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Spangler reveals encouraging theme for Sweethearts Candies

Candies come with 16 sayings including positive, classic messages.

January 20, 2022

The 2022 theme aims to show fans just how special they are, give their spirits a lift and allow them to say a special thank you to anyone who helped them do and become their best.

Spangler brings back all-chocolate Necco Wafer Rolls

Fans asked for chocolate rolls soon after it revived the multi-flavor rolls.

April 21, 2021

Fans may detect a slight difference in the taste of the chocolate wafers, since a minor improvement in the cooking process gives them a richer cocoa flavor.

Spangler introduces Sweethearts with phrases inspired by classic love songs

Candy company acquired the Sweethearts brand in 2018.

January 27, 2021

Alongside familiar sayings, Sweethearts Candies are returning for Valentine's Day 2021 with new phrases inspired by each generation’s celebrated love songs.

American Licorice, Jelly Belly, Goetze's, Spangler team up to create Valentine’s Day Care Crates amid COVID-19

The boxes, which can be ordered online and safely sent to loved ones during social distancing, feature candy from all the companies as well as non-candy items.

Crystal Lindell

January 18, 2021

Sold online for $15.99, they feature a variety of indulgent goodies in an attractive box design.

Spangler acquires Bit-O-Honey brand

Bit-O-Honey set to ship from Bryan, Ohio starting Jan. 1.

November 24, 2020

Dum Dum maker Spangler Candy Co. has acquired the Bit-O-Honey brand from Pearson’s Candy Co.

2020 State of the Confectionery Industry: Hard candy sales dip

Dollar sales dropped by 2.6 percent in year ending June 14, IRI says.

Alyse Thompson

July 20, 2020

While the chewy candy category continues to grow, U.S. sales for hard candy — driven by lollipops and sugar-free options — are seeing declines.

Necco wafers returning to shelves this summer

Spangler Candy Co. purchased the brand, equipment in 2018.

Alyse Thompson

May 28, 2020

Spangler said the Necco wafer recipe has remained “essentially unchanged,” though fans may detect a richer cocoa flavor in the chocolate wafers.

Spangler Candy Co. will end the Save Wraps program this month

Company will devote energy to new products, promotions.

May 7, 2020

A notice on Spangler’s website says the program will end May 31 and encourages customers to redeem their points before that date.

Sweethearts are back — sort of

Spangler Candy Co. experienced logistical, production challenges after acquiring Sweethearts brand.

Alyse Thompson

February 5, 2020

The colorful candy hearts are back on shelves after a yearlong hiatus, though in limited quantities. News reports also indicate they have fewer messages and a slightly different taste.

Atkinson to produce Mary Jane candies under agreement with Spangler Candy

Mary Jane candies to become available in 2020.

October 16, 2019

Atkinson Candy Co. will produce, market and sell Mary Jane candies, a former NECCO brand, through a licensing agreement with brand owner Spangler Candy Co.