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.
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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.
CVS offering free heart health screenings in February
As part of its ongoing commitment to building healthier communities, CVS Health announced Monday it will be offering no cost “Know Your Numbers” heart health screenings at MinuteClinic, the company’s retail medical clinic, every Thursday in February, including Valentine’s Day.
Kroger to offer free cholesterol screenings during American Heart Month
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Each minute, more than one person in the United States dies from a heart disease-related event. Heart disease can be prevented with a healthy diet and physical activity. However, people with high cholesterol often exhibit no symptoms.
Amazon reports robust sales and earnings for Q4
Amazon.com Inc. reported strong sales and net earnings gains for the fourth quarter, beating analysts’ estimates. But the company’s forecast for first quarter sales growth fell short of analysts’ projections, and shares fell in early morning trading on Friday. Net sales increased 20% to $72.
Measles outbreak spreads; Bartell’s urges vaccination
The Washington State Department of Health has 39 confirmed cases of measles between King County and Clark County. 34 of 36 cases were unvaccinated individuals. Vaccinations are the first line of defense for preventative care and Bartell’s is prepared to help protect the community from the outbreak.
Urban Skin Rx expands nationwide retail distribution with CVS, Target and Ulta Beauty
Urban Skin Rx, the melanin experts and go-to clinical skin care line geared towards treating and perfecting diverse skin tones, announced it will expand its retail distribution beyond its e-commerce website www.urbanskinrx.com and its retail presence at select Target stores and Target.