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AMCON Distributing Company Acquires Colorado Distribution Facility

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Friday, February 23, 2024

AMCON Distributing Company (“AMCON”) (NYSE American: DIT), an Omaha, Nebraska-based Convenience and Foodservice Distributor is pleased to announce it has acquired a new distribution facility located in Colorado City, Colorado.

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  • AMCON Distributing Company (“AMCON”) (NYSE American: DIT), an Omaha, Nebraska-based Convenience and Foodservice Distributor is pleased to announce it has acquired a new distribution facility located in Colorado City, Colorado.
  • Andrew C. Plummer, AMCON’s President and Chief Operating Officer noted, “This facility aligns with AMCON’s strategic geographic growth objectives and enables us to significantly enhance our distribution capabilities.
  • Through its Healthy Edge Retail Group, AMCON operates fifteen (15) health and natural product retail stores in the Midwest and Florida.
  • Visit AMCON Distributing Company's web site at: www.amcon.com
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Tornante Company and Madison Dearborn Partners Sell TDS Gift Cards to Ziff Davis

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Michael D. Eisner’s Tornante Company and Madison Dearborn Partners (“MDP”) today announced that they have sold TDS Gift Cards to Ziff Davis (Nasdaq: ZD) in an all-cash transaction.

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  • Michael D. Eisner’s Tornante Company and Madison Dearborn Partners (“MDP”) today announced that they have sold TDS Gift Cards to Ziff Davis (Nasdaq: ZD) in an all-cash transaction.
  • The sale marks the last piece of the former Topps companies portfolio, which was owned by Tornante Company and funds affiliated with MDP, to be sold, and ends a partnership that began in 2007.
  • “This all started with reading an article about Topps back in 2007 that sparked our interest in the company.
  • Madison Dearborn Partners, LLC is a leading private equity investment firm based in Chicago.

KRISPY KREME® Goes ‘All-In’ with All-New ‘Chocomania’ Collection Featuring HERSHEY’S

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Monday, February 19, 2024

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    Beginning Feb. 19 for a limited time at participating shops, Krispy Kreme’s new Chocomania Collection brings it all.
  • “For chocolate and doughnut lovers, Krispy Kreme doughnuts and HERSHEY’s chocolate is the ultimate pairing,” said Dave Skena, Global Chief Brand Officer for Krispy Kreme.
  • Guests can also enjoy the collection in a Krispy Kreme 6-pack delivered fresh daily to select grocery stores.
  • Show how you're enjoying Krispy Kreme’s Chocomania collection by using #KrispyKreme and tagging @krispykreme on social.

Make Easter Egg-cellent with Decadent, Filled Chocolove Eggs in Four Flavors

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Friday, March 8, 2024

BOULDER, Colo., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chocolove, the Boulder, Colo.-based leader in chocolate quality, flavor innovation and sustainability for nearly 30 years, is announcing the return of its festive, bite-sized, filled chocolate eggs to retail stores in time for Easter. Available in four flavors –Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Filled Eggs, Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Filled Eggs, Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Filled Eggs, and Milk Chocolate Marshmallow Filled Eggs – Chocolove's limited-edition, individually wrapped chocolate eggs are wonderful for Easter egg hunts, gift baskets and candy dishes. Plus, this is the only time of year fans can get Chocolove's marshmallow filling in premium milk chocolate.

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  • BOULDER, Colo., March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Chocolove, the Boulder, Colo.-based leader in chocolate quality, flavor innovation and sustainability for nearly 30 years, is announcing the return of its festive, bite-sized, filled chocolate eggs to retail stores in time for Easter.
  • Available in four flavors –Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Filled Eggs, Dark Chocolate Almond Butter Filled Eggs, Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Filled Eggs, and Milk Chocolate Marshmallow Filled Eggs – Chocolove's limited-edition, individually wrapped chocolate eggs are wonderful for Easter egg hunts, gift baskets and candy dishes.
  • Chocolove eggs are available nationwide at Kroger, Albertsons, Whole Foods Markets, Sprouts, Hy-Vee, New Seasons Market, Raley's Supermarket and other stores.
  • The Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel Filled Eggs are also available at Chocolove.com and Amazon.com .

Stuffed Puffs® Unveils Exciting Easter Treats with Hershey's JOLLY RANCHER Brand

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Stuffed Puffs is introducing two exciting new items just in time for Easter: Sour Blue Raspberry and Sour Watermelon, marking the company's first foray into sour candy.

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  • Stuffed Puffs is introducing two exciting new items just in time for Easter: Sour Blue Raspberry and Sour Watermelon, marking the company's first foray into sour candy.
  • Stuffed Puffs is introducing two JOLLY RANCHER items just in time for Easter: Sour Blue Raspberry and Sour Watermelon
    This launch represents a significant innovation for Stuffed Puffs, moving beyond their classic chocolate-filled offerings, and embracing the lively and puckering essence of sour candy.
  • "Partnering with The Hershey Company to incorporate the JOLLY RANCHER brand and flavors with our brand has allowed us to craft an incredibly fun Easter treat," said Michael Tierney, CEO of Stuffed Puffs.
  • These innovations are an exciting new frontier in candy fillings for Stuffed Puffs and open up a new world of possibilities for our future growth."

INTERNATIONAL DELIGHT® IS TURNING DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME INTO "DELIGHT SAVING TIME" BY GIVING AWAY NEW REESE'S ICED COFFEE CANS FOR FREE

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

BROOMFIELD, Colo., March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Attention all coffee and candy fans! International Delight® is turning Daylight Saving Time into "Delight Saving Time" by unveiling NEW REESE'S Iced Coffee cans and giving fans the chance to try them for free! Created in partnership with the #1 selling candy franchise in the U.S.1, fan-favorite International Delight REESE'S Iced Coffee in ready-to-sip cans are designed to be enjoyed anytime and anywhere, including the days after clocks "spring" forward. On March 10-11, anyone in need of a pick-me-up can enjoy the sweet treat on-the-go with one FREE can of International Delight REESE'S Iced Coffee at participating 7-Eleven®, Speedway® and Stripes® stores, redeemable while supplies last via a coupon on the 7Rewards® and Speedy Rewards® apps. The coupon will become available starting March 10. The offer is limited to one per customer and void where prohibited2. 

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  • International Delight® is turning Daylight Saving Time into "Delight Saving Time" by unveiling NEW REESE'S Iced Coffee cans and giving fans the chance to try them for free!
  • We want International Delight REESE'S Iced Coffee cans to help add delight to your daily grind, helping you feel treated not defeated!
  • Inspired by the beloved candy, and in response to the fandom surrounding International Delight REESE'S Iced Coffee in 64-ounce cartons, new International Delight REESE'S Iced Coffee cans bring coffee and candy lovers a sweet escape they can now enjoy on-the-go.
  • International Delight REESE'S Iced Coffee cans are available now at select convenience, grocery and dollar stores nationwide in 15-ounce cans for a suggested retail price of $2.68.

BUILD-A-BASKET THIS EASTER AT BUILD-A-BEAR WORKSHOP

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

ST. LOUIS, Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE: BBW) is here to help fill your Easter baskets this year with its online Easter Giftshop and in-store selection with a wide variety of gifts for special springtime delights including extra fuzzy bunnies, classic bears, spring frogs, a colorful new hedgehog and fresh pastel fashions for furry friends. To make the season extra sweet, Build-A-Bear is also unveiling its newest offering, the Mini Beans assortment, featuring cute, collectible pocket-sized critters perfect for basket filling this holiday. Available now and based on a wide selection of popular traditional Build-A-Bear furry friends, these Mini Beans may be small in size, but they are BIG in fun.

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  • She comes dressed in her Easter outfit and bunny flats makes a super cute gift nestled amongst their eggs and other basket goodies.
  • Whether it's an Easter egg hunt surprise, tucked into an Easter basket, or a sweet bear-building experience with a beloved relative, they'll love the special memories made at Build-A-Bear.
  • Gather up family and friends and explore the Build-A-Bear store locator tool to find a Build-A-Bear Workshop location nearby.
  • Check the local Build-A-Bear location for special appearances by mascot bunny, Pawlette, on select Saturdays in March, where guests can take a complimentary picture with this special bunny this Easter.

Just In Time for Springtime Celebrations, BRACH'S® Launches New Easter Brunch Jelly Beans with Flavors Inspired by All Your Favorite Breakfast Treats

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

CHICAGO, Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Springtime celebrations just got tastier thanks to BRACH'S®, America's #1 seasonal sugar candy brand⁺, with its new, limited-time Easter Brunch Jelly Beans. Through new and culturally relevant flavor innovations, like Easter Brunch Jelly Beans, the brand continues to inspire moments of connection amongst consumers.

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  • Through new and culturally relevant flavor innovations, like Easter Brunch Jelly Beans, the brand continues to inspire moments of connection amongst consumers.
  • Reminiscent of fan-favorite brunch foods and drinks, BRACH'S Easter Brunch Jelly Beans feature six new limited-edition flavors: Blueberry Maple Pancake, Chocolate Glazed Donut, Mimosa, Caramel Cold Brew, Cinnamon Roll and Berry Smoothie.
  • In addition to Easter Brunch Jelly Beans, BRACH'S is also introducing new Springtime Soft Jellies to its candy portfolio.
  • Available for a limited-time, fans can purchase BRACH'S new Easter Brunch Jelly Beans, alongside a variety of BRACH'S Classic Jelly Beans, BRACH'S Treat Size Pouches and BRACH'S Springtime Soft Jellies, at retailers nationwide.

Spindrift® Reimagines Two Familiar Classics with the Launch of Grapeade and Island Punch

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Tuesday, February 20, 2024

NEWTON, Mass., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Spindrift Beverage Co. , Inc, one of the fastest growing brands in sparkling water, adds Grapeade and Island Punch to its lineup of sparkling water.

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  • NEWTON, Mass., Feb. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Spindrift Beverage Co. , Inc, one of the fastest growing brands in sparkling water, adds Grapeade and Island Punch to its lineup of sparkling water.
  • For a brighter take on tropical punch, Spindrift Island Punch is sparkling water made with real passion fruit, orange, and guava juice, fondly remembered as P.O.G.
  • "The Spindrift community loved Island Punch as a Spiked flavor and kept asking for it in a non-alcoholic version," said Silverman.
  • Spindrift® Grapeade and Island Punch sparkling water will be available in late February in select retailers and available on the company's website in early March.

Report: Beyoncé, Mr. T, Carl Weathers Were Most Engaging Super Bowl LVIII Ad Celebrities

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

Queen Bey topped our charts by generating 2,876% more engagement than the median Super Bowl LVIII celebrity.

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  • Queen Bey topped our charts by generating 2,876% more engagement than the median Super Bowl LVIII celebrity.
  • Usher drives major engagement across multiple appearances: Super Bowl LVIII was the Usher show — and not just during halftime.
  • All three appearances landed in our top 25 most engaging celebrity activations, with Usher’s halftime show generating 539% more engagement than the median Super Bowl celebrity.
  • Viewers were moved by FanDuel’s tribune to the late, great Carl Weathers: Beloved Rocky, Happy Gilmore, and Arrested Development actor Carl Weathers sadly passed away before his planned appearance in FanDuel’s Super Bowl ad.