Walmart says it will provide another special cash bonus for all U.S. hourly associates to recognize them for their contributions to communities across the country during the coronavirus pandemic. This includes hourly associates in stores, clubs, supply chain and offices, drivers and assistant managers in stores and clubs. The bonus will be $300 for full-time […]
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Oettle Joins Revionics As Principal Product And Program Manager
Austin, Texas-based Revionics, a provider of retail pricing, promotions, markdowns and advanced analytics solutions, has hired Joshua Oettle as principal product and program manager. As a product leader with a proven track record of shaping and driving strategic initiatives for technology companies, Oettle joins the company with more than 15 years of experience in product […]
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Dean Foods Completes Sale Of Miami Facility For $16.5M
Dallas-based Dean Foods said it has completed the previously announced sale of its facility in Miami, Florida to Mana Saves McArthur LLC for $16.5 million. As a result, Dean Foods has completed all of its previously announced sales. In the coming weeks, Dean Foods intends to file a chapter 11 plan that will govern, among […]
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Sprouts Farmers Market Hiring 110 For Stapleton, CO, Store
Sprouts Farmers Market says it soon will finish construction on its new store in Stapleton, Colorado. The 30,000-s.f. store at 3555 North Central Park Boulevard will open on Wednesday, July 15, at 7 a.m. Details about the grand opening celebration will be announced at a later date. The healthy grocer’s new location is bringing approximately […]
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BGC To Extend Daily Discount For Seniors, Emergency Service Providers
Tyler, Texas-based Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) is extending its discount programs for senior citizens and critical and emergency service providers through June 2, in all four banners it operates—Brookshire’s, Super 1 Foods, Spring Market and Fresh by Brookshire’s. “BGC is committed to making a difference in the communities we serve,” said Brad Brookshire, chairman and […]
Posted inBeverage News, Southwest
Left Hand Brewing Debuts Nitro Seasonal Beer
Longmont, Colorado-based Left Hand Brewing Company, industry pioneers in Nitro beer styles and technology, is debuting a new Nitro seasonal, Gettin’ Tiki With It. The Piña Colada Wheat Ale is 7.5 percent ABV. “Our brewing team continues to push the boundaries of Nitro beer with cocktail-inspired recipes,” said Jill Preston, Left Hand’s director of marketing. […]
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CoBank: Meat Plant Closures Tighten Supplies, Increase Prices
The reduction of meat processing capacity caused by U.S. plant closures and slowdowns has created a massive bottleneck in the nation’s meat and livestock supply chain. Nearly two dozen plants that process beef and pork products closed in April due to the COVID-19 outbreak, while many others have had to slow their production as a […]
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Walmart Hires 200,000, Pays $180M In Early Associate Bonuses
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, grocery store associates continue to be on the front lines. As a result of their dedication, many companies are rewarding them with pay increases, bonuses and other benefits. Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart is among those companies. Walmart Chief People Officer Donna Morris recently made the following announcement: “We’ve seen firsthand our […]