Monday, December 10, 2012
Legendary coach to sign books and collegiate gear at local Kroger store.
Former University of Georgia head football coach, Vince Dooley, will sign copies of his books and other collegiate memorabilia Friday, Dec. 14, at the Snellville Kroger on Highway 124. Dooley coached the UGA football team for 25 years and lead the Bulldogs to more than 200 victories, including a 1980 National Championship. The legendary coach has published more than nine books focused on life, the south and football, including: “How ‘Bout Them Dawgs” “Dooley: My 40 Years at Georgia” “Hairy Dawg’s Journey Through the Peach State” “Vince Dooley’s Garden: A Horticultural Journey of a Football Coach” Attendees can purchase UGA merchandise as well as copies of Dooley’s new book throughout the event. WHEN: Friday, December 14, 2012, 4 – 6 p.m. …
Monday, June 25, 2012
A few bagged salads sold at Kroger and Walmart that had the use-by date of June 19 have been recalled by the manufacturer.
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Monday, June 25, 2012
If you follow the use-by date on the food you buy, a recall of bagged salads made by Dole Fresh Vegetables and sold at Kroger and Walmart stores in six states — including Georgia — won't matter much. The products being recalled are: The recall is due to a possible health risk from Listeria monocytogenes. Dole Fresh Vegetables is coordinating with regulatory officials. No illnesses have been reported in association with the recall. Want to check out product recalls yourself? Check out the U.S. FDA Web site page on safety alerts, where you can sign up for notifications or even check out an Android app. The Product Code and Use-by date are in the upper right-hand corner of the package; the UPC code is on the back of the package, below the …
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
The nationwide retailer announced it is donating a total of $22,000 to several Gwinnett County schools.
(Editor's Note: This article is from a press release.) Kroger’s Atlanta Division will donate a total of $22,000 in grants to ten Gwinnett County schools, including Snellville's Britt Elementary, as part of its “Earning Plus Learning” program. The annual contest invited schools across the division to creatively demonstrate how they promoted the 2011-2012 theme, “Healthy Living,” within their communities. “Throughout the years, Kroger’s Earning Plus Learning program has donated millions of dollars to local schools and students,” said Glynn Jenkins, director of communications and public relations for Kroger’s Atlanta Division. “Once again, we are honored to reward these exceptional schools that have worked so hard to set an example in their …
Friday, October 14, 2011
A type of Private Selection may contain peanuts not listed on the label.
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Friday, October 14, 2011
The Kroger Co. said Thursday that it is recalling select containers of Private Selection Extreme Moose Tracks Ice Cream sold in 10 states, including Georgia, because it may contain peanuts not listed on the label, according to a company news release. People who are allergic to peanuts could have a serious or life-threatening reaction if they consume this product, the company said. For consumers who are not allergic to peanuts, there is no safety issue. The product has been removed from Kroger shelves. Specifically, the recall is for: • Private Selection Extreme Moose Tracks Ice Cream sold in 16-ounce pints with a “sell by” date of June 18, 2012 under the following UPC Code: 11110 52909 Consumers with questions about this recall can contact…
Bobby Howard
11:06 am on Wednesday, April 11, 2012
I would like echo David's comments as well. Congratulations' to the staff at Britt Elementary for this achievement. You make us very PROUD. Bobby Howard Snellville City Council "Snellville...Where Everybody's PROUD to be Somebody" more ›