Startup CPG Newswire: Hallava Foods Introduces Slow-Churned Halva Spreads

Startup CPG Newswire:

Hallava Foods Introduces Slow-Churned Halva Spreads

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Joshua Linton for Hallava Foods Slow-Churned Food

CHICAGO, IL (MARCH 2026) — Hallava Foods announces the launch of its Slow-Churned Halva sesame spreads, a modern reinvention of classic halva, delivering deep toasted sesame flavor in a luxuriously creamy, spoonable form. Made in…

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Startup CPG Newswire: Certified Freedom Run Farm Lamb Launches Nationwide in Fresh Thyme Market Stores

Startup CPG Newswire:

Certified Freedom Run Farm Lamb Launches Nationwide in Fresh Thyme Market Stores

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Valerie Samutin for Freedom Run Farm

GLENDALE, KY (MARCH 2026) — Certified Freedom Run Farm Lamb announced today the nationwide launch of its product line in all Fresh Thyme Market stores, expanding access to USDA Certified, American-raised lamb for…

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Strong storms expected for DC region Monday evening: Details on timing, location

A powerful line of storms is heading toward the D.C. region Monday evening.

The thunderstorms are expected to hit the area between 8 p.m. and 10 p.m., bringing heavy rain, lighting and strong winds.

The forecast

After an active morning, another round of storms could bring downpours and potentially damaging winds to the area.

The biggest concern is powerful wind gusts that could reach up to…

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Weekly Digest - Mar 8-14, 2026

Here's what I published from Sunday, March 8, 2026 to Saturday, March 14, 2026:

What if we teach students how to use AI critically (instead of teaching them not to use it)?

I don't see our choice as "AI or no AI" any more than past generations could halt the spread of the printing press — that widely decried threat to scholarship. Children born today will never know a world without AI. The…

DC Water hit with class action lawsuit after Potomac sewage spill

Seven weeks after the Potomac Interceptor collapsed, DC Water is now facing its first lawsuit tied to the sewage spill. Attorneys have filed a proposed class action lawsuit, which must first be certified by a judge before it can move forward.

Hundreds of people, including boat owners at Columbia Island Marina, are seeking compensation for damages, Alnwick says. Attorneys for the plaintiffs say…

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Daily Newsletter - Monday, March 9, 2026

Here's what I published on Monday, March 9, 2026:

What if we teach students how to use AI critically (instead of teaching them not to use it)?

I don't see our choice as "AI or no AI" any more than past generations could halt the spread of the printing press — that widely decried threat to scholarship. Children born today will never know a world without AI. The majority of U.S. teens already…

Weekly Digest - Mar 1-7, 2026

Here's what I published from Sunday, March 1, 2026 to Saturday, March 7, 2026:

The Age of Living Software

The world of software is changing so quickly that it's hard to keep up with all of the new ways we can use it. One of those ways became apparent to me yesterday.

Custom Software

I'm on the admissions committee for my department, and about three or four weeks ago, we all met together to…

Daily Newsletter - Saturday, March 7, 2026

Here's what I published on Saturday, March 7, 2026:

The Age of Living Software

The world of software is changing so quickly that it's hard to keep up with all of the new ways we can use it. One of those ways became apparent to me yesterday.

Custom Software

I'm on the admissions committee for my department, and about three or four weeks ago, we all met together to discuss ways that we could…

How good is a factory reset for buying used or refurbished?

Correct, a lost/stolen phone can remain blacklisted from reaccessing telecommunication services even after a factory reset:

  • https://www.devicecheck.ca/consumers/

For Consumers

Check the Status of Your Device in Canada

Purchasing a pre-owned device? Check the IMEI number here to ensure the device has not been reported lost or stolen in Canada. If the IMEI number has…

Cocoa Today, Cocoa Tomorrow? NCA conference to convene high-profile panel on cocoa’s wild ride

As the confectionery world gathers in Florida next week for the State of the Industry Conference (SOTIC) hosted by the National Confectioners Association, one session is set to anchor the most pressing conversation in global chocolate: 'Cocoa Today, Cocoa Tomorrow'

Startup CPG Newswire: The Open Food Company Appoints Industry Veterans to Strategic Leadership Team As Company Opens Seed Round

Startup CPG Newswire:

The Open Food Company Appoints Industry Veterans to Strategic Leadership Team As Company Opens Seed Round

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Julie Ceresnie for Harry’s Famous Sauce

LOS ANGELES, CA (2026) — The Open Food Company, the first open-source consumer packaged goods holding company, today announced the appointment of Jonathan Clark as Fractional Chief…

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Startup CPG Newswire: Sugar Bliss and Inspiro Tequila Partner this Women’s History Month to Support the WBDC

Startup CPG Newswire:

Sugar Bliss and Inspiro Tequila Partner this Women’s History Month to Support the WBDC

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Teresa Ging & Mara Smith for Sugar Bliss & Inspiro Tequila

CHICAGO, IL (MARCH 2026) — Sugar Bliss and Inspiro Tequila, two women-owned brands rooted in community and entrepreneurship, are partnering this March to support women in business…

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Startup CPG Newswire: FLOJO Launches New Sparkling Yerba Mate Mushroom Energy Drink

Startup CPG Newswire:

FLOJO Launches New Sparkling Yerba Mate Mushroom Energy Drink

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Cherie Lui for FLOJO

CALIFORNIA, CA (MARCH 2026) — FLOJO announces the launch of its sparkling functional energy drink in California, introducing a new approach to everyday energy with a blend of yerba mate and functional mushrooms. Designed for consumers seeking a…

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Startup CPG Newswire: Alchemy of Food Goes Nationwide

Startup CPG Newswire:

Alchemy of Food Goes Nationwide

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Vasisht Ramasubramanian for Alchemy of Food

NASHVILLE, TN (MARCH 2026) – Alchemy of Food, a chef-founded condiment brand focused on globally inspired flavors made with natural sweeteners, has launched nationwide at Sprouts Farmers Market. The products are now available across Sprouts locations in…

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Startup CPG Newswire: Day Out Snacks Launches Limited-Edition Peanut Butter Crunch Flavor

Startup CPG Newswire:

Day Out Snacks Launches Limited-Edition Peanut Butter Crunch Flavor

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Jade Quatro for Day Out Snacks

RED BANK, NJ (MARCH 2026) – Day Out Snacks, known for its dessert-inspired protein balls made from clean, plant-based ingredients, announced today the launch of Peanut Butter Crunch, a limited-edition flavor featuring a craveable…

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Startup CPG Newswire: Bifrost Butters Unveils Premium Rebrand and Announces Major Retail Partnership with Lunds & Byerlys

Startup CPG Newswire:

Bifrost Butters Unveils Premium Rebrand and Announces Major Retail Partnership with Lunds & Byerlys

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Meg Wittenmyer for Bifrost Butters

BOYCEVILLE, WISCONSIN (MARCH 2026) – Bifrost Kitchen LLC, creator of the Bifrost Butters line, announced the completion of a premium rebrand alongside an exciting new retail partnership with Lunds…

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Startup CPG Newswire: RJ Balson & Son USA Relaunches: England’s Oldest Family Owned Butcher Returns to America

Startup CPG Newswire:

RJ Balson & Son USA Relaunches: England’s Oldest Family Owned Butcher Returns to America

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Sara Sturges for RJ Balson & Son USA

NEW YORK, NY (MARCH 2026) — RJ Balson & Son, England’s oldest family butcher, established 1515 in Bridport, Dorset, has relaunched in the United States.

The business has traded continuously for over 510…

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Startup CPG Newswire: Leaven Foods Launches First Authentic Shelf Stable Instant Sourdough

Startup CPG Newswire:

Leaven Foods Launches First Authentic Shelf Stable Instant Sourdough

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Amy Goldsmith for Leaven

SAN DIEGO (MARCH 2025) — Leaven will debut the first Instant Sourdough in an easy-to-use, shelf stable powder of wild sourdough yeast and beneficial bacteria this week at the Natural Products Expo as a 2026 NEXTY Award…

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Startup CPG Newswire: Mimio™ Recognized for Clinically Proven Fasting-Mimetic Technology at Global Longevity Awards

Startup CPG Newswire:

Mimio Recognized for Clinically Proven Fasting-Mimetic Technology at Global Longevity Awards

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Alissa Marinello for Mimio Health

San Francisco, CA (MARCH 2026) — Mimio Health, a nutraceutical company developing biomimetic products to enhance cellular health, metabolism, and longevity today announced that their flagship…

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Startup CPG Newswire: VYV Hydration Launches in 117 Hy-Vee HealthMarket Locations

Startup CPG Newswire:

VYV Hydration Launches in 117 Hy-Vee HealthMarket Locations

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY Doug Hamaker for VYV Hydration

MADISON, WI (MARCH 2026) — VYV Hydration, a sparkling prebiotic electrolyte drink, has secured placement in 117 Hy-Vee HealthMarket hydration sets across the Midwest, with rollout beginning the week of February 23, 2026. The brand is…

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Daily Newsletter - Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Here's what I published on Tuesday, March 3, 2026:

Anthropic Will Win Against DoD

Regarding what I wrote yesterday, this piece is an expert overview of the laws at stake and why DoD’s supply chain risk designation for Anthropic is doomed to fail.

From the government's perspective, Claude does pose some concerning vendor reliability issues. But the specific actions Hegseth and Trump took have…

March 1, 2026 Rate Roundup: California IOU Natural Gas Rate Increases

Below is a consolidated roundup of the March 1 natural gas rate increases that CRI reported on last week.

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PG&E, SoCalGas and SDG&E…

Startup CPG Newswire: Aux Délices des Bois: Introducing Squeezeable Culinary Fats

Startup CPG Newswire:

Aux Délices des Bois: Introducing Squeezeable Culinary Fats

PRESS RELEASE — NEWS PROVIDED BY AMY FARGES for Aux Délices des Bois

NEW YORK, NY (FEBRUARY 2026) – Aux Délices des Bois Beef Tallow and Cage-Free Duck Fat, packaged in 4-oz. shelf stable pouches, debut at Expo West in Anaheim, March 4-6th.

• Convenient for hiking, traveling, shipping, camping,…

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