The Kroger Co., headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, will provide a one-time payment of $100 to all associates who receive the full manufacturer-recommended doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. In addition to the new vaccine payment, the company also announced an additional $50 million investment to thank and reward associates across its 35-state footprint, including a $100 store […]
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COVID-19 NEWS
This is an unprecedented time in our history. As the COVID-19 crisis unfolds, we at The Shelby Report are committed to keeping you informed of the latest news and developments in the food manufacturing, distribution and retail channels, which are so vital to the survival of communities across our country and across the world. Read about recent developments here; we will continue to share stories as the fight against this global pandemic continues.
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Hy-Vee To Receive More COVID-19 Vaccines Through Federal Program
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) released its Federal Retail Pharmacy Program for COVID-19 Vaccination partners, and Hy-Vee has been named a national partner in both Iowa and South Dakota. The Federal Retail Pharmacy Program is a collaboration between the federal government and 21 national pharmacy partners as well as independent pharmacy networks to increase […]
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Market Profile: Alabama Grocers Association Adjusted And Aided Awareness
Like the supermarket industry, group ‘continues to reinvent itself’ by Mary Margaret Stewart, staff writer During the first three months of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Alabama Grocers Association sent more than 100 emails and made 80 Facebook/Twitter posts related to COVID-19, said President Ellie Taylor. The association even created a new media campaign called Shop […]
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Market Profile: Gateway Foods Feels Shoppers’ Frustration, But ‘It’s Going To Get Better’
‘Strange cloud hanging over the grocery business’ by Mary Margaret Stewart, staff writer Gateway Foods was founded in 1978 in Double Springs, Alabama. Some seven years later, Harold Garrett, current president and general manager, joined the company. “I grew up in Double Springs and actually worked for the competition. I started in the grocery business in […]
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97 Georgia Publix Pharmacies To Offer COVID‑19 Vaccine
Publix and the state of Georgia are working together once again to distribute the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to select Publix Pharmacy locations. During this distribution, vaccinations will be provided to eligible individuals at 97 Publix pharmacies, by appointment only and while supplies last. The state continues to select the locations to administer the vaccine, so […]
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Hy-Vee CEO Randy Edeker Receives 2021 Legislative Champion Award
Hy-Vee Chairman, CEO and President Randy Edeker has been presented with the 2021 Legislative Champion Award by the Iowa Pharmacy Association (IPA) Board of Trustees and Legislative Advisory Committee. Edeker was recognized for his role on Iowa’s Economic Recovery Advisory Board Public Health and Healthcare Workgroup that was formed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, […]
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SpartanNash Pharmacies Prepare To Administer Free COVID-19 Vaccine
SpartanNash has partnered with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, along with state programs in all states the company operates in, to offer the COVID-19 vaccine in accordance with the nationwide rollout plan. This action is part of its continued efforts to ensure the well-being and safety of its family of associates, customers […]
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More COVID-19 Vaccines Available At Florida Publix Pharmacies
Publix continues to work with the state of Florida to administer doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at select Publix pharmacies. Locations in Indian River and St. Lucie counties are being added to the list of Publix pharmacies administering the vaccination, bringing the total number to 261 in 20 Florida counties. “Our collaboration with Gov. […]
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Select Massachusetts Stop & Shop Stores Administering Moderna Vaccine
Select Stop & Shop pharmacy locations in Massachusetts have begun to administer the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. Per the state’s distribution plan, current eligible individuals must live, work or attend school in Massachusetts and includes healthcare workers as well as non-hospital-based healthcare personnel and residents of other long-term care settings covered under the rollout of Phase […]
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More GA Publix Pharmacies To Receive COVID-19 Vaccine
The state of Georgia has selected 139 Publix pharmacies to receive doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. While the total number of Georgia pharmacy locations is growing, not all of the previously announced 108 pharmacies will receive additional vaccines at this time. However, those pharmacies might receive more vaccines in the future. “We’re grateful to […]
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When Vaccines Roll Out In U.S., Walmart Stands Ready To Serve
Over the past year, Walmart says its associates have risen to the challenge of serving customers in new ways. Today, at the dawn of the most significant vaccine rollout of our lifetimes, Walmart again stands ready to serve, according to Dr. Cheryl Pegus, EVP of health and wellness. “As we look to a future when […]
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Aldi To Support All Employees Who Choose To Take COVID-19 Vaccine
Batavia, Illinois-based grocery retailer Aldi is removing obstacles for its workers to access the COVID-19 vaccine, if they so choose. The company is working closely with state and local officials across the U.S. to ensure front-line workers remain prioritized, and Aldi has unveiled its plan to support employees. Aldi is ensuring that all hourly workers who wish […]
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COVID-19 Vaccines Available At Kroger Pharmacies In Georgia
On Jan. 15, Kroger’s Atlanta division announced that every Kroger pharmacy in Georgia has the COVID-19 vaccine available. The vaccine is in limited supply and currently offered to healthcare workers; first responders: individuals ages 65 and older and their caregivers; and residents and staff of long-term care facilities. Vaccinations at Kroger pharmacies are by appointment […]
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Meijer Pharmacies To Administer COVID-19 Vaccines
Meijer has been chosen by the state of Michigan as an initial pharmacy partner to help administer COVID-19 vaccines. Meijer has 120 pharmacies throughout the state and more than 250 pharmacies throughout its six-state footprint. The retailer is also announcing a text-based registration process for those who want to register to receive the vaccine. “Our stores and […]
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Dunnhumby: COVID-19 Propels Amazon To Top U.S. Grocery Retailer
Dunnhumby has released the fourth annual Dunnhumby Retailer Preference Index (RPI), a nationwide study that examines the approximately $1 trillion U.S. grocery market. In a year dominated by COVID-19, Amazon eclipsed last year’s winner, H-E-B, and runner-up, Trader Joe’s, to take the top spot. Due to strong COVID-driven momentum, Target broke into the first quartile of […]
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Brookshire Brothers, Local Agencies Collaborate On COVID Vaccinations
In a collaborative effort, Lufkin, Texas-based Brookshire Brothers partnered with numerous local agencies in Angelina and Nacogdoches counties recently to quickly and efficiently vaccinate a large number of residents against COVID-19. More than 1,000 people received their first dose of the highly anticipated vaccine during two separate clinics set up in Lufkin and Nacogdoches. “It […]
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Select Shoprite Pharmacies Distributing COVID Vaccines In New Jersey
ShopRite said that 39 select pharmacies in New Jersey are set to administer COVID-19 vaccines to healthcare workers as part of its partnership with the state of New Jersey, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). ShopRite pharmacies are following the federal government’s distribution […]
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Publix, Florida Department Of Health To Provide COVID-19 Vaccination
At a recent press conference, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a collaboration between Publix and the Florida Department of Health to distribute approximately 15,000 doses of the Moderna COVID‑19 vaccine to customers ages 65 and older. The vaccination will initially be available at 22 stores in Citrus, Hernando and Marion counties. “It’s our privilege to […]
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Giant Food Donates $2 Million In Essential Supplies
Giant Food, a greater Washington, D.C., regional grocery chain, has donated $2 million dollars’ worth of essential supplies like toilet paper and hand sanitizer to 11 local nonprofit organizations: Capital Area Food Bank, Maryland Food Bank, Food Bank of Delaware, Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank, USO-Metro, Donate Delaware, US Dream Academy, […]
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Kroger Partners Present $75,000 To Atlanta Community Food Bank
Kroger partners have presented a total of $75,000 to the Atlanta Community Food Bank. The funds for the donations were raised through sales promotions with a percentage donated to local charities. The donation was made at a check presentation ceremony earlier this week. “Hunger in the United States has grown significantly this year – now […]