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Amazon.com’s Top 20 Most Well-Read Cities across the U.S.

Seattle tops the list for the second year in a row; bookworms abound in California and Texas cities SEATTLE, 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — (NASDAQ:AMZN)— Today, Amazon.com revealed their annual list of the Top 20 Most Well-Read Cities across the U.S., just in time for summer reading season. The ranking is determined by a compilation of…
May 24, 20160Comments

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Sears Holdings expects to release its FY2016 Q1 financial results on Thursday, May 26, 2016

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sears Holdings (NASDAQ: SHLD) announced today that it expects to release its financial results for the Company's fiscal 2016 first quarter before the market opens on Thursday, May 26, 2016 , and simultaneously post a pre-recorded conference call and audio webcast on its corporate website. It will…
May 24, 20160Comments

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Fashion Marketing Retail Retailer

LVMH Group’s “Les Journées Particulières” third edition had more than 145,000 visitors

PARIS, 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — The third edition of the LVMH Group’s “Les Journées Particulières” enjoyed an unprecedented number of guests when more than 145,000 visitors attended the unveiling of the savoir-faire and heritage of the group’s Maisons. The event permitted even greater numbers of the public than three years ago to go behind…
May 24, 20160Comments

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Lowe’s Companies, Inc. to live webcast its 2016 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 27, 2016

MOORESVILLE, N.C., 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) invites you to listen to a live webcast of its 2016 Annual Meeting of Shareholders at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, May 27, 2016 . What:              Lowe’s Annual Meeting of Shareholders When:             10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, May 27, 2016 Where:             Visit Lowe’s…
May 24, 20160Comments

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Business Home & Garden Home Decor Management Retail Retailer

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. closes RONA inc. acquisition in a C$3.2 billion transaction

 Together, Lowe’s Canada and RONA Have 539 Store Locations, Pro Forma Canadian Revenues of C$6 Billion Companies are Well-Positioned for Growth in Canada’s Over C$45 Billion Home Improvement Market MOORESVILLE , N.C. and BOUCHERVILLE, Quebec , 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) ("Lowe’s" or the "Company") today…
May 24, 20160Comments

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The Michaels Companies, Inc. to host Q1-2016 results conference call on Tuesday, June 7, 2016

IRVING, Texas, 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Michaels Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ:MIK) today announced that it will report first quarter results on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, before the opening of financial markets. In connection with the announcement, the Company will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. CT on Tuesday, June 7, 2016. Investors can join…
May 24, 20160Comments

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Sonic Corp. to present at William Blair 36th Annual Growth Stock Conference and at the Piper Jaffray 36th Annual Consumer Conference

OKLAHOMA CITY, 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ:SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today announced that the company will be presenting at the following conferences: On Tuesday, June 14, the Company will present at the William Blair 36th Annual Growth Stock Conference at the Four Seasons in Chicago, IL.The presentation will begin…
May 24, 20160Comments

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Healthcare Retail Retailer

CVS Pharmacy will launch digital receipts for all members of its ExtraCare Rewards program

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Pharmacy today announced the company will launch digital receipts as a new option for all members of its ExtraCare Rewards program. The new option for digital receipts will roll out in early June and eventually be available in 7,900 retail locations. Customers will have the opportunity to…
May 24, 20160Comments

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NRF recognized more than 300 members of Congress for their support of retail industry

WASHINGTON, 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The National Retail Federation today recognized more than 300 members of Congress for their support of retail industry priorities including international trade, infrastructure investment, tax reform and labor issues. The “Hero of Main Street” award is being presented as part of NRF’s annual Retail Advocates Summit fly-in, which…
May 24, 20160Comments

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Sidney, Ohio based Freshway Foods acquired by US Foods

Rosemont, Ill., 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — US Foods today announced it has agreed to acquire Freshway Foods, a fresh fruit and vegetable processor, repacker and distributor serving customers throughout the eastern half of the United States Established in 1988, Freshway Foods is owned by brothers Phil and Frank Gilardi and is based in Sidney, Ohio.…
May 24, 20160Comments

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Wegmans Food Markets recalls 32,000 lbs. of various bulk products and 7,700 units of prepackaged products that contain sunflower seeds/kernels

ROCHESTER, NY, 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is recalling approximately 32,000 lbs. of various bulk products and 7,700 units of prepackaged products that contain sunflower seeds/kernels and are sold in the Bulk Foods department at Wegmans stores in New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Virginia, Maryland, and Massachusetts between March 11 and…
May 24, 20160Comments

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Grocery Retail Retailer

Meijer opens new 192,000-square-foot supercenters in Evansville, Ind. and Owensboro, Ky.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich, 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer opened new 192,000-square-foot supercenters today in Evansville, Ind. and Owensboro, Ky., bringing tri-state area shoppers better access to low prices on high-quality merchandise, fresh produce delivered daily, and a full-service pharmacy that makes family health care a priority. “Investing in Evansville and Owensboro was an easy decision…
May 24, 20160Comments

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LPGA Tour Professional Gerina Piller to play in the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Who: Gerina Piller, LPGA Tour professional, Lindsey McPherson, sponsor exemption What: Tournament officials announced today LPGA Tour Professional Gerina Piller has committed to play in the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give. During the 2015 Meijer LPGA Classic, Gerina Piller made her way up the leaderboard Sunday shooting a final-round…
May 24, 20160Comments

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List of celebrities to play in the Meijer LPGA Celebrity Pro-Am

Top celebrities to play at Egypt Valley Country Club during LPGA week GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tournament officials announced today the list of celebrities playing in the Meijer LPGA Celebrity Pro-Am. More than 35 celebrity guests and LPGA Tour professionals will join the action-packed week during the Meijer LPGA Classic forSimply…
May 24, 20160Comments

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Business Financial Management Retail Retailer

SUPERVALU INC. amended its existing $1.5 billion senior secured term loan agreement

MINNEAPOLIS, 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — SUPERVALU INC. (NYSE:SVU) today announced it has successfully completed the amendment of its existing $1.5 billion senior secured term loan agreement. On July 28, 2015, the Company announced that it is exploring a potential separation of its Save-A-Lot segment, and that as part of that process it had begun…
May 24, 20160Comments

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Whole Foods Market unveils its Top 10 Summer Wines for the National Wine Day

Summer sips picked by company wine experts, all less than $20 a bottle AUSTIN, Texas, 2016-May-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — National Wine Day is May 25, and Whole Foods Market is celebrating by unveiling its ‘Top 10 Summer Wines,’ all priced less than $20 per bottle and curated by experts. Whole Foods Market’s global wine…
May 24, 20160Comments

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Whole Foods Market opens new 30,300 square foot store in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood

New Store Marks First Location in Chicago’s Hyde Park Neighborhood  AUSTIN, Texas, 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market, the world’s leading natural and organic foods grocer, opens its new 30,300 square foot store located at 5118 S. Lake Park Ave. in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood, Wednesday, June 22, 2016. The much-anticipated store will…
May 23, 20160Comments

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Whole Foods Market opens its ninth Northern Virginia location in Pentagon City

Store brings wealth of new shopping and dining options to Pentagon City residents ROCKVILLE, Md., 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market, America’s healthiest grocery store™, will open its ninth Northern Virginia location on Wednesday, June 29, in Pentagon City. The 36,800-square-foot store is located at the corner of 12th Street South and…
May 23, 20160Comments

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Whole Foods Market opens its third store in St. Louis at 4577 West Pine Blvd

New Location Includes Taqueria, Coffee Bar and Cozy Craft Beer Bar St. Louis, 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market® (Nasdaq: WFM), the world’s leading natural and organic grocer, opens its third store in St. Louis, Wednesday, May 25, 2016. The new 28,480 square-foot store, located at 4577 West Pine Blvd, will celebrate the…
May 23, 20160Comments

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Biagi sets up their carts outside of Whole Foods Market’s Tribeca and Upper East Side locations

Popular Brazilian gelato shop to also launch three prepackaged pints flavors New York, NY, 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Summer is almost here and Whole Foods Market has the perfect treat for shoppers visiting select New York City stores. Biagi, the Brazilian Gelato shop in Nolita, is setting up their celebrated carts outside of the retailer’s…
May 23, 20160Comments

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Wincor Nixdorf news shipped its 100,000th ProCash 280 globally

Wincor Nixdorf has reached a major milestone in its quest to deliver one of the most robust self-service machines in the industry – it has shipped its 100,000th ProCash 280 globally. The recipient of the recently rolled out 100,000th ProCash 280 is one of the leading banks in Thailand. Paderborn, Germany, 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/…
May 23, 20160Comments

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Timpson to take over the running of Morrisons dry cleaning operations at 116 stores

Morrisons is to partner with Timpson to extend the number of popular and useful services available at its stores. Bradford, England, 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Under the agreement Timpson will take over the running of Morrisons dry cleaning operations at 116 stores and will expand the offer to include key cutting, shoe and watch repairs…
May 23, 20160Comments

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Grant winners of Chick-fil-A® Foundation’s 2016 True Inspiration Awards

More than $1 million gifted; Nominations underway to honor eligible organizations in 2017 ATLANTA, 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Chick-fil-A® Foundation recognized the grant winners of the 2016 True Inspiration Awards with a celebratory event in Atlanta on Friday, May 20. The 22 deserving not-for-profits, which represent 17 states across the country, are receiving…
May 23, 20160Comments

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Tim Tassopoulos appointed president and COO of Chick-fil-A, Inc.

ATLANTA, Ga., 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Chick-fil-A, Inc. Board of Directors has elected Tim Tassopoulos president and chief operating officer of the privately-held company. The appointment is effective immediately. Tassopoulos, 56, most recently served as executive vice president of Operations, but began his career with Chick-fil-A as an hourly, restaurant team member. He is…
May 23, 20160Comments

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Management Marketing Pet Products Retail Retailer

24,000 pets adopted during PetSmart’s signature National Adoption Weekend last week

PHOENIX, 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — More than 24,000 pets found their forever homes last week during PetSmart's signature National Adoption Weekend event held at more than 1,400 PetSmart stores across North America – setting another PetSmart adoption record and continuing its trend of adopting more pets at its 2016 nation-wide events than it has…
May 23, 20160Comments

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Healthcare Mobile Pet Products Retail Retail Solutions Retailer Technology

PetSmart: new app askPETMD available for immediate critical situations

Users Can Search Well-Organized Rich Content, Get Vet-Qualified Answers within 24 hours, Contact a Nearby Vet With the Swipe of a Finger and Create a Pet Profile PHOENIX, 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — “First-aid for dog cuts and bruises.” You’re out on a hike with your furry best friend. He trots off the trail to investigate and…
May 23, 20160Comments

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Jeffrey C. Smith appointed Chair of Advance Auto Parts, Inc.’s Board of Directors

Announces Results of Annual Meeting of Stockholders ROANOKE, Va, 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (NYSE: AAP), a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America, serving both professional installer and do-it-yourself customers, today announced that current independent director, Jeffrey C. Smith, has been appointed Chair of the Company’s Board of Directors, effective…
May 23, 20160Comments

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Starbucks now with 100 stores in Argentina, its sixth market in Latin America

SEATTLE, 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Silvia Gonzalez was store manager at the Alto Palermo store in Buenos Aires when Starbucks opened the doors to its first store in Argentina in May 2008, its sixth market in Latin America. The opening with joint-venture partner Alsea marked a key moment in Starbucks expansion in the region,…
May 23, 20160Comments

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Business Grocery Management Retail Retailer

Gordy’s Market announces the opening of its 26th grocery store in Hayward, WI

CHIPPEWA FALLS, WISC, 2016-May-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gordy’s Market is pleased to announce they have opened their 26th grocery store in Hayward, WI. Gordy’s reached an agreement with the Northern Lakes Cooperative to purchase the Cabin Stop Building in Hayward, WI on March 31, 2016. The Hayward Family Restaurant, Beauty Nook, and Coop Pharmacy remained unchanged…
May 23, 20160Comments

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