FMI sees untapped potential in grocers' nonfood aisles
To advance these efforts, FMI has published “The Power of Nonfoods at Retail 2024,” detailing how grocery stores can leverage their nonfood offerings to tap new growth opportunities.
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CVS Health Foundation helps address barriers to care for patients with chronic diseases in Atlanta
Foundation announces $1.5 million in new Health Zones funding and progress through first six months of the program.
Retailers remain committed to eliminating single-use bag waste
The Consortium says this strengthened commitment will allow the Consortium to continue scaling proven bag waste reduction strategies, building on the successes of the last four years.
Walgreens and Dion's Chicago Dream team to host a Dream Vault Smart Locker in Gage Park store
The Dream Vault will provide free, high-quality produce to more than 175 local households per week.
2024 holiday spending expected to hit new record
Nearly half (45%) of holiday shoppers plan to browse and buy items before November.
Walgreens gearing up for National Drug Takeback Day
Walgreens has more than 1,550 kiosks across 46 states and Washington, D.C.
U.S. retail sales hold steady as consumers adjust spending habits ahead of holiday season
“Consumers continue to demonstrate their resilience, both in their willingness to spend when the value is there and their ability to adapt to maximize that value,” said Marshal Cohen, Circana’s chief retail industry advisor.
Dollar General ranked as one of Tennessee’s Healthiest Employers for the fourth straight year
Dollar General says that this recognition highlights the company’s ongoing commitment to supporting its workforce both on and off the sales floor.
Target to reduce prices on over 2,000 items for the holiday season
Retailer to offer lower prices than last year on more than 10,000 total items during the holidays, including food and beverages, everyday essentials, holiday gifts and more.
I Dew Care now available at Walgreens stores
"We are thrilled to bring I Dew Care's fun and effective skincare solutions to Walgreens customers across the nation," said Brian Murdock, General Manager North America at Memebox.
NRF expects steady sales growth for the 2024 Holiday season
"The economy remains fundamentally healthy and continues to maintain its momentum heading into the final months of the year," said NRF president and CEO Matthew Shay.
Excellence in Rx: Elgawly’s mission is ‘to protect our community’
“We believe that delivering on our commitments is critical to earning the trust of our community,” she says.
Excellence in Rx: Metcalf’s dedication to community is heart felt
Metcalf’s goal was to open her own pharmacy to serve her community, and she realized that ambition in 2004, when she opened her first location. She now owns two pharmacies in Blount County, located about six miles apart. They are the only pharmacies in that part of the county.
Excellence in Rx: Khalil bridges the gap between patients, clinicians
“Safety is our top priority, and our team works hard to minimize wait times for acute meds,” Kahlil says.
Kroger Health sets the date for Nourishing Change Conference
The conference will occur May 13 - 15, 2025 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Excellence in Rx: Gomez’s diligence helped save a colleague’s life
Patient education is an important element in the care she and her team provide, Gomez says.