On Saturday, San Antonio-based NatureSweet® Tomatoes in partnership with local organizations Stroller Strides and SAMMinistries, hosts the second exercise class of the SunBursts Stroller Project, a two-part program to provide more than 25 families in need with new baby strollers and fun, stroller-based exercise classes. Open to the public, the event will take place at the San Antonio Zoo at 10 a.m.

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In celebration of NatureSweet's new, bite-sized, yellow NatureSweet SunBursts tomato, the company donated 30 yellow strollers to families with SAMMinistries on June 26. As part of the project, Stroller Strides is providing two free stroller-based exercise classes to SAMMinistries families. SAMMinistries families will use their NatureSweet SunBursts strollers at Saturday's exercise class, and other San Antonio residents are invited to bring their strollers and kids to participate as well. Participants will learn how to incorporate their strollers into a robust workout and show their children the importance of exercise as part of a healthy lifestyle.

"Our newest, sweetest tomato yet, NatureSweet SunBursts are a delicious snack—packed with great flavor and a healthy dose of optimism," said Jane Raynandi, brand manager for Desert Glory, producer of NatureSweet tomatoes. "Through this project with SAMMinistries and Stroller Strides, we hope to bring a little sunshine to our community and encourage healthy snacking."

"SAMMinistries recognizes the value of healthy choices and the essential part they play in our overall well-being. So, we are excited to be a partner with NatureSweet SunBursts and Stroller Strides as they enhance the lives of the families we serve," said Navarra Williams, president and CEO of SAMMinistries. "We are thankful for the wonderful gift of the strollers for our families. I know they will be appreciated by our moms and their kids as they work toward a healthier future."

"We're excited to partner with NatureSweet SunBursts to teach new moms the advantages of leading healthy lifestyles by incorporating exercise and healthy eating into their weekly routines," said Lisa DeArmond, owner of North San Antonio Stroller Strides. "These small changes to their exercise and eating habits, including healthy snacking, have a huge impact on their well-being and that of their children."

NatureSweet SunBursts are not only bursting with flavor but are also nutrient-rich and naturally sodium free. In addition to being a good source of vitamin A and dietary fiber, these tomatoes are high in vitamin C. Each serving of NatureSweet SunBursts has only 45 calories, which means a whole package can be enjoyed for about 90 calories. Like all NatureSweet tomatoes, NatureSweet SunBursts are allowed to fully ripen on the vine, producing exceptional flavor and consistent quality year-round so you can always Snack for Joy!™

NatureSweet SunBursts are now available at major grocers throughout Texas. For more information on the SunBursts Stroller Project and NatureSweet SunBursts tomatoes, such as nutrition facts, availability, snacking tips, and more, visit www.facebook.com/SunBurstsTomatoes. Those interested in attending today's event, should arrive at outside the Zoo entrance at 10 a.m.

About NatureSweet

NatureSweet tomatoes are distributed throughout the United States at major grocers, club stores, and foodservice operators. Always vine-ripened, hand-picked, and carefully packaged, NatureSweet tomatoes consistently deliver the best taste with year-round availability. As the number one brand of vine-ripened cherry tomatoes in the United States, NatureSweet's growing operations proudly employ 5,000 associates year-round. For more information about NatureSweet tomatoes, visit www.naturesweettomatoes.com.

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Ingles Markets, Incorporated (Nasdaq: IMKTA) will provide an online, real-time webcast and rebroadcast of its third quarter earnings conference call on July 30, 2010.  Ingles plans to release earnings for its third quarter ended June 26, 2010, on July 30, 2010.

The live broadcast of Ingles Markets' quarterly conference call will be available on-line at: www.ingles-markets.com on July 30, 2010, beginning at 9:00 a.m. (Eastern Time).  The online replay will follow immediately and continue for 90 days.  To hear the Company's conference call live, dial 913-312-1482.  A replay will be available from 12:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) on July 30 until 11:00 p.m. (Eastern Time) on August 1.  To listen to the playback, call 7194570820, reservation number 1134539.

Ingles Markets, Incorporated is a leading supermarket chain with operations in six southeastern states.  Headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina, the Company operates 202 supermarkets.  In conjunction with its supermarket operations, the Company also operates 70 neighborhood shopping centers, all but 12 of which contain an Ingles supermarket.  The Company's Class A Common Stock is traded on The NASDAQ Stock Market's Global Select Market under the symbol IMKTA.  For more information, visit Ingles' website at www.ingles-markets.com.

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LeAngela Davis, a Hooters Girl from Columbus, OH, was crowned Miss Hooters International during the 14th Annual Hooters International Swimsuit Pageant held in Fort Lauderdale, FL on July 10th.  Among the many prizes and opportunities that accompany the crown, this Hooters Girl of 4 years will take home the first place prize of $50,000 as well as be featured in Hooters Magazine, national marketing campaigns and TV commercials.

LeAngela was selected from 100 Hooters Girl contestants who traveled from all over the world to represent Hooters' 455 locations in 29 countries.  From evening gowns to swimsuits, the contestants were judged by a celebrity panel of judges including: Chelsea Lately's Chuy Bravo; E! Entertainment host Michael Yo; reality TV series Survivor star and former Hooters Girl, Jerri Manthey; rock musician Ryan Cabrera and former member of Pussycat Dolls, Ashley Roberts.  The show was broadcast live on Spike TV and was hosted by Dan Cortese and backstage co-host Carrie Keagan.

"LeAngela is everything that encompasses a Hooters Girl in beauty and personality," stated Beth Taylor, Pageant Director.  "She is gorgeous, well spoken, outgoing and has the ability to make everyone she is in contact with smile."

In addition to the winner, there were 4 top finalists all of whom received cash prizes.  Rachel Mortenson, representing Phoenix, AZ was first runner up and received $15,000; Ashleigh Dunn, from Newnan, GA took home $10,000 was second runner up, third place runner up went to Susan Murray, representing Katy, TX, winning $8,000; Janet Layug representing Lakeland, FL was the 4th place runner up and received $7,000.  Finishing out the top 10 finalists in no particular order are Theresa Trujillo from Campbell, CA; Chelsie Hurst, representing Saginaw, MI; Elizabeth Johnston representing Central Carolina; Tia Jackson from Saugus, MA and Lindsey Way representing Fort Lauderdale, FL. All received $2,000 each.

Ms. Photogenic was awarded to Sam Arena representing Hooters of Cumberland, GA in Atlanta, who received a professional photo shoot valued at $5,000.  Miss Congeniality was awarded to Jamaica Nicolson from South Africa who received $2,500. In recognition of Hooters international expansion, the Miss Hooters World award and $5,000 was given to Naty Gaviria representing Colombia.  

The pageant was held at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale, FL and was broadcast live on Spike TV.  Raleigh Hooters Girl Stephanie Haney received the Viewer's Choice Award by receiving the majority of over 175,000 text and Facebook votes that were cast during the pageant from fans.    

Hooters of America, Inc. is the franchisor and operator of over 450 Hooters restaurants in 43 states and 26 foreign countries.  The first Hooters opened in 1983 in Clearwater, Florida.  Hooters is well-known for its brand of food and fun, featuring a casual beach-theme atmosphere, a menu that features seafood, sandwiches and Hooters' nearly world famous chicken wings, and service provided by the All-American cheerleaders, the Hooters Girls.  For more information about Hooters visit www.hooters.com.  

What:  Columbus, OH Hooters Girl LeAngela Davis Crowned Miss Hooters International 2010

When:     Monday, July 12, 2010

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Several hundred Teamsters Local 25 members from Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire, along with labor and legislative leaders from across the state, descended on the financial district Dunkin' Donuts Thursday morning to bring attention to the company's continued attack on their employees.

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"It's obvious to all of us that after 24 negotiating sessions lasting over 11 months, Dunkin' Donuts Northeast DCP is committed to breaking the union," Teamsters Local 25 President Sean O'Brien said. "Instead of wasting the franchisees' money by hiring union-busting law firms and trying to negotiate decreases in current benefits, the company should be using their resources to improve the employees' health care, wages and working conditions. What amazes me is that even after all of our sessions the company still wants to take away benefits the employees currently enjoy."

Local 25 had been negotiating with Dunkin' Donuts' largest distributor, Northeast DCP, for the past 11 months until last Friday, July 16. Despite their best efforts, negotiators from Local 25 were unable to make any progress toward resolving any of the outstanding issues with Dunkin' Donuts during the federally mediated bargaining session and the union has started to organize both regional and national boycotts to commence in the very near future. The company is still insisting on an open shop contract even after the union offered to leave the issue subject to a secret ballot vote by the employees. 

Following the July 16 meeting, O'Brien called Dunkin' Donuts' Northeast DCP CEO Kevin Bruce later that day to attempt to bring both sides back to the negotiating table. Bruce, who hasn't attended a single negotiating session, refused to talk to O'Brien. "I prefer not to have these discussions," Bruce stated before abruptly hanging up the phone.

"Dunkin' Donuts has built a business on being the coffee that 'America runs on' through countless marketing campaigns where they appeal to hardworking men and women on the go," O'Brien continued. "Customers need to know the truth: behind the facade of the All-American company, is big-business corporation intent on bullying the hardworking employees and busting the union."

"The irony with this situation is that the original Dunkin' Donuts founder, Bill Rosenberg, was a Union delegate for Bethlehem Steel at a shipyard in Hingham, Mass., during World War II. It is clearly evident organized labor played a significant role in the success of Dunkin' Donuts. If it were not for Union wages and job security, Mr. Rosenberg would most likely not have been able to open his first Dunkin' Donuts," O'Brien continued.

"In this economy, many people struggle everyday to buy a cup of coffee. In the end, it will be DCP's neglect and anti-union demands for their employees that will end up hurting the very men and women who have made this cooperative successful. It's time to put the brakes on Dunkin' Donuts until they realize it takes more than just coffee beans to make Dunkins' run," O'Brien concluded.

Bellingham-based Dunkin' Donuts Northeast DCP is a cooperative owned by regional franchisees that represent 2,400 storeowners. The company delivers products and ingredients to Dunkin' Donuts and Baskin Robbins stores throughout New England.

Founded in 1903, Local 25 is the largest Teamsters' union in New England, representing more than 11,000 men and women, most of whom drink coffee, throughout Massachusetts and southern New Hampshire.  Local 25 is part of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, representing 1.4 million men and women, in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico.

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Sam's Club is hosting an open house beginning Friday, August 6 through Sunday, August 8 for members and guests alike to take advantage of savings from everyday needs for home and work, and throughout key back-to-school departments including electronics.

Sam's Club limits open house events and has only held a few throughout its history, including an event two years ago to celebrate its 25th Anniversary. During an open house, non-members can shop Sam's Club for free and are not required to pay the customary 10 percent service fee should they make a purchase.

"We're hosting this open house to welcome families with children in school and college to experience how Sam's Club can simplify their back-to-school shopping," said Mike Turner, senior vice president, Membership at Sam's Club. "This event is also ideal for small business owners to try Sam's Club and let us show how we can save them both time and money with member benefits like Click 'n' Pull and invoice comparisons." Turner added, "This is a great opportunity for our members to bring friends and family to try Sam's Club risk free."

In July, Sam's Club began offering early shopping hours to its Plus Advantage Members in addition to its Business Members giving them both access to its facilities at 7 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Sam's Club plans additional events in the coming months including a celebration of the one year anniversary of its eValues program. eValues are personalized digital offers for Plus Business and Advantage Members on items at Sam's Club and savings are taken right at the register.

Parents with college bound students may want to take advantage of Sam's Club collegiate membership. Sam's Club is offering a $15 gift card to any new collegiate member. Some of the benefits of a collegiate membership include sharing the membership with a roommate to make stock up simple and additional gift card offers to Sam's Club when purchasing books on www.textbooks.com.

According to a study in 2009, Sam's Club was found to save its Members on average 30.4 percent on frequently purchased product categories for home and personal use versus grocery and specialty retailers.

About Sam's Club

Sam's Club is a division of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (NYSE: WMT). The first Sam's Club opened its doors in Midwest City, Okla., in 1983. Today, Sam's Club serves more than 47 million U.S. Members with locations nationwide, as well as in Brazil, China, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Sam's Club saves its members on average 30.4 percent over grocery and specialty retailers by offering superior values on quality merchandise and services for home or work. Saving is made simple at Sam's Club. Visit samsclub.com for more information.

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