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CHICAGO — Walgreens in early January brought the latest example of its flagship retail pharmacy to life in Chicago. And, like it’s counterpart in New York, the interactive technology really sets the store apart from traditional retail pharmacy experiences. Two endcaps across from the pharmacy feature interactive touchscreens — one features information on smoking cessation, the other on heart health. Adjacent to the pharmacy’s pick-up window is a self-serve prescription checkout that dispenses a patient’s prescriptions.


FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — Scottish Spirits Imports is introducing a product that can be enjoyed on the go by featuring a resealable latex cap.

Scottish Spirits in a Can features the brand's single grain scotch whisky, containing 40% alcohol by volume and 80% proof, in a 100% recyclable aluminum can.

The suggested retail price is $5 for a can (12 fl. oz./355 ml) and is expected to roll out next month.

GLENVIEW, Ill. — Kraft Foods has unveiled Kraft Fresh Take, the company's latest mealtime solution, in dairy aisles nationwide.

Kraft Fresh Take combines Kraft Natural cheeses and seasoned breadcrumbs that are designed to provide a "flavor upgrade" to ordinary dishes, the company said. The product launch also includes a website, KraftFreshTake.com, which houses recipes that use Kraft Fresh Take as an ingredient.

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y. — Dannon is showcasing its Greek yogurt line with a new advertisement that will debut during Super Bowl XLVI.

The company said its new Dannon Oikos Greek yogurt ad is part of a fully-integrated marketing campaign designed to emphasize its better-for-you position in the market. The ad will feature actor John Stamos, who appeared in a Dannon Oikos Greek yogurt last August.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — After weeks of speculation, Kodak and its U.S. subsidiaries officially filed voluntary petitions for Chapter 11 business reorganization.

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. — Fresh & Easy has introduced its own line of vitamins and supplements that includes 20 products.

Fresh & Easy said its vitamins and supplements provide many benefits, including supporting bone, urinary tract, prostate, heart, immune system, joint, prenatal, digestive, eye and general health. They also provide antioxidant support, help energy metabolism and provide sleep support, the company said.

The line ranges in price from $2.99 to $10.99.

JOHNSTOWN, N.Y. — Greek dairy company Fage announced it has expanded its fat-free yogurt line to include new flavors.

The lineup of Fage Total 0% yogurt now includes a raspberry flavor and Fage's original fruit flavors, including strawberry, cherry, peach and blueberry, the company said.

The new Fage Total 0% flavors are scheduled to roll out in select markets over the course of the next few months and soon will be available nationwide.

BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — As part of its "Love Your Cereal" initiative, Kellogg's announced that it has partnered with the National Milk Mustache Got Milk? campaign.

The company said its popular cereal characters — including Rice Krispies characters Snap!, Crackle! and Pop!, Mini from Frosted Mini Wheats and Frosted Flakes' Tony the Tiger — will appear in their first-ever "milk mustache" ad to emphasize the consumption of cereal and milk as a healthy way to start the day.