Pizza Fusion Co-Founder Selects OTA's 2009 New Product Winners Jun 27, 2009
Vaughan sat alongside Scott P. Silverman, category director (Natural ic) at Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. and Steve Schoultz, director contract manufacturing at Sara Lee Corporation on the panel. "Getting to evaluate all the new products firsthand was a lot of fun", Lazar explains. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
The Addition of Five New Board Members Sets to Broaden the National Society of Hispanic MBAs' Vision and Mission Jun 4, 2009
In 2006, he was named to the Board of Directors of Winn Dixie Stores, a Fortune 500 company; former President Bush appointed him to the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors in 2005, which oversees all operations at the military academy, and where he now serves as the Chairman of the Board; in 2001, then Florida Governor Jeb Bush appointed him to serve two terms on the seven-member State Board of Education, responsible for all public education in Florida, and an annual budget of $15 billion.... (PR Newswire)
Winn-Dixie earnings higher than expected May 12, 2009
Jacksonville-based Winn-Dixie Stores (NASDAQ: WINN) operates 520 stores in Florida, Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi. Reader Comments. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Winn-Dixie to sell organic wines Apr 9, 2009
Natural Merchants LLC will sell organic wines from around the world in select Winn-Dixie stores as part of the company s effort to offer more natural and organic products. To launch the new product an Italian chardonnay and an Italian red blend will be on sale in a buy one, get one free deal throughout April. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Salmonella scare Apr 1, 2009
Employees at several Winn-Dixie stores and at Whole Foods Market in Palm Beach Gardens said pistachios and pistachio-containing products were taken off shelves. The Food and Drug Administration first learned of the problem March 24, when Kraft Foods reported that its Back to Nature Nantucket Trail Mix was found to be contaminated with salmonella. (The Palm Beach Post)
Blitz begins for youth health care Mar 26, 2009
On Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., officials will be at the Winn Dixie stores in Bogalusa and Franklinton, as well as Sears in Bogalusa, Freds in Franklinton and Creels Pharmacy in Pine. Well be there to do on-site eligibility, Gorden said, and answer questions on other Medicaid programs. (Bogalusa Daily News, LA)
As credit cards falter, the cash variety gains popularity Mar 19, 2009
Jerry R. Welch, chairman of nFinanSe, which services prepaid cards sold through Dollar General and Winn-Dixie stores. (Laura Pedrick for The New York Times). (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Public records for March 14, 2009 Mar 14, 2009
SUITS: Indymac Federal Bank FSB v. Bernella Ennis, real property; U.S. Bank NA v. Manuel B. Sardinta, real property; Chase Bank USA NA v. Kathy Augustine, in excess of $15,000; Deutsche Bank National Trust Co. v. Guy Shimoni, real property; Morris H. McGhee v. Michael W. Lynch, auto negligence; Peoples First Community Bank v. Richard E. Privette, real property; Michelle Willitts v. Coastline International Inc., other negligence; Harvard Drug Group LLC v. Joseph White IV, in excess of $15,000;... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Cardtronics Announces Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2008 Results Feb 24, 2009
6 million in gains on the sale of equity securities awarded to Cardtronics pursuant to the bankruptcy plan of reorganization of Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc., one of the Company's merchant customers. (2) Adjustments to cost of ATM operating revenues included the following for the periods indicated: Three Months Twelve Months Ended Ended December 31, December 31, ---------------- ---------------- 2008 2007 2008 2007 ------- ------- ------- ------- (In thousands) Charges related to U.K. EMV... (Primezone Releases)
Publix still No. 1 among customers Feb 23, 2008
30-day news archives. The employee-owned supermarket has held the leading position each year in ACSI by focusing on high quality and good customer service, with less emphasis on price discounts. (Florida Today)
Winn-Dixie's 'here to stay' Feb 20, 2008
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. reported stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings Tuesday, and CEO Peter Lynch says the data shows Winn-Dixie's post-bankruptcy turnaround is on track. "All the key indicators are rocking and rolling the right way," Lynch said in an interview. (Florida Times-Union)
Wal-Mart Ranks Last in University of Michigan Customer Satisfaction Survey Feb 19, 2008
Updated: New York, Feb 19 03:55 London, Feb 19 08:55 Tokyo, Feb 19 17:55. Wal-Mart Ranks Last Among Discounters in Customer Satisfaction. (Bloomberg -- US)
Kosher sales sizzle as shoppers put faith in foods' safety Feb 11, 2008
Domino once had an edge over competitors whose products were not kosher, but now many store brands it supplies, such as those for Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. and Publix Super Markets, also are certified. Domino Foods is owned by a division of Florida Crystals Corp. of West Palm Beach and the Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida in Belle Glade. (The Palm Beach Post)
No-frills German grocer plans six stores in Brevard Jan 29, 2008
"The three initial stores in Brevard County would be among the first 20 to 25 Aldi locations to open in Florida, Behm said.Aldi is known in the industry for its relatively small stores, small, but efficient, staffs, low prices and no-frills business practices. As a result, Behm said the company's products are priced 15 percent to 20 percent lower on average than those of discount giant Wal-Mart Stores Inc.Supermarket consultant David Livingston said Aldi products typically cost less than they... (Florida Today)
Cocoa to land county's sixth Home Depot Jan 26, 2008
30-day news archives. "Wilson didn't have specifics readily available for its Cocoa operation, but said the typical Home Depot has 80 to 150 employees and is about 102,000 square feet.City officials said Home Depot's entrance into the Cocoa market is a further sign of Brevard County's appeal to national retailers.Wal-Mart, for example, opened a superstore in Cocoa off Clearlake Road near the site of the new Home Depot in January 2005. And Sam's Club plans opening a 138,349-square-foot store... (Florida Today)
10 COMPANIES TO WATCH IN 2007 Dec 31, 2007
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc.. More than a year after it emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Winn-Dixie continues to stay in the news. (Florida Times-Union)
compusa, Falling to Competition, to Shut Down After Holidays Dec 8, 2007
Boston-based Gordon Brothers' DJM unit helped Discovery Channel Stores, Bombay Co. and Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. sell properties. It plans to sell CompUSA's TechPro technical services division and CompUSA.com as well. (Bloomberg)
Winn-Dixie: Still getting better all the time? Nov 26, 2007
It took a lot of years of poor performances to push Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. into Chapter 11 bankruptcy in February 2005. And even though it's been out of bankruptcy for a full year now, it's going to take a lot more time for the Jacksonville-based supermarket chain to improve its stores to the level it expects and win back customer loyalty. (Florida Times-Union)
Church moving into former Winn-Dixie Nov 25, 2007
The Chestnut Street building officially closed its doors in August 2005 as part of a company-wide bankruptcy reorganization plan that resulted in the closure or sale of about 46 Winn-Dixie stores throughout the state. n. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Mortgage mess threatens Winn-Dixie Oct 27, 2007
30-day news archives. This is not a price war, and I'm not seeing that at all. (Florida Today)
Winn-Dixie Recalls Ice Cream in Possible Packaging Error Oct 10, 2007
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Jacksonville, FL -- October 5, 2007 -- Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. is recalling one code of its 1. 75 quart (1. (WSJA.com, AL)
Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. Issues Allergy Alert on Mislabeled Prestige Chocolate Ice Cream Oct 9, 2007
Contact: Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. 1-866-WINN-DIXIE. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- Jacksonville, FL -- October 5, 2007 -- Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. is recalling one code of its 1. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Apparent label error spurs ice cream recall in South Oct 7, 2007
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. of Jacksonville, Fla. is recalling batches of "Prestige Chocolate Ice Cream" because the packaging might not identify it as chocolate almond. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Ice cream, beef recalled Oct 7, 2007
Meanwhile, Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. of Jacksonville recalled "Prestige Chocolate Ice Cream" distributed in Georgia and other states as a precaution for people who are allergic or sensitive to almonds ... Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. recalled about 5,000 cartons of "Prestige Chocolate Ice Cream" because the product's packaging might not identify it as chocolate almond. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Macy's returning to New Orleans area Sep 28, 2007
Also on Thursday, grocery chain Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. reopened a 50,709-square-foot store in New Orleans East that had been largely destroyed by post-Katrina flooding in the city. A lack of basic stores has been cited as one of the reasons for the area's slow repopulating and rebuilding. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Winn-Dixie Reopened Storm Devastated Store in New Orleans with Unprecedented NASDAQ Market Remote Opening Sep 28, 2007
(PRNewsFoto/Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.) JACKSONVILLE, FL UNITED STATES ... "We're delighted to welcome some 25 Associates who worked in this store before Katrina and are back with us now. This is an exciting day for Winn-Dixie and for the entire New Orleans East community as well." About Winn-Dixie Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. is one of the nation's largest food retailers ... SOURCE Winn-Dixie Stores Inc.. (PR Newswire)
Winn-Dixie teams with Kellogg to offer free health screenings Sep 23, 2007
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. will host free health screenings at 100 of its 521 stores. This is the second year in a row that the Jacksonville-based grocer has partnered with the Kellogg Co. for Kellogg's Healthy Beginnings program. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Fresh Fears for Wall Street Aug 30, 2007
Winn-Dixie Stores (WINN) reported earnings of 38 cents in the fourth quarter, vs. a 12 cents loss a year ago. Identical store sales rose 1. (MSNBC -- Business)
Mass Connections Announces Marketing Partnership With Winn-Dixie Aug 29, 2007
Aug. 29, 2007 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Mass Connections(r) (MC), the nation's leader in retail marketing, connecting brands with consumers -- in-store, online and in life -- announced today a partnership with Winn-Dixie Stores, which will integrate the innovative marketing expertise of MC with one of the leading supermarkets. Winn-Dixie operates 520 supermarkets throughout the Southeastern United States with stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana. (Primezone Releases)
Winn-Dixie turns a profit for the year Aug 29, 2007
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. (NASDAQ: WINN) operates 520 stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi. Entrepreneur Case Studies. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Winn-Dixie to Announce Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2007 Results on August 27th Aug 22, 2007
(PRNewsFoto/Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.) JACKSONVILLE, FL UNITED STATES ... Aug. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc., (Nasdaq: ), plans to report results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2007 ended June 27, 2007, on Monday, August 27, 2007 ... About Winn-Dixie Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. is one of the nation's largest food retailers. (PR Newswire)
On Ideas Names Creative Chief Aug 21, 2007
On Ideas' clients include Winn-Dixie Stores, First Federal Bank of Charleston, Mobility Products Unlimited, DeVry University, Invacare Corporation, Pet Paradise, Predator Cues and Veolia Environmental Services. . (AdWeek)
Crime spree involving over $1 million in drugs foiled in Dublin Aug 21, 2007
Two men were arrested in Dublin Sunday morning after burglarizing the Winn-Dixie in a crime spree that has netted more than $1 million in drugs taken from over 60 Winn-Dixie stores in Florida ... He said Winn-Dixie grocery stores and drug stores are the target of the organization because it is believed the ring leader is familiar with the alarm system of Winn-Dixie Stores ... It s been estimated they ve stolen over $1 million of drugs to this day, said Sapp, adding the FBLE said the group has... (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Nissin Foods (USA) Co., Inc. Issues Allergy Alert for Cod and Lobster in Certain Noodle Products Jul 22, 2007
Nissin Cup Noodles Shrimp was also sold through Wal-Mart stores under the label "Great Value Instant Shrimp" at Winn Dixie stores under the label "Thrifty Maid with Shrimp Oriental Noodles with Vegetables" and at Aldi grocery stores under the label "Jehling Ramen Noodle Soup Cup with Shrimp and Vegetables.". "We have not received any report that any person has suffered any allergic reaction as a result of consuming these products," said Nissin Foods President, Tak Naruto. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
Regulators, stores respond to consumer worry over quality of Chinese imports Jul 17, 2007
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc., which operates 521 stores in southern states, has a recall team that includes executives from all facets of the company to ensure stores get the necessary information to customers, said spokesman Joshua Whitton. He added that the Jacksonville, Fla. (Yreka Siskiyou Daily News, CA)
US regulators, stores use Web, media to respond to consumer worry over Chinese imports Jul 14, 2007
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc., which operates 521 stores in southern states, has a recall team that includes executives from all facets of the company to ensure stores get the necessary information to customers, said spokesman Joshua Whitton. He added that the company has not noticed an uptick in calls related to a recall of toothpaste from China after some products were found to contain a potentially poisonous chemical. (International Herald Tribune)
Winn-Dixie names head of merchandising, marketing Jun 25, 2007
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. (NASDAQ: WINN) emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in November. The Jacksonville-based grocery store chain operates 521 stores in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Publix to add 270 generators for hurricanes Jun 14, 2007
Last week, Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. said it will install 66 of the truck-sized generators at its grocery stores, including 11 supermarkets in Palm Beach, St. Lucie and Martin counties. It's a pricey commitment. (The Palm Beach Post)
Stocks of local interest in the news May 20, 2007
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc.. Friday close: $29. (Orlando Sentinel -- Business)
Score One for Winn-Dixie May 16, 2007
From a financial perspective at least, Winn-Dixie Stores' () new slogan appears to be apt: "Getting better all the time." The Southeast regional grocery chain on May 15 reported quarterly profits that sent Wall Street robust signals of a nascent recovery. In its most recent quarter, the Jacksonville, (Fla. (BusinessWeek)
Tame Inflation Fuels Dow May 16, 2007
Winn-Dixie Stores () posted a surprise profit just six months after emerging from bankruptcy. The grocer tallied earnings of $17. (SmartMoney)
Publix Stock Price Rises 5% May 3, 2007
Jacksonville-based Winn-Dixie Stores emerged from bankruptcy Nov. 22. Its stock price since then jumped 64. (The Ledger)
How Wal-Mart's TV Prices Crushed Rivals Apr 23, 2007
juggernaut's entry into the grocery business in the late 1980s and its ability to offer deep discounts led to the bankrupting of dozens of regional supermarkets over the next 15 years, including Florida-based Winn-Dixie Stores, Eagle Foods from Illinois, and Penn Traffic in Pennsylvania. And Wal-Mart's discounting of popular toys sent FAO Schwartz and KB Toys into bankruptcy. (BusinessWeek)
Closings » Apr 7, 2007
Martin County Winn-Dixie stores: Open. Stuart Fine Foods in Stuart and Palm City: Open. (Vero Beach Press Journal)
OPINION NUGGETS: Just listen to people Mar 31, 2007
Jacksonville's own Winn-Dixie Stores might have the answer. CEO Peter Lynch told Times-Union staff in a recent meeting that the store will be remodeled this year. (Florida Times-Union)
Gala's main course -- nearly $165,000 for local United Way Mar 12, 2007
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. and Kellogg Co. donated $45,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Brevard County -- the full amount needed to build one home in Palm Bay. The funds were raised through a promotion of Kellogg's brands in Winn-Dixie supermarkets. (Orlando Sentinel -- Business)
Winn-Dixie comes to aid of tornado victims Mar 7, 2007
Customers in Winn-Dixie stores can add an amount between 50 cents and $500 to their bill, with the money going to the American Red Cross ... Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. (NASDAQ: WINN) emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in November. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Doctor Sued Over Former Congresswoman's Death Mar 3, 2007
After leaving Congress, Fowler was chairwoman of an investigation into alleged sexual assaults at the U.S. Air Force Academy and appointed to the board of directors for Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. and Florida Rock Industries. Fowler was a partner with the law firm of Holland and Knight, where she spent much of her time as a lobbyist on military issues. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Publix passes $1 billion mark in earnings Mar 2, 2007
3 percent, and Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. with 12. 6 percent. (Herald-Tribune)
Winn-Dixie Appoints James P. Olson to Board of Directors Feb 24, 2007
(PRNewsFoto/Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.) JACKSONVILLE, FL UNITED STATES 10/29/2006 ... Feb. 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. (Nasdaq: ) today announced the appointment of James P. Olson as the ninth member of the company's Board of Directors ... Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc., is one of the nation's largest food retailers. (PR Newswire)
Winn-Dixie Face Lifts Set Feb 22, 2007
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. is purging the dated pink and turquoise decor from its stores as the Jacksonville grocer resurrects its first chainwide remodeling effort in years ... After a few dozen South Florida Winn-Dixie stores got cosmetic remodelings before the chain went into Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 2005, Winn-Dixie put the brakes on full-blown overhauls to preserve cash. (The Ledger)
Walk-in clinics open at two Winn-Dixie stores Feb 21, 2007
The clinics, which are open seven days a week, are at Winn-Dixie stores on Normandy Boulevard near Cassat Avenue and on Beach Boulevard near St. Johns Bluff Road ... Winn-Dixie (NASDAQ: WINN) and Wellspot are planning additional clinics in Jacksonville stores later this year and an expansion of the program to Winn-Dixie stores with in-store pharmacies in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana through the end of the year. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
BREAKING NEWS: Keys grocers pull Peter Pan, Great Value peanut butter Feb 16, 2007
Winn-Dixie stores in Key West, Big Pine, Marathon, Tavernier and Key Largo are doing the same. Victor Tavio, Winn-Dixie manager in Key West, said he has pulled all Peter Pan peanut butter products from his shelves. (Florida Keys Keynoter)
Winn-Dixie to Report Second Quarter and First Half Fiscal 2007 Results on February 20th Feb 15, 2007
(PRNewsFoto/Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.) JACKSONVILLE, FL UNITED STATES 10/29/2006 ... Feb. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. (Nasdaq: ) plans to report its financial results for the second quarter and first half of its 2007 fiscal year on Tuesday, February 20, 2007 ... Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc., is one of the nation's largest food retailers. (PR Newswire)
Reformers seek to halt life-insurance tax break Jan 30, 2007
In the 1990s, Dow Chemical Co. and grocer Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. lost court decisions when the IRS challenged deductions related to the purchase of insurance on their employees. So far, though, congressional reviews of the industry's tax advantage have been rare. (Sunspot.net -- Business)
Aiding a comeback Jan 22, 2007
Castle, senior director of litigation for Jacksonville-based Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. (NASDAQ: WINN), has been working with eight in-house attorneys and many law firms during nearly two years of Chapter 11 bankruptcy for one of the largest grocers in the Southeast. This article is for Paid Print Subscribers ONLY.. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
NASDAQ Announces Quarterly New Listings Statistics Jan 13, 2007
Other notable new listings in the 4th quarter included the IPO of US BioEnergy (NASDAQ: - ) and the initial listing of Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. (NASDAQ: - ). NASDAQ saw 32 non-U.S. new listings in 2006, including the switch of Innospec Inc. (NASDAQ: - ) from the NYSE Group and the IPOs of Melco PBL Entertainment (NASDAQ: - ), Home Inns & Hotel Management (NASDAQ: - ), and the Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte (NASDAQ: - ). (Primezone Releases)
Winn-Dixie Announces Number of Outstanding Shares for Purposes of its Stock Transfer Restrictions Jan 13, 2007
Jan. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. (Nasdaq: ) (the "Company") today announced, pursuant to its Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation, that the number of the outstanding shares of its common stock (that shareholders should take into account in determining their percentage stock ownership of the Company) is 54 million shares ... About Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. is one of the nation's largest food retailers ... SOURCE Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.. (PR Newswire)
