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- Slimmed-down stores open as CityTarget
Target is piloting a smaller-store concept, CityTarget, opening this week in Chicago, Los Angeles and Seattle. A CityTarget store is about a third smaller than a typical Target location and has no parking. "We knew our urban guest had a strong affinity for Target, but they were having to drive out the suburban store," said Mark Schindele, senior vice president of merchandising. "So we wanted to bring the Target experience into the city center." Chicago Tribune (free registration)
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- Retailers and brands support Wounded Warrior Project
Believe in Heroes, a fundraiser to aid veterans through the Wounded Warrior Project, has attracted support from 53 consumer brands and more than 58 retailers, including Ahold USA, SUPERVALU and Harris Teeter. The campaign, in its third year, will run from Sept. 11 through Nov. 11 and will include coupons for participating projects. Supermarket News
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- Winn-Dixie debuts program for prescription-drug savings
Winn-Dixie Stores launched a discount program for about 400 generic prescription drugs. Reward Card holders can participate for a $5 annual fee. The program, which also provides savings on brand-name drugs and other generics, sells a 30-day supply for $4 and a 90-day supply for $10. Chain Drug Review
(7/18)
- Survey finds gluten-free moving to the mainstream
In a survey by online health-and-wellness retailer Vitacost, half of respondents said they eat only gluten-free products, while 38% said they eat gluten-free items occasionally. Among those who eat no gluten, 13% said they have celiac disease, 40% said gluten upsets their stomach and 31% consider gluten-free food healthier. Progressive Grocer
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- Kellogg's loyalty program offers groceries and prizes
Kellogg launched a loyalty program that gives rewards and a daily chance to win $200 worth of groceries when consumers register online and input codes found on packages. "We are teaming up with several exceptional partners to offer some truly exciting rewards, including movie tickets, great toys and books, digital rewards such as music and e-books, gift cards, sports equipment, along with coupons off Kellogg products," said Larry Bruck, senior vice president of global media and marketing. CSP
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- SodaStream adds Kool-Aid flavors
SodaStream International expanded a partnership with Kraft Foods to add Grape, Cherry and Tropical Punch Kool-Aid for its carbonated-drink system. Kraft already makes Country Time and Crystal Light products for SodaStream. "Adding Kool-Aid will attract even more people to enjoy our flavors with personally made carbonation," said Doug Weekes, Kraft's vice president of beverages. Consumer Goods Technology News
(7/18), Chicago Tribune/Reuters (free registration)
(7/18), Just-Drinks.com
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