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Newsweek
05-08-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Kroger Recall Update: Customers Warned Not To Eat Products in 22 States
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Several major food recalls of products sold by Kroger have been announced since early July, prompting warnings not to consume specific products sold at its stores and subsidiaries across 22 U.S. states. The recalls impact a range of household grocery items, from bread and turkey bacon to vodka seltzer variety packs, with some products posing serious allergen or contamination risks. Why It Matters Food safety recalls can pose immediate health risks, particularly when products are contaminated with dangerous bacteria, contain undeclared allergens, or are mislabeled. A customer loads his truck after shopping at a Kroger grocery store on September 9, 2022, in Houston. A customer loads his truck after shopping at a Kroger grocery store on September 9, 2022, in To Know The following five products sold at Kroger and Fred Meyer stores across the U.S. have been recalled. High Noon Vodka Beach Variety 12 Pack (12/355 mL) Affected stores in Wisconsin, South Carolina, and Virginia removed select lot codes after some packs were found containing cans labeled as Celsius Energy Drink filled with seltzer alcohol. "High Noon is voluntarily recalling a limited number of High Noon Beach Variety Packs due to a labeling error from our can supplier. We are working with the FDA, retailers and distributors to proactively manage the recall to ensure the safety and well-being of our consumers," a High Noon spokesperson previously told Newsweek. Al Fresco Fully Cooked Chicken Sausage Sweet Apple (11 oz.) Affected Fred Meyer stores recalled this product due to possible contamination with pieces of plastic. Fred Meyer has stores in four states: Alaska, Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Nabisco Ritz Sandwich Variety Packs (multiple sizes) Distributed in stores across much of the Midwest, South, and Southeast, these products may be incorrectly labeled as cheese when they contain peanut butter—posing an allergen hazard to those with peanut allergies. Lewis Bakery Artisan Style Half Loaf Bread (12 oz.) Sold under multiple lot codes in Kroger locations in Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama, Ohio, Virginia, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, North Carolina, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania; some loaves contained undeclared hazelnuts, presenting a tree-nut allergen risk. "The product may contain HAZELNUTS and, if eaten, could result in severe allergic reactions in people sensitive to TREE NUTS," said a statement on the Kroger website." Oscar Mayer Turkey Bacon (12 oz. and 36 oz.) Pulled from shelves in stores across 18 states, including Texas and Louisiana, after being linked to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Kroger said if the product was eaten, "it could result in severe illness to those individuals who are pregnant or have a weakened immune system." Customers who have purchased any of the above products are advised not to consume them and to return them to their place of purchase for a full refund. For a detailed list of affected states, lot codes, and more product information, consumers can consult Kroger's official recall alerts page.
Yahoo
05-08-2025
- Yahoo
Ex-Fred Meyer worker gets prison for $60K theft
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A one-time Fred Meyer employee who stole more than $60,000 to cover her gambling debts was sentenced to more than 2 years in prison on Monday, the Clackamas County District Attorney's Office said. 'taking cash from a self-checkout station at the Oregon City store in March 2023.' Stammet admitted she took the money over an 8-month period to pay for her gambling habit. She said she spent all the money, including some 'at a local video poker outlet.' Father-in-law charged with murder of Happy Valley man She was convicted in May for two counts of first-degree aggravated theft and first-degree theft. Stammet, who has no prior criminal record, was also ordered to repay all the money she stole. Stammet, now 44, told Circuit Judge Katherine Weber that she regretted her actions. She will spend 26 months in prison. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
More details released in Gateway Fred Meyer closure impacting hundreds of workers
PORTLAND, Ore. () — Following the announcement that the Gateway Fred Meyer store down this September, more information has come to light about how many employees will be impacted. Earlier this week, a spokesperson for Fred Meyer told KOIN 6 News every associate at the Gateway store would be given the opportunity to transfer to a new location. Jewish educators cite antisemitism at Portland event On Friday, a WARN Notice was issued by the State of Oregon, saying there would be 249 layoffs at the store. However, KOIN 6 confirmed with a Fred Meyer spokesperson that each and every one of those 249 associates will still be given the opportunity to work at a different store after the Gateway Fred Meyer closes. Further, while the WARN Notice listed Sept. 20, 2025 as the permanent closure date, Fred Meyer said the official closure of their Gateway store may still happen before or after that time. Even still, the store said the closure will happen sometime in mid-to-late September as details are being finalized. The Gateway Fred Meyer on Northeast 102nd Avenue in Portland's Hazelwood has been in operation for over 70 years. Originally constructed with an arch structure holding its sign, which was dismantled decades ago, the store originated the 'Gateway' moniker for the surrounding shopping district. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
17-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
‘Difficult decision': Fred Meyer to close Gateway store in East Portland
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – The Fred Meyer in the Gateway district of East Portland's Hazelwood Neighborhood will soon be closing its doors. The closure was confirmed to KOIN 6 News by the grocery chain Wednesday afternoon, who said the exact date of the closure is unknown but will likely come in September. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now 'Unfortunately, we have made the difficult decision to close the Gateway Fred Meyer store,' a spokesperson said. 'We will offer each impacted store associate the opportunity to transfer to a new location. This closure is part of a larger company-wide decision to run more efficiently and ensure the long-term health of our business.' The company said it would continue to operate the nearby fuel station at 1505 NE 92nd Avenue. Details of what led to the store's upcoming closure are unclear. Stay with KOIN 6 News as this story develops. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Fred Meyer and Washington State Collaborate to Provide Free Locking Bags to Prevent Opioid Misuse
Locking Bag Pharmacy conversation Olympia, Washington, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Customers at Fred Meyer's 60 pharmacies in Washington now have access to free locking bags to more safely store their opioid prescriptions. The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is collaborating with the retailer to provide the bags as part of an ongoing effort to help prevent opioid misuse and overdose deaths in Washington's communities. Fred Meyer is the first major pharmacy chain to participate in HCA's Lock Up Your Meds safe storage program. The safe storage program supplies participating Washington pharmacies with free medication locking devices to distribute to patients with opioid prescriptions. Among the only of its kind in the nation, the program is part of the statewide Starts with One campaign to prevent opioid overdoses by increasing the safe use, storage, and disposal of opioid prescriptions. "As part of our commitment to helping people live healthier lives, we're proud to participate in this program and provide free locking bags to patients with opioid prescriptions—empowering safer communities through compassionate care and responsible pharmacy practice," said Kayla Hensley, division health leader at Fred Meyer. In Washington, approximately 82% of overdose deaths involve opioids (2023 overdose data). Nearly half of people misusing pain relievers, including prescription opioids, get them from a friend or family member. Simple steps like locking up prescriptions can help prevent both accidental and intentional misuse and potential overdose. Yet, according to a study conducted by HCA, only 44% of Washingtonians surveyed lock up their prescription medication. Providing people with a way to lock up their medications is just the first step toward changing this behavior. When a customer is given a locking bag through the Lock Up Your Meds program, the pharmacist asks them to make a pledge to lock up their opioid prescriptions. This aspect of the program is based on the research-backed idea that when someone makes a personal commitment—or a pledge—to take a specific action, they are significantly more likely to follow through. Fred Meyer has distributed a total of 713 bags, held 1,000 conversations about the importance of medication safe storage, and secured 485 pledges since it was introduced to its stores in May. 'Pharmacies play a crucial role in keeping our communities safe and informed,' said Dr. Charissa Fotinos, State Medicaid and Behavioral Health Medical Director. "We are grateful for this new relationship with Fred Meyer and for their commitment to educating residents about preventing opioid misuse and for promoting responsible medication use at their stores across Washington.' Approximately 10-17 independent pharmacies have participated each year in the four-month annual program since it started in 2020. Since its inception, there have been a total of 1,827 locking devices distributed, 3,435 patient conversations about opioid safe storage, and 1,914 pledges to lock up medications. 'This exciting relationship with Fred Meyer allows us to meaningfully expand this important evidence-based program, creating new opportunities to reach communities in all corners of Washington with life-saving opioid misuse prevention tools that are critical to reducing overdose deaths in our state,' Fotinos said. According to evaluation data, the program is successfully driving behavior change. In 2023, 95% of participating patients said that the information and resources provided through the Lock Up Your Meds program had a direct impact on how they store their medication at home. The program is funded in part by State Opioid Response (SOR) funds, which are federal grants administered by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to help states combat the opioid crisis. Learn more about the Lock Up Your Meds and Starts with One campaign. Contacts: HCA media relationsHCAMediaRelations@ Tiffany SandersCorporate Affairs Manager, QFC & Fred Meyer Divisions of Esther BrownLock Up Your Meds Program Managerestherb@ Contact Info Annie Groomannieg@ 509-280-8257 Attachments Locking Bag Pharmacy conversationSign in to access your portfolio
