P&G To Stop E-Coupons For Kroger Loyalty Cards

December 17, 2009 Dan Sewell, Associated Press

Procter & Gamble Co. is getting a digital divorce from Kroger Co., severing the online coupon program the two Cincinnati-based companies began two years ago.

Hy-Vee Names Randy Edeker As New President

Randy Edeker, 47, a 28-year Hy-Vee employee who most recently served as executive vice president, was appointed president.

Supermarkets Raise Nearly $70K For Susan G. Komen For The Cure

Guests of United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos United stores have made possible a donation by the company of almost $70,000 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure through their purchases during October.

Stater Bros. Holdings To Hold Earnings Conference Call On Dec. 18

Stater Bros. Holdings to hold year-ended Sept. 12, 2009 earnings conference call on Dec. 18.

FMI Report Shows Hispanics Buying More Private Brands

December 15, 2009 FMI

Many Hispanic shoppers are buying more private brand products, a trend expected to continue in the future based on research by the Food Marketing Institute.