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American Amusement Machine Charitable Foundation postpones fundraising for 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award
May 5, 2020
The American Amusement Machine Charitable Foundation has postponed the 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award fundraising program due to the coronavirus pandemic…
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NAMA sends U.S. governors suggestions for reopening break rooms
May 5, 2020
The National Automatic Merchandising Association has sent a letter to every state governor with suggested language to include for the safe reopening of break…
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NAMA to host webinar on optimizing performance under stress
May 5, 2020
The National Automatic Merchandising Association will host a free webinar on optimizing performance under stress on Wednesday at 2 p.m., presented by…
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COVID-19 and convenience services: 'New normal' demands flexibility
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Three veteran operators from different parts of the country gave an overview of how their operations have changed during a webinar last week presented by the…
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Are you ready to reopen your amusement center?
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
A webinar sponsored by the American Amusement Machine Association gave an overview of financial forecasting for entertainment centers that have been shuttered…
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Australian tech provider introduces no-touch contactless solution for vending
May 4, 2020
Vending on Track Pty Ltd., a North Strathfield, Australia based vending technology provider, has released its True Contactless Vending solution to allow…
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Blue Bell Creameries to pay $19+ million over 2015 listeriosis outbreak
May 4, 2020
Blue Bell Creameries L.P. will pay a total $19.35 million as part of an agreement to plead guilty to charges it shipped contaminated products linked to a 201…
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Hormel Foods operation to reopen today following COVID-19 closure
May 4, 2020
Rochelle Foods, Llc, a subsidiary of Hormel Foods Corp., will reopen as scheduled today, following a 14-day voluntary closure, according to a press release.
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Payment coalition claims COVID-19 contamination risk from U.S. currency overblown
May 4, 2020
Businesses that refuse to accept cash as a way to lower coronavirus transmission risks are acting contrary to the best available scientific evidence, according…
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You got the PPP— so now what?
by Pat Shea — Editor, NetworldMedia
You're approved for a PPP loan, but now what do you need to do once you receive funding?
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Tyson Foods’ Indiana plant has 900 COVID-19 cases
May 1, 2020
The Cass County, Indiana health department said on Wednesday it has seen just under 1,200 positive COVID-19 cases, including almost 900 employees at the Tyson…
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Stern Pinball introduces #PlayStrong Initiative for inspiration and rewards
May 1, 2020
Stern Pinball, Inc., a global lifestyle brand based on the modern American game of pinball, has introduced the Stern Pinball #PlayStrong Initiative, inviting…
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Kraft Heinz reports 3.3% Q1 net sales gain
May 1, 2020
The Kraft Heinz Company reported net sales increased 3.3% in the first quarter, which reflected higher net sales and organic net sales growth due to strong…
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May 1, 2020
Anyone in need of a face mask in New York City can buy one from a vending machine recently installed at 156 Delancey Street, according to a boweryboogie.com…
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NAMA Foundation announces sales and management scholarships
May 1, 2020
The NAMA Foundation has announced scholarships for both sales and management convenience services industry professionals, according to a press release.
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InOne offers touchless vending powered by Vagabond
May 1, 2020
InOne Technology, a provider of retrofit vending and self-serve technologies, and Vagabond, a technology provider, announced the release of the InOne…
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COVID-19 tops reader interest on several fronts
The coronavirus pandemic continued to dominate news in the convenience services industry this past week.
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Partec converts facility to make face guards for hospitals
April 30, 2020
Partec Inc., a manufacturer that specializes in contract assembly for both large and small companies including the Raw Thrills arcade game, will reopen to…
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Kellogg’s organic net sales rise 8%, boosted by coronavirus pandemic
April 30, 2020
While first quarter net sales decreased by approximately 3% year on year on account of a recent divestiture, Kellogg's net sales on an organic basis rose by…
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S&D Coffee and Tea lays off 1,000 due to COVID-19
April 30, 2020
S&D Coffee and Tea, a roaster, retailer and coffee service provider which is now owned by Wet Rock Coffee Company in Little Rock, Arkansas, has laid off…
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