KRAFT Singles Announces Three Lakes, Wisconsin as the 'Single Best Town' in America

GLENVIEW, Ill., April 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- America has voted and determined the "Single Best Town" in America! KRAFT Singles and Disney ABC Television Group are proud to announce that Three Lakes, Wis. has been selected as the winning town, taking home more than one-third of the total votes. After 10 finalists were chosen from more than 400 entries, consumers had four weeks to vote for their favorite town by visiting http://family.go.com/best-town-contest.

Known for its gleaming crystal clear waters and home to the world's largest chain of inland lakes, Three Lakes proved to have what it takes to be considered the "Single Best Town" in America. Nestled amidst a spectacular 650,000-acre national forest, this endearing close-knit community boasts a charming downtown lined with antique-styled lampposts, quaint shops and cozy restaurants.

This summer, Three Lakes will receive the ultimate block party with a 90-minute live performance by Lyric Street recording artists, Love And Theft, who are gearing up to tour with country superstars Tim McGraw and Lady Antebellum starting April 23. ABC Daytime and SOAPnet's Soap Nation Tour will also stop in Three Lakes for the block party along with five ABC/SOAPnet Soaps Stars. Guests will enjoy American-inspired fare with KRAFT Singles, America's favorite brand of American cheese.

"Brian, Stephen and I are proud of the towns we grew up in and it's been eye opening to see so many Americans taking pride in what makes their hometowns special," says Eric Gunderson of country music trio Love And Theft. "We're especially excited to share in celebrating a uniquely American town like Three Lakes whose natural beauty is matched only by the big hearts of its people."

SNAPSHOT: "Single Best Town" Nominees

KRAFT Singles had some incredible entries. Here is how the top 10 "Single Best Town" finalists stacked up (ranked by number of votes cast):

1. Three Lakes, Wis. – Home to the world's largest chain of inland lakes, its close-knit downtown features many quaint buildings and coffee shops.
2. Bell Buckle, Tenn. – From a town that was once gray and frayed to what is now a patchwork of painted awnings and appliqued gingerbread-trimmed porches, this town is as quaint as can be.
3. Gastonia, N.C. – Gastonia's mayor, local business and more than 1,000 volunteers united to form the Hope 4 Gaston charity to improve their community.
4. Girard, Ill. – Residents visit the popular Doc's Soda Fountain, established in 1950s, for nickel and dime candies and handmade sodas and milk shakes.
5. Colorado Springs, Colo. – With ever-changing aspens, clear blue skies, red rocks and snow-capped mountains, this town is filled with history, culture and diversity.
6. Twinsburg, Ohio – Holding the Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of multiples in the world, this town hosts the popular Twins Day Festival every year.
7. Richmond, Mich. – Good Old Days festival and parade features annual Outhouse Races, which takes months of preparation.
8. Hamburg, N.Y. – People from all over flock to the town's annual Burgerfest to enter the hamburger contest, listen to live music and join the Burger, Beds and Buns race.
9. Augusta, Ga. – Home of the Master's Golf Tournament, this town is full of gardens, rich history and programs to help people in need.
10. Lexington, Ky. – The Horse Capital of the World has everything a horse lover would ever want: horse parks, famous races and historic race tracks.

"We are moved and inspired by all the stories Americans told us about their beloved hometowns – from Gastonians pulling together to help their hurting neighborhoods to Bell Buckle's transformation from disrepair to thriving community," says Clayton Wai-Poi, senior brand manager for KRAFT Singles. "Americans' passion for the places they call home really came through, and we were thrilled to see more than 20,000 votes for the 'Single Best Town'!"

For more information about the contest, visit http://family.go.com/best-town-contest. Visitors can also find recipes, arts and crafts and more!

About KRAFT Singles

With its perfect melt and consistently creamy texture, KRAFT Singles (www.kraftsingles.com) has been THE American cheese at the dinner table, in school lunch boxes and more for 45 years.  KRAFT American Singles are an excellent source of calcium and a good source of vitamin D.  KRAFT Singles are also available in 2% Milk and Fat-free varieties. Look for KRAFT Singles Pasteurized Prepared Cheese Products in the dairy aisle of leading grocery stores.

About KRAFT Foods

The combination of Kraft Foods and Cadbury creates a global powerhouse in snacks, confectionery and quick meals.  With annual revenues of approximately $50 billion, the combined company is the world's second largest food company, making delicious products for billions of consumers in more than 160 countries.  The combined company's portfolio includes 11 iconic brands with revenues exceeding $1 billion – Oreo, Nabisco and LU biscuits; Milka and Cadbury chocolates; Trident gums; Jacobs and Maxwell House coffees; Philadelphia cream cheeses; Kraft cheeses, dinners and dressings; and Oscar Mayer meats.  Another 70+ brands generate annual revenues of more than $100 million.  Kraft Foods (www.kraftfoodscompany.com) (NYSE: KFT) is a member of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, Standard & Poor's 500, Dow Jones Sustainability Index and Ethibel Sustainability Index.

About Love And Theft

After opening shows for Taylor Swift in 2008 and Jason Aldean in 2009, Love And Theft is gearing up to hit the road with Country music superstars Tim McGraw and Lady Antebellum in 2010. The trio will be busy promoting their recently released debut album, World Wide Open, which features the top 10 smash, "Runaway," and their rapidly rising single, "Dancing In Circles." Love And Theft has been featured on The Today Show, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Access Hollywood, in the pages of Country Weekly and People magazine and has had its music included in promos for ABC's daytime programming. To learn more about Love And Theft, visit www.loveandtheft.com or follow the band on Twitter at www.twitter.com/lntweet.

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