Kroger

The locations are in 18 states and Washington, D.C., and also include distribution centers and a plant.

Continued growth in private label sales helped partially offset margin softness in Pharmacy.

The promotion will be held June 20 and include 45,000 pints of Kroger Brand frozen treats.

The three-day event scheduled for July in Cincinnati will look at how the grocery industry working with others can improve healthcare in local communities.

New products in the grocer's private label assortment include a variety of dry food flavors for dogs and cats.

To help shoppers celebrate the long holiday weekend, the grocer is offering specials on own brand products across the store.

The Lifetime Achievement honoree was a leader in driving private label growth at Kroger.

A recent report from the Washington Post tested a variety of items to see if those made from sustainable materials would stand up to those made from virgin raw materials.