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Salvation Army contributions down
December 10, 2009 – hometownlife.com – “Hiller's Market on North Center Street in Northville is our top revenue generator in Northville, and the Hiller's at Five Mile and Haggerty in Plymouth is the second top generator in our service area,”
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Hiller's, Tutman Prepare Food With Purpose
December 18, 2009 – ClickOnDetroit.com (WDIV) – Hiller's Market Will Collaborate With Local Celebrities To Raise Funds For Their Favorite Charities
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Robbie Timmons and Hillers Join Forces to Help Horses
December 17, 2009 – wxyz.com – WXYZ-TV Noon and 5pm Anchor, Robbie Timmons is partnering with Hiller’s Markets to help "large" four-legged friends find homes through 501(c)3 non-profit CANTER.
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Savory stuffed eggplant
December 9, 2009 – annarbor.com blog post by Peggy Lampman – I'm particularly fond of recipes whose ingredients can be easily mixed and matched to accommodate different palates. This is one of those recipes. When selecting the more assertive flavor of ground lamb, the pecorina (sheep's milk cheese) paired with fresh mint is a perfect marriage. However, if ground beef is your choice, the Parmesan paired with fresh basil is a great flavor with the beef.
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Group honors restaurants, food retailers
December 4, 2009 – www.arabamericannews.com – The Detroit Association of Grocery Manufacturer's Representatives, an affiliate of the Michigan Food and Beverage Association (MFBA), held its 82nd Annual Trade Dinner on Tuesday, December 1 at The Atheneum Hotel next to Fishbones Restaurant in Greektown in Detroit.
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Beckoning the Canine Customer
November 30, 2009 – Dog Snuggies, gourmet dog food, holistic pet treats and wine that benefits local mutts satisfies pets and pet lovers at Hiller’s Markets.
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A Little Wine for a Good Cause
December 4, 2009 – The CW Channel 50 – “We all know the people of Michigan are suffering – but what about the animals? We must reach out in every direction because all creatures are vulnerable at challenging times,” says Jim Hiller, CEO of the seven Hiller's Markets in southeast Michigan.
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Entertaining Holidays
November 12, 2009 – Deli trays, gourmet entrees, fresh-baked desserts: Hiller’s has everything for hearty, healthful, affordable holiday meals.
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Meals with a Mission to benefit charitable causes
December 15, 2009 – Hiller’s Markets helps CANTER and the Children’s ToothFairy Foundation with two dishes in seventh round of prepared foods with a purpose.
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School of Medicine and Alumni Association to honor Jim Hiller, Dr. Silas Norman
November 30, 2009 – Wayne State University School of Medicine – The Wayne State University School of Medicine will honor Detroit area businessman Jim Hiller and Silas Norman Jr., M.D., assistant dean for Admissions, when the school’s alumni association launches the Ensure the Dream, Secure the Future scholarship campaign Dec. 10.
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Jim Hiller presents: Exploring the Anti-Cancer Power of Fresh Produce (excerpt)
Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak, Ministrelli Heart Center, July 24, 2008 - Food, produce, vegetables are not medicine. They’re not an alternative to traditional medicine. But it is widely accepted that food choice does influence cancer and it does at every stage. It can have a suppressive effect at the development stage.
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New Hiller's Market Brings In-Store Fine Dining, Nostalgic Ice Cream Experience and Nearly 125 Jobs
Southfield, MI, May 7, 2008 - Hiller's Markets - a local family-owned chain of independent supermarkets - today announced the opening of its newest store at 3010 Union Lake Road just south of Commerce Road in Commerce Township, (248) 363-8718, (www.hillers.com).
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The Lost Art of Grocery Buying
June 1, 2009 – Hiller’s behind-the-scenes maintains the hand-picked selection, back-to-basics approach that guarantees personal oversight for the best food selection.
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Hiller’s Chef to Cook with Vista Maria Residents
June 10, 2009 – Peter Julian and Hiller’s Markets donate food, time and focus to teach high-risk girls the art of nourishment.
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Hiller’s to Celebrate One Year in Union Lake
May 7, 2009 – Southeast Michigan’s largest and oldest family-owned grocery chain throws a birthday party for its newest and biggest store.
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Hiller’s Makes It Homemade
June 10, 2009 – Delicious, nutritious foods for under $10 at summer store samplings.
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Bix Engels: Let's Eat! Hiller’s Michigan Foods Fair, May 2-3
April 28, 2009 – ArborWeb.com – The hard times are here, but at least we’re not going down on an empty stomach. One thing we’ve still got plenty of is great Michigan food.
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Hiller’s to Fill Two Stores with Michigan Products for Simultaneous Local Food Fair Extravaganzas
April 6, 2009 – Southeast Michigan’s largest and oldest family-owned grocery chain salutes hometown entrepreneurship  with May 2-3 Michigan Food Fairs.
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Hiller's Markets and ALS of Michigan Build Wall of Hope to Combat Lou Gehrig's Disease
Southfield, MI, May 15, 2008 - Hiller's Markets - a local, family-owned chain of independent supermarkets - is conducting a fundraising project in its latest fight against Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) by teaming up with ALS of Michigan to raise money for ALS research as well as patient and community services. ALS is commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease.
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Sake - Detroit News My Time
Sake is a Japanese rice wine. The level of sake's quality depends on how well the rice is polished or milled.
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New Hiller's Market Opens - Sunday Free Press
Old Farmer Jack site is revived as specialty grocer.
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Hiller's Market opens new location - Oakland Press
Within four hours of opening the doors at the new Hiller's Market, about 500 customers had strolled through the 50,000-square-foot store.
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Quality Conscious - Detroit Jewish News
Hiller's Markets Jim Hiller talks about what it takes to succeed.
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No More Cigarettes for Sale at Hiller’s Markets
January 12, 2009 – “There are so many available vices – but this one has such far-reaching effects – for generations.”
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Hiller’s Helps Fight Autism
June 30, 2009 – Progressive Grocer –  In July and August, the seven Hiller’s Markets locations are support the local chapter of Celebrities Against Autism by offering Puzzle Pieces for sale at checkout for $1. All raised will go toward the organization, which offers practical support and guidance to families coping with the condition.
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Hiller’s Markets Hosts Celiac Awareness Days
September 29, 2008 – The family-owned company is local leader in meeting the needs of gluten-free consumers.
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GOLF CLASSIC PROMOTES HILLER’S GIVE-BACK PHILOSOPHY - Oakland Press
Day of golf and dining generates $6,700 and immeasurable goodwill for the Hiller ALS Center at Wayne State University.
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Hats off to Hiller's Michigan efforts
March 24, 2009 – Kate Lawson on Food blog (Detroit News) – Jim Hiller is my hero. His efforts to keep Michigan moving during this ugly time of woeful economic news is uplifting and inspiring.
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Good Food for All
May 26, 2009 – Hiller’s Markets partners with Temple Beth El in second effort to provide food for families facing tough times.
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Hiller’s Chef Teaches Gluten-Free Holiday Cooking
October 20, 2008 – Peter Julian to lead hands-on gluten-free cooking classes Oct. 27 and Nov. 3 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital.
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HILLER’S: A PARTNER TO FAMILIES
October 10, 2008 – Initiatives designed to help families affordably create healthy eating habits for their children.
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Hiller's introduces Back To Basics campaign
Listen to Hiller's latest radio advertisements introducing Back To Basics campaign.
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Made in Michigan-with lotsa love
April 30, 2009 – aldentecanoodler.com – Speaking of local,  Hiller’s Markets are having a Michigan Food Fair this weekend.
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'Buy Michigan!' becomes rally cry
May 3, 2009 – The Detroit Free PressCarol CainBring it on home, baby! And if possible, make sure it's homemade, homegrown or assembled nearby.
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Hiller’s Brews Tea, Serves Treats at Unique Events
January 26, 2009 – Learn about British and Japanese tea traditions, steep loose tea, sample flavors and discover tea’s health benefits at two-day Hiller’s food fair.
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Hiller’s Markets Hosts Gluten-Free Food Fairs
December 3, 2008 –  The family-owned company is local leader in meeting the needs of gluten-free consumers.
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Hiller’s introduces Green Tag Program to bring price cuts to customers
November 17, 2008  – Anticipating lower manufacturers’ costs, Jim Hiller slashes prices in all stores.
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Hiller’s Markets and Temple Beth El Feed the Hungry
December 19, 2008 – Community-focused partnership highlights good people coming together.
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Jim Hiller, CEO of Hiller's Markets, talks about commitment to customers, community
December 22, 2008 – OAKLAND BUSINESS REVIEW
His family's grocery store chain was just named Independent Retailer of the Year by Grocery Headquarters Magazine.
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Hiller’s Promotes Michigan-Made Products
January 16, 2009 – January 19 circular showcases local companies and their employees in an effort to salute, and boost, the Michigan economy.
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Executive Chef Peter Julian On Fox 2 News
August 10, 2009 – Hiller's Execitive Chef Peter Julian prepares Gluten-Free Chicken Casserole.
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Hiller’s To Demonstrate Heart-Healthy Cooking
February 5, 2009 – Chef Peter Julian will cook Hiller’s exclusive recipes and offer tips on cooking for heart-health.
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Chips and salsa scoring big sales
Saturday, January 31, 2009 - Jaclyn Trop / The Detroit News
Tomorrow's big game in Tampa will determine who dominates the football field, but Super Bowl Sunday is also a playoff among Metro Detroit chips and salsa manufacturers trying to tackle more market share on the biggest snacking day of the year.
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Hiller’s Launches Hometown First Program
February 1, 2009 - Local grocer pairs with locally-owned choice restaurants for added value to shoppers and a boost to the Michigan economy.
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Hiller's chef hosts fish Fridays
Whether you observe Lent or not, Hiller's Fish Fridays will inspire you to add fish to your menu.
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Business to share: Metro Detroit companies promote one another
Jennifer Youssef / The Detroit News (Saturday, February 28, 2008) - With discounts, gift cards and even low-interest loans, Metro Detroit businesses are encouraging consumers to spend their money at local establishments to help bolster southeast Michigan's moribund economy.
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Jim Hiller Invites New Blogger to www.hillers.com
Grocery website expands beyond food conversations to include esoteric musings from CEO and influential historian: Ruminations of a Flayed Fox debuts.
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Hiller’s to Showcase Its Vast Selection of Japanese Foods and Products
Traditional chefs will prepare and offer samplings in Commerce Township store March 7, spotlighting extensive array of foods from Japan.
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Hiller's Featured on "Suddenly Gluten-Free" Blog
Oakland Free Press Suddenly Gluten-Free Blog by Alissa Malerman
One mom's journey into a gluten-free kitchen after her son was diagnosed with celiac disease and autism. Get gluten-free recipes that even the pickiest eater will gobble up and learn how to plan meals for people with special diets.
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Pride and profits: Growing effort urges consumers to buy products made in Michigan
Jaclyn Trop / Detroit News - Monday, March 9, 2009
State pride is in vogue when it comes to keeping your money close to home, said Jim Hiller, chief executive officer of Hiller's Markets, which operates seven grocery stores in southeast Michigan.
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Hiller's Japanese Food Fair
Hiller's Japanese Fair is a huge success.
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Hiller’s to Fill 52,000-square-foot Store with Michigan-Made Products
Southeast Michigan’s largest and oldest family-owned grocery chain salutes hometown entrepreneurship  with March 21-22 Michigan Foods Fair.
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Hiller's to Launch First Michigan Foods Fair
Hiller's Market, which bills itself as southeast Michigan's largest and oldest family-owned grocery chains, will be the host of the inaugural Michigan Foods Fair this month at its 52,000-square-food Union Lake store in Commerce Township, Mich. The event will take place March 21 and March 22.
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Hiller's featured on Yes Michigan! Blog
Hiller's is a Michigan-based grocery chain that is spearheading a campaign to support Michigan companies. Their circular highlights which products are from Michigan and how many people each company employs. Not only that, they are very fun store with lots of gourmet and hard to find items!
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Hiller’s Prepares for Pesach
March 19, 2009 – Southeast Michigan’s largest and oldest family-owned grocery chain designates separate shelving and CEO sells the chametz – an age-old Jewish tradition.
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Metro Detroiters go nuts for nostalgia as hometown favorite returns
Thursday, March 19, 2009 – Detroit News/Jennifer Youssef
BERKLEY -- Fresh. Pure. Delicious. Perhaps nothing says peanut butter to generations of Metro Detroiters more than those three words -- the familiar pledge of Velvet Peanut Butter. The jar with the yellow label and a freckled-faced boy grimacing under each word was a household staple for decades.
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Hiller's Leads by Example
BuyMichiganNow.com article by Lisa Diggs
Can everyone make a contribution toward improving Michigan's economy?  Hiller's, a small chain of grocery stores in Southeastern Michigan, seems to think so, and naturally we agree. 
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Jim Hiller named a 2009 Hometown Health Hero
March 19, 2009 – Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm lauds CEO of Southeast Michigan’s largest and oldest family-owned grocery chain for ceasing cigarette sales.
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What's going on: Michigan Foods Fair
March 20, 2009 – Detroit Free Press – Hiller's Union Lake store -- its largest at 52,000 square feet -- is having its first Michigan Foods Fair 11 a.m-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
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Fair Supports Michigan Products
March 21, 2009 – Commerce Twp., (WXYZ) - Hiller's Market is holding a "first of its kind" fair to draw support for homegrown Michigan products.
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Jim Hiller interviewed by WDET reporter Noah Ovshinsky
March 20, 2009 – With news of several local businesses shutting down, one would think that an independent business cannot be successful in this type of economy. However, one of the few remaining independent markets is a shining spot in this struggling city.
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'Fresh' is really more like a smirk
March 21, 2009 – The Detroit News – While Metro Detroiters welcome the return of Velvet Peanut Butter after a 23-year hiatus, some consumers remain curious about one of the expressions of the boy on the beloved brand's familiar yellow label.
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Dietitian Recommends Healthy Foods Made In Michigan
March 20, 2009 – WDIV – There's a new movement to encourage Michiganders to eat healthy and keep more money in "The Mitten," especially when it comes to grocery dollars.
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By The Grace of a Grocer
March 23, 2009 – Hiller’s Markets partners with Ward Church to provide food for the hungry in tough times.
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Producing Glamour
March 24, 2009 – Experience a real fashion photo shoot March 31st in the produce section of Hiller’s Market.
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Local Grocer Highlights Mich. Products
March 25, 2009 – Oakland University's Oakland Post / Thomas Rowland – This weekend Hiller’s Market in Commerce Township held its first Local Food Fair. The two day event was organized by Jim Hiller, CEO of Hiller’s Markets, to showcase various products available at his stores that have a significant connection to the state of Michigan.
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Jim Hiller named a 2009 Hometown Health Hero
March 26, 2009 – Observer & Eccentric Mirror Hometown Life – In January, Jim Hiller pulled all cigarettes from his seven grocery stores and announced that he would no longer enable this dangerous habit. This month, Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm and Janet Olszewski, director of the state of Michigan's Department of Community Health, named Hiller a 2009 Hometown Health Hero for his decisive actions.
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Hiller's Market, chef donate food, time to help high-risk girls
June 15, 2009 – Kate Lawson on Food Blog (detnews.com) –  In these worrisome times when the economy is down and unemployment on the rise, we're all hurting but no more so than the charities and agencies that rely on our support.
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Major bus stop closes Arborland cancels AATA lease over parking
June 17, 2009 – by Tom Gantert, The Ann Arbor News –  The Ann Arbor Transportation Authority's bus shelter and transfer station at the Arborland shopping center will be shut down on July 1, affecting more than 1,000 riders who use that location daily to catch a bus downtown or to other locations.
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Take a sample
June 17, 2009 – by Metro Times Food Staff  –  This summer, Hiller's markets will hold weekly in-store samplings showing shoppers how to get the most for their money.
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Cash Register Contributions
July 1, 2009 – Hiller’s Markets partners with Celebrities Against Autism to raise awareness and support for local families.
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Justin Hiller Becomes Hiller’s Markets VP
July 7, 2009 – Progressive Grocer After spending the past three years at Encino, Calif.-based Gelson’s Supermarkets, Justin Hiller has returned to his home state as VP of Hiller’s Markets, where he will work in concert with his father, Jim, the company’s CEO and owner. Justin is the third generation of Hillers to work at the grocer.
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Son of Hiller's Markets CEO takes exec post
July 7, 2009 – Detroit News Business Briefs After learning the management ropes at West Coast grocery chain Gelson's Supermarkets, Justin Hiller is returning to Michigan to become vice president of Hiller's Markets.
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The Third Generation of Hiller Men Joins the Company
July 7, 2009 – Jim Hiller’s son Justin becomes Hiller’s Markets Vice-President, working alongside his father to bring the company into the future.
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Hiller’s Leadership Laments the Elimination of Arborland AATA Bus Stop
July 8, 2009 – “Sometimes it is difficult to say in public everything you believe,” says Jim Hiller, CEO and owner of Hiller’s Markets, which operates a store in the Arborland shopping center near a former Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (AATA) bus stop.
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Hiller’s branches out to Mitzvah Meals
May 28, 2009 – BY SARA CALLENDER,  ECCENTRIC STAFF WRITER – Jim Hiller takes this George Bernard Shaw quote to heart: “My life belongs to the community, and as long as I live, it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can.”  
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Hiller’s Northville Store to Highlight Michigan Products and Vendors at Buy Michigan Week Food Fair
July 13, 2009 – Southeast Michigan’s largest and oldest family-owned grocery chain salutes hometown entrepreneurship August 1-2.
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Grace & Groceries 5: Walk in the woods & the wisdom of fresh starts
July 16, 2009 – BY THE GRACE OF A GROCER, Part 5 – This week, as my articles have appeared in OurValues.org, I have been in northern Michigan. My family takes a trip every summer to three little cottages with views of Lake Michigan and every year we spend a week ahead of time collecting items and making lists, planning meals and itineraries, so that when we finally arrive for our "getaway," we are too high-strung to really sink into the fresh air, the sway of the trees, the serenity of the lapping water.
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Have fun shopping, exploring downtown areas during festivals, fairs
July 16, 2009 – hometownlife.com – BUY MICHIGAN NOW FESTIVAL
Downtown Northville is the host location for the official “Buy Michigan Now” Festival, July 27-Aug. 2.
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Jim Hiller on "The Lucy Ann Lance Business Insider" WLBY 1290 AM
July 13, 2009 – Jim Hiller, Owner of Hiller’s Market – As a tenant at Arborland Mall, Jim Hiller is speaking out about the mall management’s ouster of AATA bus service and wants to know why tenants weren’t asked what they wanted.
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Suddenly Gluten Free: Save the date
July 26, 2009 – Suddenly Gluten Free Blog – Hiller’s Gluten-Free Food Fair – Saturday and Sunday, August 15-16
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Michigan Made
November 23, 2009 – Super Market News – Retailers hope to breathe new life into Michigan’s economy by 
identifying locally produced items throughout the store.
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More Meals With A Mission
November 15, 2009 – Hiller’s Markets, Wayne State’s Dr. Jeff Loeb and Janice Cherkasky, of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, join forces for fifth round of prepared foods with a purpose.
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Hiller's Charity & Chow
October 19, 2009 – blog.dkwio.org – Most grocery shoppers consider prepared foods as a time-and-money-saver option on busy nights.
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Hiller's Markets to Host Gluten-Free Food Fair
October 11, 2009 – The Gourmet RetailerHiller's Markets will host a gluten-free food fair Oct. 18 at its Plymouth, Mich., store.
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City bites from Hometown Life
November 5, 2009 – hometownlife.com – Plymouth – This month shoppers can donate a dollar at the register at Hiller's Markets grocery stores to support CANTER, a locally-based organization that finds homes for retired racehorses.
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Hiller's to present great ideas for Fall entertaining at Novi Library
October 20, 2009 – examiner.com by Liz MarabeasWith great ideas for Fall entertaining, Justin Hiller, Vice-President of Hiller's Markets, will be at the Novi Library on Thursday, October 22 at 7pm.
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Galloping Toward a Goal
October 28, 2009 – Hiller’s Markets partners with Robbie Timmons to raise money at the register and find homes for retired racehorses.
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Novi Friends of the Library Recipe Update
October 27, 2009 – Recipes featured at Hiller's Friends of Novi Library event.
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Hiller's Markets: Good Deeds in the Making
October 28, 2009 – examiner.com – by Liz Marabeas – At a time when consumers are cutting back on restaurant dining but not cooking more, prepared foods are ever more enticing.
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MEALS WITH A MISSION
October 19, 2009 – Hiller’s Markets, Danialle Karmanos and Buy Michigan Now join forces for fourth round of prepared foods with a purpose.
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Prognosis E-News from Wayne State University
November 17, 2009 – Wayne State University School of Medicine – Sales of Dr. Loeb's pasta dish at Hiller's Markets will fund ALS research.
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Hiller’s grocery stores selling prepared food to help charities
November 18, 2009 – The Oakland Press – Two new dishes will appear in the prepared foods cases at all seven Hiller’s grocery stores through Nov. 30. Profits will go to charity.
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Community lends a hand with free Thanksgiving dinner
November 25, 2009 – C & G News – At Hiller’s Market, Bagger Dave’s, the Blarney Stone, Catching Fireflies and Dandelions Children’s Consignment, there will be collection boxes where residents can drop off non-perishable food items and new children’s toys for local families in need.
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