Kroger to Give Away 45,000 Free Pints of Ice Cream for Summer Solstice Celebration
Kroger is celebrating the summer solstice by giving away 45,000 free pints of their own brand of ice cream on June 20. Flavors include chocolate chip cookie dough, rainbow sherbet, and more. Customers can claim a coupon online to redeem their free pint at select Kroger stores. Check for participating locations near you to enjoy this sweet deal!
Kroger Celebrates Memorial Day with $4 Backyard Grilling Bundle
Celebrate Memorial Day with Kroger’s special Backyard Grilling Bundle for just $4 per person. Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen expresses gratitude for military personnel’s sacrifices. Kroger supports veterans by hiring over 50,000 and donating to USO. Bundle includes essentials like ground beef, cheese, buns, condiments, sides, and dessert. Enjoy locked-in-low prices on hot dogs, ribs, dinnerware, and more for a memorable summer grilling season.
Kroger Supermarket in La Porte Abruptly Closes, Leaving Customers Confused
The Kroger supermarket in La Porte closed abruptly, leaving customers bewildered. Sue Kreamer, a customer from La Porte, was caught off guard when the store announced its closure in 15 minutes. The doors shut at 12:30 p.m., leaving customers confused and turned away. The store cited ‘unforeseen circumstances’ and will remain closed for the rest of the day.
FTC Files Lawsuit to Block Largest-Ever Supermarket Merger in the US
The FTC has filed a major antitrust lawsuit to block the $24.6 billion merger of Albertsons by Kroger, citing concerns about potential price hikes and negative impacts on consumer choice and product quality. The lawsuit alleges that the merger could lead to higher prices, reduced product variety and quality, and harm to store workers. Despite Kroger’s argument that blocking the merger could result in increased prices, the FTC and several attorneys general are challenging the deal, with significant implications for consumers and workers.
2024: Major Headlines in the Food Industry
Welcome to 2024, where the food industry is already making waves with major headlines. As we dive into the new year, there’s a lot to look forward to in the world of food and agriculture. From unionized grocery store workers…