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Sweet deals and Valentine’s Day gifts available at Rite Aid
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, Rite Aid is offering deals on a broad selection of gifts for Valentines of all ages. From sweet treats and the perfect card to alluring fragrances and the cutest plush animals, Rite Aid said it has all last-minute shoppers covered this Valentine’s Day.
With deal approved Sears, Kmart stores to remain open
This past week a federal judge approved a last-minute deal to save Sears Holdings in much smaller form, giving the retailer a second chance.
Bartell’s offers tips, tools for being prepared for winter storms
Although high volume snow is a rarity in Western Washington, upcoming forecasts predict that many could be snowbound again this weekend. Emergency preparedness is the first step to ensuring that those affected by inclement weather are safe and equipped with snow and ice defense essentials.
IRI says consumer confidence making huge impact on e-commerce growth
While 2019 got off to a rocky start, with a partial government shutdown and trade challenges attributed to tariffs, consumers at the close of 2018 were buoyed by their strong household financial health and were spending accordingly.
Publix appoints Harris VP of manufacturing
Publix Super Markets has promoted director of manufacturing Doug Harris to the position of vice president of manufacturing. He will succeed Jeff Stephens, who is retiring on May 1.
Cardinal Health reports second quarter results
Cardinal Health reported on Thursday second quarter fiscal year 2019 revenues of $37.7 billion, an increase of 7%. The company also reported growth in GAAP operating earnings of 26% to $504 million and a decrease in non-GAAP operating earnings of 13 percent to $637 million.
Natural Grocers brings organic wine, craft beer and hard kombucha to Oklahoma
Organic and natural retailer Natural Grocers will soon expand its Cottage Wine and Craft Beer concept to three stores in Oklahoma.
Hy-Vee expands discount medications list
Hy-Vee announced Wednesday the expansion of its discount medications list to assist customers with lowering their health care costs, making their lives easier, healthier and happier. The new medication list went into effect February 1, and is available to all patients with no enrollment fees.
Kroger and Home Chef expand nationwide retail rollout
Kroger Co. and Home Chef announced Wednesday the introduction of retail meal kits to new cities, bringing the weekly rotating meal solution to 500 additional Kroger Family of Stores across the country. Additionally, homechef.
Three more GIANT Heirloom Market stores to open in Philadelphia
GIANT Food Stores announced plans to open another three GIANT Heirloom Market stores in Philadelphia this year.
Southern states continue to top Walgreens Flu Index
The southern states are still topping Walgreens’ Flu Index with Tyler, Texas jumping to number one on the market list for flu activity.
Fred’s names Joe Anto permanent CEO
Fred’s Inc. announced in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission that Joseph Anto is now the chief executive officer of the company, effective February 3. The board made the appointment on January 30. Previously, Anto served as Fred’s interim CEO as well as chief financial officer.
RWJBarnabas Health and ShopRite launch free wellness classes
KEASBEY, N.J. – ShopRite and RWJBarnabas Health have announced that they are expanding their partnership to provide a new education program designed to help shoppers to manage their weight and improve their overall well-being. Titled, “Eat Well.
Bartell’s: More than 128 years of loving and living local
Washington became a state in 1889. That same year, George Bartell bought his first pharmacy in Seattle. There are fewer things in the Puget Sound Area that are more local than Bartell’s.
Panza joins Vitamin Shoppe as SVP of retail sales and operations
Vitamin Shoppe announced Monday that Neal Panza has joined the company as senior vice president, retail sales and operations effective immediately.