Peach recall expanding over possible salmonella contamination … A peach recall has expanded to include loose peaches and peach products after 78 people were sickened in 12 states by salmonella poisoning linked to the fruit, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday.
CVS and Target join other major retailers in requiring … CVS and Target will require customers to wear masks in their stores across the United States as the retail industry moves to enforce mask mandates to slow the spread of the coronavirus. “We’re joining others in taking the next step and requiring all customers to wear face coverings,” CVS tweeted Thursday. The policy goes into effect Monday. […]
Mid-South grocery stores struggle to keep food on … MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Mid-South grocery stores are struggling to keep food on the shelves because of the rush caused by the coronavirus outbreak. They’re now asking customers to stop panicking. Randy Stepherson grew up in the grocery business. His father owned them and now he and his siblings operate 9 Superlo stores in the Mid-South. […]
Some Mid-South residents seek coronavirus testing … Now that more people are getting back to work some businesses are requiring employees to get a COVID-19 test. Other employees like Mike Williams are volunteering to take it.
Binghampton once again a food desert after sole grocery … The only grocery store in Binghampton closed Tuesday, putting fresh food out of reach for many people in the neighborhood.
Costco quietly stops selling half-sheet cake across … Costco has eliminated the iconic half-sheet cakes that are the centerpiece of graduation and birthday parties.
Sanitizing supplies running low at Mid-South stores … Grocery and drug stores across the Mid-South are reportedly running out of cleaning supplies in the midst of a possible coronavirus outbreak.
Memphis man accused of raping woman inside her home A Memphis man was arrested after police say he forced his way inside a woman’s home at gunpoint and raped her.
Home Depot, Lowe’s join other retailers in mandating … Home Depot and Lowe’s joined other major retailers in announcing a mandatory mask policy. Lowe’s said in a press release that the new nationwide standard will require all customers to wear masks or face coverings inside U.S. stores starting July 20. Anyone who doesn’t have a mask will be given one while supplies last. “As […]
Kroger debuts a new logo and slogan The grocery chain said in press release Wednesday that the redesigned logo and new slogan, “Fresh for Everyone,” is “inclusive, clear and memorable.”
Walmart to cut hours to combat coronavirus DALLAS (NEXSTAR) — Walmart announced Saturday its retail stores and Neighborhood Markets will be open from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. until further notice. The retail giant says this will “help ensure associates are able to stock the products our customers are looking for and to perform cleaning and sanitizing.” Stores currently operating under more […]