Target to Debut Paid Membership
On April 7, Target will reintroduce its Target Circle loyalty program, with both free and paid membership options.
The paid option, Target Circle 360, includes unlimited free same-day delivery for orders over $35 in as little as an hour with no delivery fees or markups, free two-day shipping, access to shoppers who can personalize their experience, and access to Shipt Marketplace, which offers same-day delivery from more than 100 retailers nationwide.
It will launch with a special offer for new members for $49 per year from April 7 through May 18. After that, it will cost $99 per year.
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Snack maker expanding in Michigan
LANSING, MICH. — Greece-based snack and baked foods company SnackCraft LLC, a subsidiary of Unismack SA, is planning to invest $29.9 million to expand its facility in Kentwood, Mich., according to economic development agency The Right Place, Inc.
As part of its latest expansion, SnackCraft will add 186,000 square feet, bringing the plant to 311,000 square feet of manufacturing, warehousing and distribution space, The Right Place said.
“The expansion demonstrates our commitment to the area and enables the future growth potential for both existing and new customer opportunities, as well as securing SnackCraft’s long-term food manufacturing platform,” said Joseph F.…
UMaine students, parents make complaints about poor food quality
University of Maine leaders say they are working to improve food quality after receiving complaints from students and parents.
ORONO, Maine — University of Maine leaders say they are working to improve food quality in the school’s Hilltop Commons dining hall after receiving several complaints from both students and parents.
Students have been making their dissatisfaction with the meals served in the dining halls loud and clear, and UMaine Vice President of Finance and Chief of Business Kelly Sparks said the university is taking immediate action.
“We have recently fielded a survey with students as well as weekly focus groups,…