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Retail pharmacy focuses support on Gulf Coast region
HOUSTON — One week following Hurricane Harvey, the Gulf region where that powerful storm made landfall is beginning to put the pieces back together. For example, Walmart, among other retailers have reported the reopening of all stores with the exception of a handful of locations impacted by flooding.
All but one Houston-area RediClinics have reopened following Harvey's exit
HOUSTON — As of Saturday, RediClinic has reopened 21 of its 22 clinics in Houston and the surrounding area. The clinics are operating on a modified schedule from 9 a.m-6 p.m.

Ahold USA begins search for new Peapod president

CARLISLE, Pa. — Ahold USA on Friday announced the departure of Jennifer Carr-Smith as president of Peapod, effective Sept. 15. Carr-Smith has decided to resign from the company for another opportunity.

Walt Lentz, head of supply chain strategy & operations for Peapod, will oversee the operations of Peapod on an interim basis until a permanent replacement is named.
Kroger names new Michigan division president

CINCINNATI — Kroger on Tuesday announced the retirement of Michigan division president Jayne Homco, and the promotion of Scott Hays to succeed her. Hays currently serves as VP operations for the company's Fry's division.

Homco will retire from the company after 42 years of distinguished service, effective Sept. 30. Hays succeeds Homco as president of the Michigan division, effective Oct. 1.
Costco Wholesale U.S. comp sales up 7.4% in August

ISSAQUAH, Wash. — Costco Wholesale Wednesday evening reported net sales of $9.8 billion for the month of August, the four weeks ended Aug. 27, an increase of 10% as compared to the similar period last year.

Comparable sales in the U.S. market were up 7.4% for the four-week period.

In addition, comparable e-commerce sales across all global markets for the four-week retail period were up 26%.
Turnaround efforts continue to generate 'positive momentum,' Fred's says

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Fred’s on Friday posted a sales decline of 4.2% to $153 million for the four-week fiscal month ended Aug. 26. The decrease in total sales is related primarily to the closure of 39 underperforming stores in the first quarter, the company reported.
Dollar General posts net sales gain in Q2 of 8.1%

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. — Dollar General on Friday posted a net sales increase of 8.1% to $5.8 billion for its fiscal 2017 second quarter (13 weeks) ended Aug. 4, 2017.
Harris Teeter supports United Way through donation card campaign

MATTHEWS, N.C. — Harris Teeter on Wednesday launched a donation card campaign to support United Way. From Aug. 30, 2017 through Sept. 29, 2017, Harris Teeter customers will be invited to make a $1, $3 or $5 donation to United Way at checkout.

In 2016, Harris Teeter raised more than $458,000 for local United Way chapters as part of this campaign.
Retail pharmacy community continues immense show of support in wake of Harvey

ARLINGTON, Va. — In response to Hurricane Harvey (now Tropical Storm Harvey), which has brought devastating flooding to southeastern Texas, chain and associate member companies of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores have mobilized in collaboration with public health partners and emergency preparedness authorities to meet the ongoing needs of people in Texas affected by the storm.

Retail pharmacy operators have responded to the emergency with everything from donations and supplies to generators and mobile food trucks.
Rite Aid Foundation launches KidCents Safe Medication Disposal Program

CAMP HILL, Pa. — The Rite Aid Foundation announced Wednesday the rollout of its KidCents Safe Medication Disposal Program, a new program focused on reducing drug accessibility, medication misuse and accidental poisoning among children and adolescents.