Category Archives: Retail Industry

Will Ace Hardwire RedVest Into An AI Retail Media Network?

Will Ace Hardwire RedVest Into An AI Retail Media Network? by Laurie Sullivan , Staff Writer, July 8, 2026 Ace Hardware advertisers now have options to manage and run retail RedVest Media campaigns alongside Amazon, Walmart and other major retail media networks following an integration with a commerce network. The partnership with Pacvue and integration through Epsilon gives brands … Continue reading Will Ace Hardwire RedVest Into An AI Retail Media Network? →

Are stores open on July 4? Costco, banks, USPS, Walmart, pharmacies, more on Independence Day 2026

July 03, 2026 Are stores open on July 4? Costco, banks, USPS, Walmart, pharmacies, more on Independence Day 2026 BY Michael Grothaus While everyone knows that July 4 is a federal holiday, this year the holiday is officially being observed today, Friday, July 3. That’s because the Fourth of July falls on a Saturday, when most … Continue reading Are stores open on July 4? Costco, banks, USPS, Walmart, pharmacies, more on Independence Day 2026 →

Panera Bread stores that closed in a franchise dispute are reopening under new ownership: See a list of locations

June 17, 2026 Panera Bread stores that closed in a franchise dispute are reopening under new ownership: See a list of locations BY Christopher Zara   Get ready to break some bread in Texas this summer. Several Panera Bread locations that abruptly shuttered last year in the wake of a high-profile franchise dispute will soon reopen … Continue reading Panera Bread stores that closed in a franchise dispute are reopening under new ownership: See a list of locations →

California sues 23andMe over 2023 data breach that affected 7 million users

California sues 23andMe over 2023 data breach that affected 7 million users Rob Bonta accused the company, now called Chrome Holding Co., of failing to protect users’ sensitive information. By Mariella Moon May 29, 2026   Sbluestork/Shutterstock Chrome Holding Co., the company formerly known as 23andMe, is facing a lawsuit filed by California Attorney General Rob Bonta over … Continue reading California sues 23andMe over 2023 data breach that affected 7 million users →

‘Yellowstone’ sequel series ‘Dutton Ranch’ premieres tonight. Here’s how and where to watch it

May 15, 2026 ‘Yellowstone’ sequel series ‘Dutton Ranch’ premieres tonight. Here’s how and where to watch it BY Shannon Cudd Giddy up, Yellowstone fans: The epic saga of the Dutton family continues. The Western drama, which began humbly in 2018, has since grown into one of television’s most valuable franchises. A Bloomberg story from last year … Continue reading ‘Yellowstone’ sequel series ‘Dutton Ranch’ premieres tonight. Here’s how and where to watch it →

The trick to getting 7-Eleven’s $1 Slurpees this summer is knowing the schedule

May 13, 2026 The trick to getting 7-Eleven’s $1 Slurpees this summer is knowing the schedule BY María José Gutiérrez Chávez   As the weather gets warmer, 7-Eleven is readying for the summer with discounted prices, cold drinks, and loyalty rewards. Leading up to Slurpee Day on July 11 (or 7/11), the convenience store chain will … Continue reading The trick to getting 7-Eleven’s $1 Slurpees this summer is knowing the schedule →

Kroger is closing stores: See the updated list that shows shuttered locations across the country

March 06, 2026 Kroger is closing stores: See the updated list that shows shuttered locations across the country   BY Christopher Zara   Groceries are a little harder to come by in dozens of neighborhoods this year in the wake of an ongoing retreat from The Kroger Co. The Cincinnati-based supermarket company has been shuttering locations … Continue reading Kroger is closing stores: See the updated list that shows shuttered locations across the country →

Sportsman’s Warehouse may close stores after identifying a list of underperforming locations

    March 04, 2026 Sportsman’s Warehouse may close underperforming locations BY Sam Federman Utah-based outdoor retailer Sportsman’s Warehouse may be closing some of its stores in the near future. “As part of the Company’s review of its stores, we have identified about five stores for potential closure due to underperformance and lack of profitability,” Sportsman’s … Continue reading Sportsman’s Warehouse may close stores after identifying a list of underperforming locations →

The retail visibility gap most DTC brands still miss

AI is changing product discovery, and brands that still rely on traditional search tactics are disappearing from the answers shoppers now trust most. By Shama Hyder January 9, 2026   A consumer opens ChatGPT and types, “What laundry detergent has perfumer-grade fragrance that lasts?” The AI provides three specific recommendations, each with detailed explanations. Your … Continue reading The retail visibility gap most DTC brands still miss →