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May 23, 2013
Ariz. pharmacist provides voice of Luke Skywalker in Navajo-dubbed 'Star Wars'

You might remember back in January 2011, when DSN profiled Terry Teller, a pharmacist in Lukachukai, Ariz., who uses his Navajo-language skills when working with patients. Now, according to published reports, he can add "Jedi Knight" to his resume.

NEW YORK — You might remember back in January 2011, when DSN profiled Terry Teller, a pharmacist from Lukachukai, Ariz., who uses his Navajo-language skills when working with patients. Now, according to published reports, he can add "Jedi Knight" to his resume.

March 28, 2013
Giant-Landover signs statement of support for National Guard, reserve

The head of Ahold USA's Giant-Landover banner has pledged the supermarket chain's support for the Department of Defense's Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve.

WASHINGTON — The head of Ahold USA's Giant-Landover banner has pledged the supermarket chain's support for the Department of Defense's Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve.

Giant-Landover, officially Giant Food of Landover, Md., said president Anthony Hucker signed a statement of support for National Guard and reserve employees at the Brentwood Giant Food in Washington, accompanied by ESGR District of Columbia chairman George Alexander. Established in 1972, the ESGR develops and maintains employer support for the Guard and Reserve service.

September 25, 2012
Retired Gen. Colin L. Powell to headline 2012 NACDS Foundation Dinner

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation announced retired Gen. Colin L. Powell, former U.S. secretary of state and former chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, will be the keynote speaker for the 2012 NACDS Foundation Dinner on Nov. 27 in New York City.

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation today announced retired Gen. Colin L. Powell, former U.S. secretary of state and former chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, will be the keynote speaker for the 2012 NACDS Foundation Dinner on Nov. 27 in New York City.

November 8, 2011
Walgreens supports U.S. troops overseas

Walgreens on Tuesday announced the company is donating nearly $400,000 worth of personal care items to the United Service Organizations to support operations in Landstuhl, Germany.

DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens on Tuesday announced the company is donating nearly $400,000 worth of personal care items to the United Service Organizations to support operations in Landstuhl, Germany. The donation includes first aid items, toiletries, diapers and baby bottles, as well as coloring books, gum and playing cards.

The donation was shipped in late October and should arrive by Veterans Day, Walgreens noted.

July 5, 2011
Mountain Dew Throwback comes back in full swing

Mountain Dew is delivering a blast from the past to consumers with the return of Mountain Dew Throwback.

PURCHASE, N.Y. — Mountain Dew is delivering a blast from the past to consumers with the return of Mountain Dew Throwback.

The beverage, which is made with real sugar, initially was brought back in 2009 for a limited time. Now, the soft drink has gained a permanent home on store shelves.

May 31, 2011
Back by popular 'dewmand,' Mountain Dew's limited-edition flavors return

Mountain Dew has relaunched three classic flavors nationwide.

PURCHASE, N.Y. — Mountain Dew has relaunched three classic flavors nationwide.

For those consumers that love to "do the Dew," Mountain Dew Pitch Black, Mountain Dew Supernova and Mountain Dew Typhoon will be available for a limited time as part of the brand's Back by Popular Dewmand campaign.

March 31, 2011
Dr Pepper supports 'Thor' film release

Dr Pepper is celebrating the premiere of "Thor" by sponsoring the film through various promotions.

PLANO, Texas — Dr Pepper is celebrating the premiere of "Thor" by sponsoring the film through various promotions.

The company said it is supporting the film by featuring "Thor" characters on limited-edition cans of Dr Pepper, and also will feature the superhero's creator, Stan Lee, in the soft drink's TV spots.

October 28, 2010
In letter, NACDS thanks senator for supporting Tricare

A group representing the drug retailing industry commended a senator's support of the military healthcare...

ALEXANDRIA A group representing the drug retailing industry commended a senator's support of the military healthcare program Tricare.

September 23, 2010
Four-star general to deliver keynote address at NACDS Foundation's annual dinner

The charitable arm of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores announced that a four-star...