05/08/2009
Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated announced it earned $8.5 million, or basic net income per share of $.93, in the first quarter of 2009 compared to a net loss of $4.3 million, or basic net loss per share of $.47, in the first quarter of 2008. The results for the first quarter included mark-to-market after [...]

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Sunday May 3rd
Consumers Nationwide got the chance Sunday morning to see inside the world of the vending industry as they watched a special segment on CBS News Sunday Morning featuring the National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) Spring Expo. The segment was hosted by the program’s popular personality Bill Geist and will reach more than six [...]

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Pretzels are a great low-calorie treat when you get the munchies.
Choose granola bars that are low in sugar and provide fiber with some protein. They are handy and easy to eat on the run.
Don’t misinterpret thirst for hunger. Always keep a water bottle handy.
Munch an apple. It is a “grab-and-go” food. You’ll feel full for [...]

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from The Epoch Times
While some small “green” businesses have been around for decades, it was only about 15 years ago that a number of companies began greening their business practices in order to meet a strong consumer desire for businesses that operate in an environmentally sound manner. More
Read the complete story at the Epoch Times

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The following are the key messages about our position on childhood obesity and the Balance for Life Campaign:
NAMA recently conducted a study that evaluated more than a million student purchases from vending machines at schools. The survey evaluated 2,084 school vending machines and concluded that students actually purchased far less than one [...]

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