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Kroger listed to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index-North America for the fourth consecutive year

CINCINNATI, 2016-Sep-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today (Sept. 13, 2016) announced it was named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index-North America (DJSI) for the fourth consecutive year. The DJSI evaluates the top 20% of the 600 largest American and Canadian companies in the S&P Global Broad Market Index that lead the…
September 15, 20160Comments

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Kroger teams up with Great American Milk Drive to encourage customers to donate milk to families in need

CINCINNATI, 2016-Sep-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — September is Hunger Action MonthTM, the Feeding America® nationwide initiative that asks Americans to take action and fight hunger in their community. For the third year in a row, The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) is teaming up with The Great American Milk Drive to make it easy for shoppers to donate…
September 13, 20160Comments

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Kroger hosts Savor World Flavor: Taste of Italy event

CINCINNATI, 2016-Sep-14 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Inspired by the culinary traditions and regional recipes of Italy, The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) family of stores is making it possible for customers to experience locally-sourced ingredients and authentic fare, during a two-week event, Savor World Flavor: Taste of Italy. Starting September 14, customers can "eat like an Italian"…
September 13, 20160Comments

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Kroger introduces more affordable Cage-Free Eggs

CINCINNATI, 2016-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today (9/6/2016) announced a new, more affordable corporate brand line of cage-free eggs. "Kroger-brand Cage-Free Eggs are now available in our family of stores nationwide," said Gil Phipps, Kroger's vice president of corporate brands. "More customers are looking for an affordable cage-free egg option. Our…
September 7, 20160Comments

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Kroger releases new video ‘Journey of the Roses’ to mark its 29th year of providing Kentucky Derby’s annual Garland of Roses

CINCINNATI, 2016-Sep-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — In celebration of The Kroger Co.’s (NYSE: KR) 29-year history of providing the Kentucky Derby’s annual Garland of Roses, the company released a new video that showcases the ‘Journey of the Roses’ – from a Rainforest Alliance-certified grower in Bogota, Columbia to the Winner’s Circle at Churchill Downs– and…
September 5, 20160Comments

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The Kroger Co. to host Q2 conference call on Friday, September 9, 2016

CINCINNATI, 2016-Aug-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) will host a conference call with investors on Friday, September 9, 2016 at 10 a.m. (ET) to discuss financial results for the second quarter 2016. The presentation will be broadcast online at ir.kroger.com. Click on "Quarterly Results" to access the event. An on-demand replay of…
August 27, 20160Comments

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Kroger announces new health and wellness campaign with The Little Clinic and Feeding America®

CINCINNATI, 2016-Aug-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced a new health and wellness campaign in partnership with The Little Clinic and Feeding America®, the nation's largest domestic hunger relief organization. From August 15, 2016 through April 1, 2017 Kroger will donate one meal through the Feeding America network of food…
August 16, 20160Comments

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Kroger to hold open interviews in its stores nationwide on Tuesday, August 9

CINCINNATI, 2016-Aug-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that it will hold open interviews in its stores nationwide on Tuesday, August 9. To make applying online even easier, Kroger launched "mobile apply" which allows job-seekers to submit applications through their smartphones or tablet devices. Interested candidates may apply at jobs.kroger.com and…
August 3, 20160Comments

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Kroger: Axium Pharmacy Holdings, Inc. to acquire the outstanding shares of Modern HC Holdings, Inc.

CINCINNATI and ORLANDO, Fla., 2016-Jul-21 — /EPR Retail News/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced an agreement for Axium Pharmacy Holdings, Inc. ("Axium") to acquire the outstanding shares of Modern HC Holdings, Inc. ("ModernHEALTH"), a leading specialty pharmacy, to create a combined specialty pharmacy that will operate as a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Kroger…
July 21, 20160Comments

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Kroger: Marlene Stewart to succeed Bill Breetz as Houston division President

CINCINNATI, 2016-Jul-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the retirement of Houston division President Bill Breetz, and the promotion of Marlene Stewart to succeed him. Ms. Stewart currently serves as president of the company's Dillons division. Colleen Juergensen will succeed Ms. Stewart as president of Dillons. Ms. Juergensen currently serves…
July 20, 20160Comments

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Kroger CEO Bob Mariano to retire effective September 1

CINCINNATI, 2016-Jul-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the retirement of Roundy's CEO Bob Mariano, effective September 1, after which he will serve as Strategic Adviser to Kroger and Roundy's for two years. Don Rosanova, president of Mariano's, and Michael Marx, president of Roundy's Supermarkets Wisconsin, will continue to serve in…
July 14, 20160Comments

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Kroger recalls Deluxe S’mores Ice Cream due to undeclared peanuts

CINCINNATI, 2016-Jul-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) has recalled Kroger Deluxe S'mores Ice Cream (48 oz, tub) sold in its retail stores because the product may contain peanuts not listed on the label.  Kroger initiated the recall when a supplier, Grain Craft, indicated a raw ingredient may have become contaminated with…
July 11, 20160Comments

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Kroger associates working at 93 stores in its Nashville division ratified new labor agreement with Local 1995

NASHVILLE, Tenn., 2016-Jul-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that associates working at 93 stores in the company's Nashville division have ratified a new labor agreement with Local 1995. The agreement covers 12,000 associates working in Middle and East Tennessee, North Alabama and South Kentucky. "We are pleased to reach an agreement that…
July 10, 20160Comments

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Kroger expands sustainability commitments to increase responsible sourcing and improve eco-stewardship by 2020

CINCINNATI, 2016-Jul-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced new and expanded sustainability commitments to increase responsible sourcing and improve eco-stewardship by 2020. Kroger's full list of 2020 sustainability goals is available online at http://sustainability.kroger.com/2020-goals.html, which includes: Expanding their 100% sustainable seafood commitment, Achieving the EPA's "zero waste" threshold of 90%…
July 8, 20160Comments

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Kroger supports America’s Military Service Members with the release of thank you video as part of its summer-long Honoring Our Heroes campaign

CINCINNATI, 2016-Jul-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — To show support for our heroes – service members, their families and veterans – The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) family of stores today released a thank you video as part of its summer-long Honoring Our Heroes campaign, which continues in stores through July 19th. Customers can show their support and…
July 3, 20160Comments

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Kroger announces management changes in Ralphs

CINCINNATI, 2016-Jun-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the retirement of Ralphs division President Donna Giordano, and the promotion of Valerie Jabbar to succeed her. Ms. Jabbar currently serves as vice president of merchandising for Ralphs. Donna Giordano will retire from the company after 44 years of service, effective July…
June 24, 20160Comments

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Kroger’s Mid-Atlantic division associates ratifies new labor agreement with Local 400

ROANOKE, Va., 2016-Jun-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that associates working at 41 stores in the company's Mid-Atlantic division have ratified a new labor agreement with Local 400. The agreement covers 5,100 associates in Virginia from Bristol east to Appomattox and from Martinsville north to Harrisonburg, and three stores in…
June 10, 20160Comments

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Kroger’s King Soopers division president Russ Dispense to retire

CINCINNATI, 2016-Jun-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Russ Dispense, president of the company's King Soopers division, plans to retire on July 1, after 51 years with the company. "Throughout his distinguished career, Russ has always been known for his passion for the community, King Soopers and for people. His…
June 3, 20160Comments

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Leading Toothbrush Protector Recommended by Dentists and Moms Doubles Distribution Expanding To 30,000 Stores Throughout the US LOS ANGELES, 2016-May-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Bonfit America, Inc., maker of products for living well, recently doubled distribution for its market leading Steripod® clip-on toothbrush protector, which is now available in 30,000 stores across the US,…
May 25, 20160Comments

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Kroger receives the Rainforest Alliance’s Supply Chain Partnership Award for its Home Sense tissue products

CINCINNATI, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) this week was honored to receive the Rainforest Alliance's Supply Chain Partnership Award for developing a responsible sourcing program for its Home Sense tissue products. "Kroger is proud to receive the Rainforest Alliance's first-ever supply chain partnership award," said Jessica Adelman, Kroger's group vice…
May 13, 20160Comments

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Kroger’s EVP and CFO Mike Schlotman to present at BMO Capital Markets Farm to Market Conference on May 19, 2016

CINCINNATI, 2016-May-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Mike Schlotman, Kroger's executive vice president and CFO, will address investors at the BMO Capital Markets Farm to Market Conference on Thursday, May 19, 2016 during the following times: 9:30 am ET      Q&A Session 10:50 am ET    Panel Discussion These presentations will…
May 13, 20160Comments

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Kroger’s EVP and CFO Mike Schlotman to present at the Goldman Sachs Global Staples Forum on May 10, 2016

CINCINNATI, 2016-May-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Mike Schlotman, Kroger's executive vice president and CFO, will address investors at the Goldman Sachs Global Staples Forum on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 1:25 p.m. (ET). This presentation will be broadcast online at ir.kroger.com.  Click on "Events, Presentations & Webcasts" to…
May 5, 20160Comments

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Kroger master floral designers honored to create Derby’s “Garland of Roses” for the 29th year

For the 29th year, Kroger will craft Derby's famous "Garland of Roses" LOUISVILLE, Ky., 2016-May-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — Continuing the tradition that began in 1987, with the 113th Kentucky Derby, Kroger master floral designers are again honored to create "The Garland of Roses". The event will take place on Friday, May 6th, at the…
May 3, 20160Comments

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Savor World Flavor: Taste of Spain at Kroger family of stores

Grocer to Expand its Imported HemisFares™ Brand as part of Savor World Flavor Event CINCINNATI, 2016-Apr-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) family of stores is taking customers on a gourmet journey to taste the exquisite flavors of Spain during an exciting two-week event, Savor World Flavor: Taste of Spain. A team of…
April 6, 20160Comments

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Kroger announces new presidents for Roundy’s Supermarkets and Mariano’s

CINCINNATI and MILWAUKEE, 2016-Mar-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the promotion of Michael Marx, currently vice president of people operations for Kroger, to serve as president of Roundy's Supermarkets, Wisconsin, effective April 1. The company also announced the promotion of Don Rosanova, currently executive vice president of operations for…
March 23, 20160Comments

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Kroger to present at BAML Consumer & Retail Technology Conference and Barclays Emerging Payments Forum

CINCINNATI, 2016-Mar-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Rodney McMullen, Kroger's chairman and CEO, and Mike Schlotman, Kroger's executive vice president and CFO, will address investors at the following conferences next week: Tuesday, March 15: 2:40 pm ET     BAML Consumer & Retail Technology Conference Q&A Wednesday, March 16: 11:20 am ET    BAML Consumer…
March 14, 20160Comments

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Kroger declares quarterly dividend of 10.5 cents per share to be paid on June 1, 2016

CINCINNATI, 2016-Mar-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co.'s (NYSE: KR) Board of Directors today declared a quarterly dividend of 10.5 cents per share to be paid on June 1, 2016, to shareholders of record on the close of business on May 13, 2016. Kroger has delivered double-digit compound growth in its dividend since it…
March 14, 20160Comments

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Kroger’s SVP for Retail Operations and Strategic Initiatives Marnette Perry to retire

CINCINNATI, 2016-Feb-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced that Senior Vice President for Retail Operations and Strategic Initiatives Marnette Perry plans to retire on April 29, after 44 years with the company. "Marnette's story is one we can all be proud of: she joined Kroger for a job as a part-time…
February 22, 20160Comments

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Kroger to host conference call with investors on Thursday, March 3, 2016

CINCINNATI, 2016-Feb-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) will host a conference call with investors on Thursday, March 3, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. (ET) to discuss financial results for the fourth quarter 2015. The presentation will be broadcast online at ir.kroger.com. Click on "Quarterly Results" to access the event. An on-demand replay…
February 22, 20160Comments

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