SALISBURY, NC - Food Lion is honored to recognize a record number of more than 400 associates who are celebrating 30 to 45 years of service in 2026.

These associates were celebrated on April 30 during Food Lion’s annual Service Awards ceremony, where the company expresses its appreciation for those reaching major career milestones. Honorees represent decades of dedication, with individuals marking 30, 35, 40 and 45 years of service.

Each associate was recognized and applauded during the ceremony. Collectively, this year’s honorees represent more than 14,000 years of service to their customers and communities.

“I am incredibly proud to celebrate these associates and the remarkable commitment they’ve shown throughout their careers,” said Greg Finchum, President, Food Lion, in the recent release. “Every day, our associates strengthen the emotional connection we have with our neighbors in the towns and cities we serve. Because of them, customers choose Food Lion to nourish their families. I appreciate everything our associates do to bring our brand, strategy and culture to life. It’s our associates who make Food Lion what it is today.”

Food Lion employs more than 82,000 associates across its 1,100‑plus stores in 10 states.

ISSAQUAH, WA - Costco Wholesale Corporation reported net sales of $23.92 billion for the retail month of April, the four weeks ended May 3, 2026, an increase of 13.0 percent from $21.18 billion last year.

Net sales for the first 35 weeks were $197.18 billion, an increase of 9.5 percent from $180.05 billion last year.

April had one additional shopping day versus last year, due to the calendar shift of Easter. This positively impacted total and comparable sales by approximately one and one-half to two percent.

Additional discussion of these results is available in a pre-recorded message. It can be accessed by visiting investor.costco.com. This message will be available through 4:00 p.m. (PT) on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

Costco currently operates 928 warehouses, including 637 in the United States and Puerto Rico, 115 in Canada, 42 in Mexico, 37 in Japan, 29 in the United Kingdom, 20 in Korea, 15 in Australia, 14 in Taiwan, seven in China, five in Spain, three in France, two in Sweden, and one each in Iceland, and New Zealand. Costco also operates e-commerce sites in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Mexico, Korea, Taiwan, Japan and Australia.

See the full report here.

LOS ANGELES, CA - Daily Drills launched a limited-edition collection created in partnership with Driscoll's®, the California-headquartered berry company founded more than 100 years ago. Debuting ahead of peak berry season in May, and in celebration of National Strawberry Month, the collection offers a timely tribute to Driscoll’s strawberry legacy. Available exclusively at ShopDailyDrills.com, the collection channels Driscoll’s berry colors and farm heritage into thoughtfully designed apparel.

From the sun-soaked fields of California’s Pajaro Valley, where Driscoll’s story began, to sun-chasing LA streets, where Daily Drills was born, the two brands are united by a shared love -- joy in the everyday, ordinary moments. What began in 1904 as a pursuit of the perfect berry rooted in care and quality has grown into a global symbol of simple pleasures; just as Daily Drills has reimagined modern style by turning comfort and confidence into a daily ritual. Both brands were built on the belief that the little things – whether it’s the sweetness of a perfectly ripe berry or the ease of your favorite outfit – can transform routines into moments worth savoring. And this collaboration celebrates that spirit: playful, vibrant, and designed to bring a little more delight to your day.

Fashion and food have been colliding for years, but the farm is becoming fashion's newest reference point. From “farmcore” trends on social media to a renewed interest in heritage brands, agriculture-inspired aesthetics are having a cultural moment, and few products embody the look and feel as naturally as berries.

The Daily Drills x Driscoll’s collection is built from a palette inspired by Driscoll’s berries, brand essence, and heritage. Together, the collection reinforces Driscoll's legacy as one of the longest-standing berry companies and the global leader in fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries.

The collection includes:

• Heritage Crewneck, Tee and Tote featuring fresh strawberries in Driscoll's iconic yellow berry basket with the founding year 1953 to honor the establishment of Driscoll's Strawberry Associates, Inc.,
• A signature barn jacket inspired by California farm workwear,
• Six bestselling sweat sets in berry-inspired color palette,
• Activewear including shorts, sports bras and tees with gingham accents, and
• Thermal lounge sets and everyday basics.

All items are also donned with co-branded hangtags combining Daily Drills branding with Driscoll's heritage elements.

“We’re so excited to partner with Driscoll’s to bring farm heritage into fashion. There’s something about a California summer - the ease, the blue skies, the fresh fruit - that feels instantly nostalgic. And when it comes to berries, Driscoll’s is always the first name that comes to mind, making this collaboration feel like a natural way to celebrate the season,” said Bridget Chambers, Daily Drills, in the recent release. “Shooting on one of the brand’s strawberry farms felt like stepping into the mood that we wanted to set. The sunshine, open air, and endless greenery created a setting that was both grounded and vibrant; the exact energy we wanted to capture and carry through the collection.”

Daily Drills has built its reputation on limited, drop-driven releases that often sell out quickly, supported by a loyal community of fans. The Daily Drills x Driscoll’s collection is designed with that same energy, translating a century-old berry brand into a fashion capsule shaped by color, seasonality and cultural relevance.

“We are thrilled to be teaming up with Daily Drills on this collection to celebrate the everyday joy that is found in the simple moments, whether it is biting into a sweet berry or a wardrobe where comfort meets confidence,” said Cameron Mark, Driscoll’s. “Through this collection, Driscoll’s is able to show up in a fresh, unique way through fashion, while honoring the brand’s heritage in a culturally relevant, contemporary context beyond the grocery aisle."

Campaign imagery was photographed by Daily Drills on a strawberry field in Oxnard, California, where Driscoll's berries are grown. The setting grounds the collection in a real agricultural environment, authentically connecting the clothing to the land, the season that inspired it, and rooting the collection in the strawberry, the berry where it all began for Driscoll’s.

Limited quantities of the Daily Drills x Driscoll’s collection will be available on ShopDailyDrills.com for MSRP ranging from $55.00 to $130.00. To learn more about the collaboration visit www.shopdailydrills.com or follow @dailydrills and @driscollsberry on Instagram.

PHARR, TX - As Mother’s Day approaches, Medrano Produce reflects on the legacy of its matriarch, Maria de Los Angeles Ramos Medrano. While the company now spans second and third generations, its operations can still be traced back to her.

“I feel very proud and grateful to see how much Medrano Produce has grown over the years. What started as a dream and many years of hard work became something truly special for our family,” she shared. “To me, the growth of the company is not only a blessing but also a reflection of the sacrifices, values, perseverance, and faith passed down from generation to generation.”

Medrano Produce was founded in 1979, and since its founding, Maria has been instrumental in its success. Her family says she was never the quiet person behind the scenes.

She was the one making sure everyone got up, worked hard, stayed fed, and stayed in school—and she definitely kept everybody in line. Even after working in the fields and sacrificing endlessly for the family, she somehow kept everyone together while keeping faith at the center.

Adolfo Medrano Jr., her eldest son and Chief Financial Officer of Medrano Produce, shared the impact of his mother’s legacy on the business and on himself.

“My mother taught me lessons that no school or business ever could. She showed us what hard work looked like every day. No matter how hard life got, she always found a way to keep our family together with love, discipline, faith, and determination,” he told me. “As children, we did not fully understand the sacrifices she was making for us, but as I got older, I realized how much she carried on her shoulders. She believed deeply in education, hard work, and putting God first, and those values shaped not only our family but the foundation of everything we built. A lot of people may only see the success today, but I will always remember the woman behind it all, my mother, whose strength and prayers helped guide our family through every stage of life.”

Franco Medrano, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, remarked on the passion he’s seen reflected in his grandmother.

“The legacy of Medrano Produce was built not only through hard work and sacrifice, but through the strength, love, and resilience of women like my grandmother, who helped shape this business and our family for generations,” he said.

Even her name reflects the kind of life she built. Maria De Los Angeles translates to Mary of the Angels. Ramos means 'branches' in Spanish, and Medrano is a surname associated with fertile, abundant land. Together, it mirrors the work and values she carried into both her family and the business. That influence still shows up today. The current generation recently rebranded the lime, lemon, and orange bags with the line “Quality that Honors Family,” a direct reflection of what she put in place years ago.

Turning 80 this August, Maria de Los Angeles Ramos Medrano remains a tour de force who has improved the industry.