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WACO, Texas (KWTX) - Private equity firm Levine Leichtman Capital Partners (LLCP) acquired the Texas-based Shipley Do-Nuts from Peak Rock Capital, according to a news release. Shipley is the nation’s largest donut and kolache brand with more than 375 locations across 14 states.