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Meijer in Final $160 M Investment Plan
In 2013, Meijer will be finalizing a $160 million plus investment plan to remodel and put up new stores, including the building of six supercenters and major remodeling projects for five stores. Illinois, Indiana and Michigan will have two new supercenters and the remodeling projects will be at four Michigan stores and one Illinois Meijer…
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Harris Teeter Considering Chain Sale: Report
According to various reports, retailer Harris Teeter is said to be mulling over a sale. The regional grocery and supermarket chain is said to have hired J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. to investigate its options. The chain has refused to comment, citing its policy not to comment on speculated matters. Diamond Group industry observer Jeremy…
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KeHE Trades Eye Level
KeHE Distributors has sold off its Eye Level business. The wholesaler has traded the business to Sarasota, Florida-based Living Naturally, a company that provides marketing and technology solutions for retailers. Eye Level Solutions, an online B2C business, enables customers to buy unique merchandise through stores. The product selection from the brand stores are from a…
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The Role of Food Safety in Preventing Food Borne Illnesses
Food borne illnesses are those illnesses that occur from the consumption of food that is contaminated with bacteria, viruses, parasites, and natural toxins. Such contaminants present in food have been the cause of worldwide interest in the proper management of food. Food safety involves proper handling, preparation and storage of food. Cleanliness and hygiene are…
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Artist Challenge for Chicago-Themed Bottle Design
Absolut Vodka, in partnership with Threadless, an online design outfit, will be hosting an artist challenge to encourage participants to come up with Chicago-themed artwork for its city-inspired limited-edition bottles. Absolut Vodka is a brand of Pernod Ricard USA, based in Purchase, New York, and has been creating limited-edition bottles inspired by city themes. Previous…
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Enerjive’s Quinoa Skinny Crackers the Latest Addition to the Quinoa Craze
Ottawa, Canada-based Enerjive is the latest company to join the Quinoa trend with its introduction of Quinoa Skinny Crackers. While not the first to introduce quinoa into its products, Enerjive is one of the first to use it in cracker form. The crackers are designed to appeal to those seeking gluten-free snack options that are…
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Stater Bros. Reports Higher Customer Count, Lower Q1 Net Income
Stater Bros. released a report that shows more customer figures and higher sales but a lower first quarter net income in 2013. Based in San Bernardino, California, the retailer said that this first quarter net income results were lower mainly because of its low price commitment to its shoppers. The first quarter for the company…
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Former Raley’s Employee Pleads Guilty to Fraud Charges
A former Raley’s advertising director pleaded guilty on charges leveled against him of defrauding the company. The former Raley’s worker is accused of defrauding the chain of supermarkets for over $2.5 million. The ex-advertising director of the chain, 46-year old David John Magana, worked for the supermarket chain until September 2010. He is charged with…
