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Liquor Stores Income Fund Third Quarter 2009 Results Conference Call

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:38:13 GMT

Marketwire - Liquor Stores Income Fund ("Liquor Stores") (TSX:LIQ.UN) has rescheduled its previously announced third quarter 2009 results conference call to Tuesday, November 10, 2009, following the release of its financial results for the third quarter ending September 30, 2009.

Burger King Holdings Inc. Announces 2009 Annual Shareholders Meeting

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:30:26 GMT

Business Wire - Burger King Holdings Inc. (NYSE:BKC) announced that its 2009 annual shareholders meeting will be held at the Hilton Miami Airport, 5101 Blue Lagoon Drive, Miami, Fla. 33126 on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at 9 a.m. EST.

Coca-Cola to be Presenting Sponsor of The 2009 Hollywood Christmas Parade/Live Positively Presented by Coca-Cola

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:14:28 GMT

Business Wire - Few brands can claim the inextricable link that Coca-Cola shares with one of the world’s most beloved figures, Santa Claus.

The Keg Royalties Income Fund Posts Third Quarter Results

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:12:11 GMT

Marketwire - The Keg Royalties Income Fund (TSX:KEG.UN) (the "Fund") has reported its financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2009.

NRF Asks House to Reject Flawed Health Care Reform Bill, Says Employer Mandate Would Force Retail Job Losses

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 20:37:22 GMT

Business Wire - The National Retail Federation today asked the House to reject health care reform legislation scheduled for debate this weekend, saying a pay-or-play mandate that employers provide health insurance to their workers or pay a financial penalty would force retailers to lay off workers in order to cover the added labor costs.

Lassonde Industries inc. declares a quaterly dividend of $0.27 per share

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:51:41 GMT

CNW Group - Lassonde Industries inc. (TSX - LAS.A) is pleased to announce that, in accordance with its dividend policy, holders of Class A and Class B common shares registered as at November 20, 2009, will receive a quarterly dividend of $0.27 per share, payable on December 15, 2009.

Lassonde Industries Inc. announces its Q3 2009 results

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:44:11 GMT

CNW Group - Lassonde Industries Inc. (TSX symbol: LAS.A) today announced that the Company's net sales increased by $3.2 million (+2.5%) during the third quarter of 2009 compared to the third quarter of 2008, while net earnings were $1.3 million (+20.8%) higher than the third quarter of 2008.

Mead Johnson Webcasts Investor Meeting

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:51:32 GMT

Business Wire - Mead Johnson Nutrition Company (NYSE: MJN) will host a conference for analysts and investors on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009.

Healthy Fast Food Inks Franchise Area Development Agreement to Open 18 U-SWIRL(R) Frozen Yogurt Stores in Phoenix Market

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:35:14 GMT

PRNewswire - Healthy Fast Food, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: HFFI), the owner and franchisor of U-SWIRLÂ® Frozen Yogurt stores, today announced that it has awarded franchise area development rights to a multi-concept franchise system operator based in Phoenix, Arizona, providing for a minimum of 18 U-SWIRL self-serve frozen yogurt stores to be opened in the Phoenix market over the next five years.

Natrol Offers Holiday Diet Tips, Carb-Cutting Tricks For Weight Control

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:17:21 GMT

Business Wire - Carb overload opportunities are everywhere, especially during seasonal holidays. However,...

Cracker Barrel Announces Amendment of Credit Agreement

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:09:26 GMT

Business Wire - Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CBRL) today announced that it has entered into an amendment to its existing credit facilities.

Jack in the Box® Spices up Menu with Southwest Chicken Bowl

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:00:40 GMT

Business Wire - With Thanksgiving just around the corner, dinner plates across America will soon be piled high with turkey, potatoes and grandma’s green bean casserole.

China Marine Food Group to Host Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results Conference Call at 10:00 a.m. ET on Thursday, November 12th 2009

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:00:12 GMT

PRNewswire - China Marine Food Group Ltd. (NYSE Amex: CMFO), a China-based manufacturer of seafood-based snack foods and distributor of fresh and frozen marine catch, announced its 2009 third quarter financial results conference call scheduled for 10:00 a.m.

Research and Markets: 2010 U.S. Cookie, Cracker & Pasta Manufacturing Industry Report

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:01:14 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/aec4da/2010_u_s_cookie) has announced the addition of the "2010 U.S.

New Overland Park Dunkin' Donuts to Open Nov. 12 George Brett to Kick Off 'DD Coffee for Cans' Food Drive at Grand Opening

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:00:10 GMT

PRNewswire - The new Dunkin' Donuts in Overland Park will celebrate its grand opening, Thursday, Nov. 12, with Hall of Famer George Brett launching an on-site food drive for Harvesters Community Food Network.

The Century Council to Receive Charitable Donation from Crown Royal(R) to Honor Sprint Cup Victory by NASCAR Driver Jamie McMurray Instead of pouring

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:39:24 GMT

PRNewswire - When all the dust settled at Talladega Superspeedway, there was only one king in victory lane: NASCAR driver Jamie McMurray.

Whole Foods Market(R) Offers Natural Solutions to Help Build Up Body Defenses With Immune System Support

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:25:39 GMT

PRNewswire - Whole Foods Market (Nasdaq: WFMI), the leading natural and organic foods supermarket, offers seasonal wellness support and features a variety of products that naturally build the body's defenses and bolster the immune system.

Media Advisory - Corby Distilleries Limited Annual General Meeting

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:19:25 GMT

CNW Group - Corby Distilleries Limited ("Corby" or the "Company") (TSX: CDL.A and CDL.B), a leading Canadian spirits and wine company, will hold its 2009 Annual General Meeting of shareholders (the "Meeting") in Toronto, Ontario, as follows:

Research and Markets: United States Food and Drink Report - Q4 2009 Edition

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:15:23 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/dc8df2/united_states_food) has announced the addition of the "United States Food and Drink Report Q4 2009" report to their offering.

Landry's Restaurants, Inc. ('LNY'/NYSE) Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:59:38 GMT

PRNewswire - Landry's Restaurants, Inc. (NYSE: LNY; the "Company"), today announced its results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009.

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. to Present at the Southwest IDEAS Investor Conference

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:54:29 GMT

Business Wire - John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. (NASDAQ:JBSS) today announced that company executives...

CDC Software Completes Acquisition of Activplant Corporation

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:53:22 GMT

Business Wire - CDC Software Corporation (NASDAQ: CDCS), a global provider of enterprise software applications and services, today announced the acquisition of Activplant Corporation, a Canadian-based provider of manufacturing business intelligence solutions, that is expected to position CDC Factory as a market-leading solution in the packaged Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) solutions space.

The Middleby Corporation Schedules Third Quarter Earnings Release and Conference Call

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:04:30 GMT

Business Wire - The Middleby Corporation (NASDAQ: MIDD) today announced it will release 2009 third quarter earnings on Monday, November 9 after the market closes.

Sino Agro Food, Inc. Announces 3rd Quarter Results, Outpaces Net Profit for Entire Year 2008

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:52:27 GMT

Business Wire - Sino Agro Food, Inc. (Pink Sheet:SIAF), an emerging integrated, diversified agriculture technology and organic food company with subsidiaries operating in China, is pleased to announce the unaudited results of 3rd quarter operations.

Jamba Accelerating Brand Expansion Plans with Announcement of Licensing Agreement with Headline Entertainment

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:37:11 GMT

Business Wire - Jamba, Inc. (NASDAQ: JMBA) today announced continued progress in their brand expansion plans, as its wholly-owned subsidiary, Jamba Juice Company, entered into a license agreement with Headline Entertainment to develop a line of Jamba inspired apparel.

Yuhe International Inc. Announces Conference Call to Discuss Third Quarter Results

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:30:26 GMT

PRNewswire - Yuhe International Inc. (Nasdaq: YUII) ("Yuhe" or "the Company"), a leading supplier of day-old chickens raised for meat production, or broilers, in the People's Republic of China ("PRC"), today announced that it will conduct a conference call at 10:00 a.m.

Chandon Unveils Its Newest Star : toile Tête de Cuvée

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:09:51 GMT

Business Wire - Domaine Chandon, the leading sparkling wine producer in the Napa Valley, is proud to introduce the new shining star of its portfolio with the first release of “étoile Tête de Cuvée”.

Chicago Remains Top Destination for AAA Five Diamond Dining

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:08:37 GMT

Business Wire - Chicago has more AAA Five Diamond-rated restaurants than any other city in the country.

Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee Income Fund Reports 2009 Third Quarter and Nine-Month Results

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:00:43 GMT

CNW Group - Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee Income Fund ("the Fund") today reported financial results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2009.

Research and Markets: Spreads in North America to 2013: A Comprehensive Resource for Market, Category and Segment Level Data

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:05:10 GMT

Business Wire - Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/resea rch/35ac11/spreads_in_north_a) has announced the addition of the "Spreads in North America to 2013" report to their offering.

Arctic Glacier Posts Third Quarter Results

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:00:16 GMT

Marketwire - Arctic Glacier Income Fund (TSX:AG.UN) today announced results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009.

Park City Group, Inc. Schedules First Quarter 2010 Financial Results Conference Call for November 11, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. EST

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:03:16 GMT

Business Wire - Park City Group (OTCBB: PCYG), a developer of patented retail supply chain solutions and services, today announced that Randy K.

SUBWAY® Restaurants to Brew Seattles Best Coffee® Exclusively

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:01:16 GMT

Business Wire - Seattle’s Best Coffee announced today that they have signed an agreement to serve freshly brewed Seattle’s Best Coffee as part of SUBWAY® restaurants breakfast offerings.

AarhusKarlshamn: AAK Interim Report, Third Quarter, 2009

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 07:49:33 GMT

Business Wire - Regulatory News:

AMCON Distributing Company Reports Record Fully Diluted Earnings Per Share of $16.61 Per Share for the Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2009

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:09:27 GMT

Business Wire - AMCON Distributing Company (“AMCON”) (AMEX:DIT), an Omaha, Nebraska based consumer products company is pleased to announce record fully diluted earnings per share of $16.61 on net income available to common stockholders of $12.4 million for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2009.

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:10:53 GMT

Business Wire - Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated (NASDAQ: COKE) today announced it earned $15.4 million,...

Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day Highlights: Novatel Wireless, The Corporate Executive Board, Automatic Data Processing, Johnson & Johnson and Kraft Foo

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:06:11 GMT

Business Wire - Zacks Equity Research highlights Novatel Wireless (Nasdaq: NVTL) as the Bull of the Day and The Corporate Executive Board (Nasdaq: EXBD) the Bear of the Day.

Glacier Water Announces Third Quarter 2009 Results

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:55:55 GMT

Business Wire - Glacier Water Services, Inc. (Pink Sheets:GWSV) announced results for the third quarter ended September 27, 2009.

Starbucks Posts Strong Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2009 Results

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:38:41 GMT

Business Wire - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) today reported financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended September 27, 2009 and increased its FY10 earnings outlook based on improving same store sales trends and the increasing impact of its cost savings efforts.

Papa Johns Partners with Nintendo to Give Away 300 Wii Sports ResortTM Prize Packages in November

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:38:15 GMT

Business Wire - Every November, lines wrap around retailers on Black Friday with eager shoppers hoping to get their hands on the most coveted holiday gift: a WiiTM system.

The Manitowoc Company to Present at Robert W. Baird Industrial Conference

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:33:06 GMT

PRNewswire - The Manitowoc Company, Inc. (NYSE: MTW) today announced that it will participate in the Robert W. Baird...

California Pizza Kitchen Announces Financial Results for the Third Quarter 2009

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:27:58 GMT

Business Wire - California Pizza Kitchen, Inc. (Nasdaq: CPKI) today reported revenues and net income for the third quarter ended September 27, 2009.

Einstein Noah Restaurant Group Reports Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:11:37 GMT

Business Wire - Einstein Noah Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: BAGL), a leader in the quick-casual segment of the restaurant industry operating under the Einstein Bros.® Bagels, Noah's New York Bagels®, and Manhattan Bagel® brands, today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 29, 2009.

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers Reports Earnings for the Fiscal Third Quarter 2009

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:10:43 GMT

Business Wire - Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc., (NASDAQ: RRGB), a casual dining restaurant chain focused on serving an innovative selection of high-quality gourmet burgers in a family-friendly atmosphere, today reported financial results for the 12 and 40 weeks ended October 4, 2009.

Jones Soda Co. Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:09:48 GMT

Business Wire - Jones Soda Co. (the Company) (NASDAQ:JSDA), a leader in the premium soda category and known for its unique branding and innovative marketing, today announced results for the quarter ended September 30, 2009.

Morton's Restaurant Group, Inc. Reports Results For Third Quarter 2009 - Third Quarter Revenues Decreased 12.2% to $64.1 Million from $73.0 M

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:09:01 GMT

PRNewswire - Morton's Restaurant Group, Inc. (NYSE: MRT) today reported unaudited financial results for its fiscal 2009 third quarter ended October 4, 2009.

NexCen Brands Reports Significant Improvement in Operating Income in Second Quarter 2009

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:05:31 GMT

Business Wire - NexCen Brands, Inc. (PINK SHEETS: NEXC) today reported unaudited financial results for the second quarter of 2009, and announced that it has filed its Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2009 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Boston Beer Reports Third Quarter 2009 Results

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:03:55 GMT

PRNewswire - The Boston Beer Company, Inc. (NYSE: SAM) reported a third quarter core product depletions increase of 6% as compared to the third quarter of 2008.

Second Cup Income Fund Announces Third Quarter Results and October Distribution

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:01:07 GMT

Marketwire - Second Cup Income Fund (the "Fund") (TSX:SCU.UN) reported today financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009, and the approval of the October distribution payment.

Seneca Foods Reports Sales Up $21.6 Million and Earnings Up $21.2 Million for the Six Months Ended September 26, 2009

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:00:37 GMT

PRNewswire - Seneca Foods Corporation (Nasdaq: SENEA, SENEB) is pleased to report that net sales for the six months ended September 26, 2009 increased from last year by $21.6 million, or 4.1%, to $553.7 million.

eDiets.com(R) to Report Third Quarter Fiscal 2009 Results on Thursday, November 12, 2009

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:00:35 GMT

PRNewswire - eDiets .com, Inc. (Nasdaq: DIET), a leading provider of convenient at-home diet, fitness and healthy lifestyle solutions, will announce financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009, on Thursday, November 12, 2009, after the market close.

FDA and FSIS Collaborate to Improve Tracing of Unsafe Food Products

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:38:58 GMT

PRNewswire - A joint public meeting focused on improving the system for tracing of food products and ingredients that are causing illness outbreaks or presenting other risks to the health of consumers was announced today by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the U.S.

H.J. Heinz Company to Participate in the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 20:22:06 GMT

Business Wire - H.J. Heinz Company (NYSE:HNZ) announces its participation in the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer...

NRF Says $10 Billion Business Tax Refund in Unemployment Bill Will Help Save Retail Jobs

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:46:23 GMT

Business Wire - The National Retail Federation welcomed today’s passage of legislation that will bring recession-plagued retailers and other businesses more than $10 billion in badly needed cash by lengthening the period during which they can “carry back” current losses to claim a tax refund from previous years when they made a profit.

JohnsonDiversey Announces Commitment to Triple Its Absolute Reduction in Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2013 under WWFs Climate Savers Program

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:15:51 GMT

Business Wire - JohnsonDiversey today announced a commitment to triple its reduction of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions under the World Wildlife Fund’s (WWF) Climate Savers program.