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King Soopers president announces retirement
CINCINNATI - Kroger on Wednesday announced that Russ Dispense, president of the company's King Soopers division, plans to retire on July 1, after 51 years with the company.

His successor will be announced at a later date, Kroger stated.
ALDI to debut a range of personal care products for baby
BATAVIA, Ill. -- Discount grocer ALDI plans to introduce its first full line of baby products, Little Journey, in August.

From newborn diapers to training pants, cleansing wipes to gentle baby wash, formula to organic pouches, Little Journey will feature nearly 50 quality, affordably priced everyday essentials parents and little ones need.

Harris Teeter to open Sterling, Va. location with in-store health services

MATTHEWS, N.C. — Harris Teeter on Thursday announced a planned grand opening for its newest location. The new store, located in Sterling Va., will be opened with an event on June 15 at 8 a.m. that will feature a ribbon cutting ceremony and in-store sampling.

The 52,000-sq. ft. store will be open 24/7 and feature a drive-thru pharmacy, as well as free blood pressure testing, private professional consultations and drug interaction and allergy screenings.
Meijer opens superstore in Sturgis, Mich.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Meijer on Thursday opened a new 192,000-square-foot supercenter in Sturgis, Mich.

"Opening this store has been a long time coming, and we're thrilled the day is finally here," CEO Hank Meijer said. "Sturgis has never had a one-stop shopping destination like Meijer, so we're proud to be the retailer to fill that void."
Kroger brings curbside pickup to Houston market

HOUSTON -- The Kroger Houston division on Thursday invited area customers to try ClickList, an online grocery ordering service, at select stores in the area. As an introductory offer, Kroger will waive the $4.95 service charge for a customer's first three orders.

ClickList, which is exclusive to Kroger, allows customers to shop online and pick up their order curbside at one of 22 the participating store locations expected to operate the new service by the beginning of fall 2016.
Navy veteran assumes chief medical officer role at Little Clinic

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Little Clinic last week named Marc Watkins chief medical officer. Watkins formerly served as VP and medical director for the company.

In his new role, Watkins will oversee the hundreds of board-certified nurse practitioners and physician assistants who staff the company’s nearly 200 locations, as well as provide strategic guidance on the continued growth of The Little Clinic within the retail healthcare sector.
Sales down as focus shifts to weight management

It’s been a little more than a year since GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare announced the return of Alli (orlistat 60 mg capsules) to most stores in the United States and Puerto Rico. Today, the over-the-counter diet aid has reclaimed much of its lost dollar base and its No. 2 spot on the list of best-selling diet aids across total U.S. multi-outlets with $30.8 million in sales for the 52 weeks ended April 17.
Rite Aid improves distribution in Southeast with new DC

CAMP HILL, Pa. — Rite Aid announced Wednesday the grand opening of its new distribution center in Spartanburg, S.C., located at 789 Flatwood Industrial Drive.
CVS Health named to CIO 100

WOONSOCKET, R.I. – CVS Health on Wednesday announced the receipt of two distinguished awards by CIO for excellence and leadership in information technology.

The company was recognized as one of the CIO 100 Award winners for its implementation of an integrated digital pharmacy application. The 29th annual award program recognized CVS Health for integrating three CVS pharmacy platforms where consumers can manage all their prescriptions from a single, self-service digital experience.
Kroger partners with Detroit health system on better eating program

DETROIT - Henry Ford Health System, a six-hospital system headquartered here, and Kroger on Wednesday announced a new partnership designed to answer common dietary health questions and help consumers eat and shop healthier.

Henry Ford LiveWell Wednesdays debuts June 1 at all 126 Kroger stores throughout Michigan. Every Wednesday, Henry Ford will provide Kroger shoppers with a healthy recipe developed by registered dietitian nutritionists. Shoppers will receive a brochure including a list of all ingredients needed for the recipe and a link to a video cooking demonstration.