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Clay's Corner ~ Goodbye To Ho Ho's & Twinkes?

Clay Miller — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:30:49 +0000

Can you imagine a world with out Twinkies or Ho Ho’s? How about a fabulous fruit filled pie? Or a creme filled cupcake?There is a distinct possibility. Just three short years ago, Hostess Brands emerged from a 5 year restructuring plan after Interstate Bakers filed for protection in 2004. For the second time in a [...]

10 Absurd Consequences of Hostess Filing for Bankruptcy

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:21:13 +0000

Hostess, which makes such iconic foods as Wonder Bread and Twinkies, has filed for bankruptcy. The company is some $860 million in debt, so clearly some restructuring is in order.

What happens now, you ask? Here are some possible scenarios of what may take place:

Hostess Files for Bankruptcy — Here Are 10 Hostess Snacks You May Have Forgotten [IMAGES, VIDEOS]

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:45:36 +0000

It has long been said that a Twinkie would survive a nuclear war. But Hostess, the company that makes the treats, is not so immortal.

In fact, Hostess is expected to file for bankruptcy this week, citing over $800 million in debt. While there is a good chance Hostess will be able to reorganize or be bought out by another company — ensuring Twinkies, Ding Dongs and Ho Hos will remain in stores — it’s possible that this could spell the end of the line for the tasty snack cakes we all grew up on.