McLane, Open Pantry Extend Distribution Agreement

December 20, 2005

TEMPLE, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 20, 2005--McLane Company, Inc. announced today that it has extended its service agreement with Open Pantry Food Marts of Wisconsin, Inc. Headquartered in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin and founded in 1966, Open Pantry is a privately held company that owns and operates 35 corporate locations as well as numerous franchise and dealer locations throughout Wisconsin.

Jim Fiene, Open Pantry Senior Vice President of Sales and Operations, said, "McLane and Open Pantry share the same 'can do' attitude and understand the importance of customers and treating them well. We know that extending our service agreement will provide us with the service and products we count on to grow our business."

Open Pantry is committed to providing convenience to meet the needs of a customer's very busy day. The implementations of new programs and products such as the Willow Creek Coffee Program have made Open Pantry the destination for area consumers. Their premise "You Need Time, We Can Help" is a guiding commitment, focusing on the customer as a guest of Open Pantry.

"McLane is happy to share in the commitment Open Pantry brings to the convenience channel. Our pledge is to exceed Open Pantry's expectations and help them achieve their business goals," said Scott Braden, President of McLane's Minnesota division.