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Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center opens its doors

The Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center announces its grand opening with an open house to be held 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 28 at its new location, 4244 Hamilton Ave.

Enjoy family friendly entertainment while browsing through Cincinnati's one-of-a-kind facility for children's enrichment and parenting support and education. Learn about upcoming events and classes and take advantage of early bird registration, exclusive discounts and give-aways. Meet the instructors to find classes just right for you and your child, from art, music, yoga, signing, Spanish, story time, creative movement and more.

For more information, call (513) 591-2332 or visit www.theplaceforfamilies.com.

Allstate recognizes top agent performance

Brian Ackerman has been recognized by Allstate Insurance Company for high standards in customer satisfaction, customer retention and profitability. Ackerman is now among the top Allstate agents in sales for auto, property, commercial insurance and financial services in the nation.

Ackerman is part of the Allstate agency located at 3501 Tylersville Road in Fairfield.

SMART produces new coated paper

SMART Papers in Hamilton will be the first North American paper maker to produce Forest Stewardship Council-certified premium cast-coated papers, according to the company.

The Kromekote triple cast-coated paper is known for its mirror-smooth surface, rich gloss and outstanding print performance. It is now available in Kromekote Recycled, company officials said.

The Kromekote Collection includes high gloss, deep colors, foils, metallics and pearls, as well as textures, folding board and Tuffkote, SMART Paper officials said.

Discounts help Kroger increase 1st-quarter profits

Despite tough economic times and tightened consumer budgets, Kroger Co. officials said its food, gas and drug discounts helped draw shoppers into stores, boosting first-quarter profits by 15 percent.

The Cincinnati-based grocer earned $386 million, or 58 cents per share, for the quarter ending May 24 compared with a profit of $336.6 million, or 47 cents per share, a year ago. In total, shares increased 7 percent, according to the earnings report. Revenue rose 12 percent to $23.11 billion from $20.73 billion a year ago.

Kroger operates 2,474 stores under 24 banners in 31 states.