Retailer Campaigns

SALISBURY, N.C. - On June 5, in communities across the country, people will gather to focus the nation's attention on the problem of domestic hunger and its impact on the nation's children.

In the high-volume season for produce, it's important to take full advantage of the consumer appeal of fresh fruits and vegetables.

ALLENTOWN, PA -- The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board plans to open liquor stores inside major supermarkets in the Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Harrisburg areas, perhaps by the end of the year.

AUSTIN, Texas - As eager Americans begin firing up their grills this season, Whole Foods Market is kicking off a national celebration to showcase natural meat.

CINCINNATI, -- The Kroger Co. today announced that it is teaming up with Newman's Own to support America's Second Harvest, the nation's largest domestic hunger relief organization.

DENVER - The National Cattlemen's Beef Association on Thursday launched a first-of-its-kind advertising campaign that compares the nutritional benefits of lean beef and skinless chicken.

BOISE, Idaho - Albertsons Inc. announced today that Patricia Heaton, actress, author and Emmy-winning co-star of television's "Everybody Loves Raymond," will become the company's national spokesperson. She will be featured in Albertsons advertising, beginning with national TV spots that will start airing in late June 2003.

MARTINEZ, Calif. - Contra Costa County in California is considering a ban on super-sized retailers such as Wal-Mart that sell major nonfood items alongside grocery items, reports the Contra Costa Times.