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Product Recall: Multiple SimilacR Powdered Infant Formulas Pulled From Our Stores

There is a voluntary recall of multiple SimilacR Powdered Infant Formulas. All our stores are pulling this product from our shelves. For more information on which Similac products are being recalled, go to the recall website: www.similac.com/recall or www.fda.gov , both of which have a complete listing. If you happened to purchase one of the recalled products from our stores, you can bring that product in for a refund...but first check the product lists, since many of the Similac products are not being recalled.

Johnsonville BBQs Raise $1,400 for Olivia Cook's Kidney Transplant

Thanks to our generous communities, Ferndale Cost Cutter and Sunset Cost Cutter jointly raised $1,400 towards the kidney transplant expenses of little Olivia Cook. The big Johnsonville grill came to both locations this month to prepare their famous sausages and sell them for this good cause. To read about Olivia, the Ferndale six-year-old who just had her kidney transplant this month, go to www.COTAforOliviaRC.com The Markets has collectively raised almost $12,000 towards transplant expenses.

Prosser Food Depot Hosts "Ask Me" Campaign

Most women understand that they should have mammograms, but all too often, the cost is a deterrent to scheduling this potentially life-saving procedure.

The Washington Cares About Cancer Partnership is testing a new program, and Prosser Food Depot is one of the places where it is being featured.

The "Ask Me" campaign gives women information about eligibility for a free mammogram through the Washington Breast, Cervical and Colon Health Program. For women ages 40-64, with limited income and little or no insurance, this program can be a lifesaver. Additional free services include clinical breast exams, pap tests and diagnostic tests if needed. Funding comes through the American Cancer Society.

Food Depot team members have "Ask Me" buttons in English and Spanish, as well as simple materials that explain how a woman can get these free services. The materials will be handed out through July.

Over the past year, over 1,700 more mammograms than expected have been scheduled in areas where the "Ask Me" campaign was held. The goal, to have fewer women fall through the health care cracks due to lack of insurance, will be measured in Prosser following the campaign. We are pleased to participate and offer our customers this important information. For details, contact cancer@doh.wa.gov

Sizzling Second Warning: Update!

If you love barbecue, you'll be pleased to learn that we will be hosting several barbecue events at our stores this summer.

We are changing the location of our third event, The Markets Cookoff, to our Market at Fairhaven (rather than Sunset Cost Cutter). This will be held on August 7-8.

Don't forget to check out the BBQ Pitmaster Class May 22, a 12-hour event of all things barbecue, complete with a professional judging. Contact the Pacific Northwest Barbecue Association at www.pnwba.com for details on the class, registration, and more info on the three "q" events this summer: Skagit Valley BBQ Championship, at our Sedro Woolley Food Pavilion June 19-20, the BBQ on the Border at The Market at Birch Bay July 17-18 and The Markets Cookoff, at the Market at Fairhaven, August 7-8. (see article on our site, posted April 16: Sizzling Early Warning!)

Finally, watch for details about the debut of barbecue (think brisket, pulled pork, ribs and more) at The Market at Fairhaven, coming soon!

Stores Raise Money for American Cancer Society

posted on May 27, 2009 12:42

Stores Support Relay for Life Gatherings

If you've had a family member or friend or coworker who has been affected by cancer, you are likely familiar with the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life.

Relays are community gatherings where many people join to fight cancer. Teams of people camp out for 24 hours, taking turns walking or running around a track or path. Beyond the symbolism of being on the track 24 hours, since cancer never rests, the teams compete to raise money. The money supports cancer research, services, advocacy and education.

When the sun goes down, hundreds of luminarias light the way to remember those who lost to cancer, those fighting cancer and those who have defeated cancer. The ceremony of light symbolizes the hope and perseverence with which we fight this dreadful disease. Listen to the roll call: you may be surprised at familiar names.

Our stores have long been supporters of Relays in their community, and this year is no different. We will be participating in some Relays, donating refreshments and also raising money in our stores. You can help us defeat cancer by donating $1 or $5 at our checkstands to purchase a sun or moon card. The money goes entirely to the Cancer Society, and you are encouraged to write down the name of someone affected by cancer.

Our store teams have been raising money through a variety of ways, and will be present at Relays this summer. If you're in the area, please stop by. Like all of us, you will be moved by the community effort, by the faces of your friends and neighbors, and the determination to make a difference that characterizes the Relays.

Our Relay participation this year includes:

Grant/S. Adams County: Moses Lake Food Pavilion May 29

Skagit County: Mt. Vernon/Sedro Woolley Food Pavilion June 6

Lynden: Lynden Food Pavilion June 19

Whatcom County: The Market, Cost Cutter, Food Pavilion July 10

Selah: Selah $ave-On-Food$ August 1

To learn more about the work of the American Cancer Society and the Relays, go to www.cancer.org

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