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Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q(R) Supports Rex Blood Center and Donors with Lunches for Volunteers

Thursday, July 19th, 2012

Volunteer blood donors on Monday received delicious support in appreciation for their time and efforts – eastern NC bar-b-q and other SCNB menu favorites

Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q® (SCNB) is pleased to announce their recent participation as a meal sponsor for Rex Blood Center in Raleigh, NC. On Monday, July 16, Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q® provided lunches for blood drive donors at Rex Blood Center.

Rex Blood Services is a not-for-profit, community blood bank dedicated to providing a safe, adequate blood supply to patients at Rex Hospital and other area hospitals. In 1962, Rex Blood Services began as Raleigh’s first community blood donor facility. Their mission is to provide the highest standard of care and service to area blood donors and patients, while promoting the importance of community participation and awareness of the need for, and importance of, blood donation.

SCNB Donates Lunch to Volunteers at Rex Blood Services

“When Sandra Brooks of Rex Blood Services came to us and told us that ‘every day in the US, over 32,000 blood transfusions take place’ and that many of them occur in our Triangle-area hospitals, often benefiting patients fighting long-term illnesses such as cancer and sickle cell anemia, we knew we wanted to help support them in whatever way that we, as a restaurant brand, could”, says Richard Averitte, Marketing Director for Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q®. “Treating those life-sustaining volunteers who donate blood to lunch, essentially, is something we took great pride in being able to do”, Averitte added.

SCNB Donates Lunch to Volunteers at Rex Blood Services

Sandra Brooks of Rex Blood Services explains from a blood donor’s perspective: “Our donors know that Smithfield’s applauds their volunteerism and community service. They enjoy knowing that these organizations are invested in the lives of people around them.”

For more information on Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q®, please visit http://www.SCNBNC.com, visit the brand’s facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/SCNBNC, or stay updated with tweets from @SCNBNC on twitter (http://www.twitter.com/SCNBNC). Find out more about Rex Blood Services, and how to donate, on their website at http://www.rexhealth.com/blood and on Facebook at http://facebook.com/RexBlood.

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Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q® Partners with Heinz to Feature Veterans Support Program

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

Through the end of the year, specially-marked bottles of Heinz ketchup served at SCNB will help raise funds and awareness for veterans and active duty military.
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(Cary, NC) – Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q® (SCNB) is honored to announce a new way for customers of the NC-based restaurant brand to honor our country’s veterans and help raise money for the USO and Wounded Warrior Project™.

Teaming up with Heinz, the house-favorite ketchup brand served in all 33 SCNB locations, participants will be able to honor veterans and active duty service members by sending a digital “Thank you” card to active duty service members, help Heinz reach its $200,000 donation goal to Wounded Warrior Project, and learn about other ways to get involved and support our troops.

In support of this initiative, every 20oz “Upside Down” bottle of ketchup distributed by Heinz during this time will have a special label that includes a QR code that patrons can scan to have their participation count toward the $200,000 fundraising goal. Heinz will donate $0.57 to WWP for every thank you card sent or page “Like” on Facebook, up to $200,000. Customers can also text the word “THANKS” to 57000 to participate, as well.

SCNB will remind patrons who visit their 33 North Carolina locations to participate with “Our Turn to Serve” place mats and table tents detailing the support campaign, as well.

Additionally, a donation will be made to Wounded Warrior Project™ on behalf of Heinz and US Foods™ for every case of the specially-marked Heinz® Ketchup product purchased between 10/31/11 through 11/25/11.

Tweet to Support
On Friday, November 11, 2011, Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q® will sweeten the Heinz fundraising efforts by donating $1.00 for every tweet that includes the hashtag #TYVETS to the Wounded Warrior Project™.

“We have always admired Smithfield’s Chicken ‘n Bar-B-Q®’s commitment to serving those who serve our country,” says Ed Sautro of Heinz North America. “Their longstanding tradition of being a friend to the military made them an obvious partner choice for us during this special campaign,” adds Sauntro.

For more information on Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q®, please visit http://www.SCNBNC.com, visit the brand’s Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/SCNBNC, or stay updated with tweets from @SCNBNC on Twitter.

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About Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q
Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q has a 40-year history of serving the finest fried chicken and Eastern-North-Carolina-style Bar-B-Q, made fresh daily from family recipes and served in a family-friendly atmosphere. Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q has over 30 locations in North Carolina as well as an online store where BBQ can be ordered and shipped anywhere in the United States. Visit http://www.SCNBNC.com/ for more information or call 919-852-1742.

Contact: Richard Averitte, Marketing Director, Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q
Phone: 919-852-1722 Fax: 919-852-5268 Email: RAveritte@SCNBNC.com
Web: http://www.SCNBNC.com Mail: P.O. Box 979 – Cary, NC 27512

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Week Four of Freedom Month Now In Stores… Literally!

Wednesday, July 27th, 2011

Customers who visit one of Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q®‘s 32 North Carolina locations between Wednesday, July 27, 2011 and Tuesday, August 2, 2011 will receive a “Support Our Troops” decal (pictured above) with a peel-off coupon on the back for a free gallon of SCNB’s famous sweet iced tea.

Help us show our support for all of our armed forces by sporting this decal on your car, on your laptop, or even on your tailgate cooler (stocked with our famous sweet tea, of course)!

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Happy National Fried Chicken Day!

Wednesday, July 6th, 2011

According to Daily Republic writer C.W. Plunkett, “fried chicken has been around for hundreds of years. It was a recipe that was first brought to this country by Scottish immigrants, and then it was later perfected by cooks in the South who added flavorful and unique spices to their coating mix”… and we couldn’t agree more!

In honor of the holiday, we want to know – what’s your favorite place to enjoy fresh Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q fried chicken? Do you enjoy it on a boat with a large cup of sweet tea? Or at a picnic with a double serving of our tasty potato salad?

Leave a comment below telling us your favorite place to enjoy fried chicken and we’ll send you an email with a special coupon for our 8-piece fried chicken box… complete with special extended expiration date!

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Happy 4th of July!

Monday, July 4th, 2011

Happy 4th of July, everyone! We hope you have enjoyed a safe and fun holiday weekend so far and have plans to do the same until heading back to work tomorrow (or through the rest of your vacation). All of our 32 North Carolina locations are open regular hours today – providing your 4th of July fix for eastern North Carolina bar-b-q, fried chicken, hush puppies, and all the fixin’s… so stop on by to see us!

While you’re near the computer, be sure to check out these pictures from the second annual Freedom Run 5K that was held Saturday morning in Wake Forest, NC. SCNB was honored to serve as a returning sponsor and we are looking forward to the third annual race next year!

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Bar-B-Q for a Local Couple’s Big Day

Tuesday, June 21st, 2011

Every now and then we have the wonderful opportunity to hear from a customer who reminds us just how far delicious food and friendly service can go in making one’s day… and sometimes it’s even their BIG DAY!

Check out the email below for a look at how our Siler City location helped save the day recently:

I know that often you hear nothing but complaints, however, I have a praise for Vickie and her staff for an outstanding job and for saving the day. The story is: May 21st was my wedding day and the wedding was outside at our farm for 80 people. What should have been a stress-free event, turned into a nightmare. Our caterer did not show.

My sister-in-law called Smithfield’s in Siler City and placed an order for 80 people with no explanation of why that much food in such a short notice (30 to 45 mins). When they got there, Vickie and her team was working on the order. Vickie asked “what is the event”. My sister-in-law explained and Vickie hurried the team up and packed the back of the SUV in a manner that nothing spilled. The food was there and setup within 10 mins. of the wedding ending. Without Vickie and her team, my wedding would have been a disaster. My words can not express the gratitude that I have for Smithfield’s, Vickie and her team.

Just wanted you know the GREAT job that the Siler City – Smithfield’s is doing.

A heartfelt “Thank you!” and “Congratulations!” go out to the new Mrs. Culberson and her new husband. On behalf of Vickie, everyone at our Siler City location, and the entire Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q family, we wish you both a very happy start to your new life together – we were honored to be part of your big day and look forward to serving you and yours again soon!

Planning an engagement party, rehearsal dinner, wedding reception, or any other event for friends and family? We would love assist you so that you can enjoy a stress-free celebration! From four guests to four hundred, we can handle any size catering or special event need you have planned. Please feel free to contact your neighborhood location or email us anytime at Comments@SCNBNC.com and we’ll be happy to help ensure the food and beverage for your guests goes off without a hitch!

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Who’s got spirit!?

Friday, October 29th, 2010

The search is still on for the Triangle’s Ultimate Tailgate! We want to see your tailgate traditions, do’s/don’ts and everything in between! Think you’ve got what it takes to earn the title of the Triangle’s Ultimate Tailgate!? Prove it! This prestigious title not only makes you the envy of all fellow game goers, but scores you some incredible prizes! 1st Place is $500.00 cash and a 20 person party pack delivered via the SCNB van! Second prize is a $50.00 gift certificate and SCNB gear. Third prize is a delicious SCNB Tailgate Special – perfect for any game day! Didn’t place in the top 3? Not to worry! You’re still going to receive $10.00 in Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q gift certificates just for entering! Follow these simple rules and be entered to win!

Rules of the Game / Eligibility
1. All videos submitted must be 30-60 seconds long.
2. Dress in your team colors and game day gear.
3. Be sure to highlight your tailgate MVP (this is your SCNB Tailgate Special, if you have one!)
4. Is your tailgate missing the bar-b-q? Be sure to come up with an attractive trade offer to add SCNB to your roster!
5. Is your tailgate a game day tradition? Don’t forget to share your essentials for a great game plan!
6. Keep it a clean game, gentleman and ladies! Unsportsmanlike conduct is grounds for disqualification.

Draft your tailgate teammates, grab a smart phone, minicam, or video camera, and create a short video showing Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q® why YOUR tailgate should be named the standard against which all future tailgates will be judged. Winners will be chosen by the number of comments being cast in favor of the fan favorite video on Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q®’s facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/SCNBNC.

Additional game day contests will be held on game days for entries to win prizes free tailgate specials from Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q®! For updates and to enter, be sure to follow along online at http://www.facebook.com/SCNBNC or http://www.twitter.com/SCNBNC.

For more information on Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q®, please visit http://www.SCNBNC.com/, http://www.WeShipBarBQ.com/, and http://www.RealTailgate.com

Any questions? Contact us at comments@scnbnc.com

Ready, BREAK!

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Bringing Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q® to Durham for a Great Cause!

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

What’s on your weekend calendar? If it includes a trip anywhere near Durham, NC’s Southpoint mall on Saturday, you’ll certainly want to consider stopping by this great event for some bar-b-q, summer fun, and an easy chance to support a great cause!

Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q® will be part of Macy’s BBQ Challenge taking place at the Streets at Southpoint at 2:00pm on Saturday, July 24th, 2010!

Macy’s is on a search to find the best barbecue in the Durham area. Groove to the sounds of the DJ as you enjoy samplings from local restaurants (including SCNB!).

Click here to visit the Macy’s website for more info, including address!

What’s really cool about this event?
You’re the judge; $1 gets you in on the voting action*.

*All proceeds go to benefit The Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina.

While you’re there, be sure to enter to win great prizes, let the kids get their faces painted and get fantastic balloon art, plus, get cooking tips from some of your favorite brands! (Don’t forget to shop the Macy’s Home Store for the “must haves” to create your own grilling masterpiece. — They are the gracious hosts, after all!) Then… witness the crowning of the barbecue champ!

See you there!

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Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q® Announces Plans for 2010 Freedom Week

Thursday, July 1st, 2010

NC restaurant brand continues support of North Carolina military with Freedom Week plans for fundraising and celebrating

(Cary, NC) – Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q® (SCNB) has announced plans for its 2010 Freedom Week promotion – an annual campaign that the restaurant brand promotes each July celebrating our nation’s independence, while supporting members of the United States military. Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q®’s Freedom Week 2010 will begin Friday, July 2^nd, 2010 and last until Friday, July 9^th, 2010.

Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q ® has a long history of supporting those who serve as defenders of our nation’s freedom and this year is no exception. The restaurant brand is offering several opportunities for customers to support Freedom Week and get their friends and family in on the excitement and fundraising.

Features of the restaurant’s campaign include:

Tweet for Troops
Customers who are utilizing the micro-blogging service Twitter can support Freedom Week and the Wounded Warrior Project by including #FreedomWeek in their posts about the promotion taking place at @SCNBNC. $0.10 for each tweet will be added to the campaign’s fundraising total! (Don’t forget to RT that, twitter fans!)

Commemorative T-Shirts
Fundraiser t-shirts (pictured at right) will be available at all Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q locations for $14.95, a portion of which benefits the Wounded Warrior Project. With over 30 locations in North Carolina, there is always a location close by… and these shirts make for a great reason to stop on the way to the beach for a quick meal. Shirts can also be purchased online at http://scnbnc.com/store/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=3.

2010 Freedom Run
Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q® is proud to be supporting the inaugural 5k Freedom Run, hosted by the American Legion Auxiliary in Wake Forest. The run is going to be held on Saturday, July 3^rd, 2010, with proceeds supporting veterans past and present along with active military personnel.

Military Rideshare
Aside from in-house and community fundraising programs, Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q® is also leveraging the power of the popular NC bar-b-q brand to raise awareness amongst NC military families of MilitaryRideShare.com. MilitaryRideShare.com is a free website that has been designed by a former Marine to provide a place for Marines, Sailors, Airmen, and Soldiers to connect online for coordinating shared rides and travel. The program aims to save those making similar trips money on transportation costs.

“We have long served the troops with the motto, ‘Grateful to serve those who serve’”, says Richard Averitte, Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q®’s Marketing Director. “We hope our efforts can help such a wonderful organization as The Wounded Warriors project.”

For more information on the 5k Freedom Run, contact Anne Deal, race coordinator for the American Legion Auxiliary at littledeal@earthlink.net. For more information on the Wounded Warriors Project, please visit the official website online at http://www.WoundedWarriorProject.org/. For more information on MilitaryRideShare.com, please visit http://www.MilitaryRideShare.com/.

Need more information on Freedom Week 2010? Feel free to contact Richard Averitte, Marketing Director – Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q! Richard can be reached by phone at 919-852-1722 or by email at RAveritte@SCNBNC.com.

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Want to Add Some FUN to Your Fundraising?

Monday, April 12th, 2010

Smithfield’s Chicken ‘N Bar-B-Q is just the place to do it!

Enjoy a delicious meal, great times with fellow supporters, and raise money for your school or non-profit organization just by dining with us.

Check out the following video featuring a Spirit Night event we hosted with the Jaguars from Youngsville Elementary for a peek at the fun we had.

Ready to plan your own fundraising event? Email us at Fundraiser@SCNBNC.com today!

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