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Woman accused of shooting man in head behind Miami Gardens Winn-Dixie
Read full article: Woman accused of shooting man in head behind Miami Gardens Winn-DixieA man was shot early Thursday morning near a Winn-Dixie grocery store in Miami Gardens, prompting a police investigation that led to the arrest of a 27-year-old woman, authorities confirmed Friday.
Aldi to buy 400 Winn-Dixie, Harveys groceries in Southern US
Read full article: Aldi to buy 400 Winn-Dixie, Harveys groceries in Southern USDiscount grocer Aldi said Wednesday it's acquiring 400 Winn-Dixie and Harveys supermarkets in the Southern U.S. Under a proposed merger agreement, Aldi will acquire all outstanding shares of Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc., the parent company of Winn-Dixie and Harveys.
Aldi agrees to purchase Winn-Dixie; Fresco y Más to be spun off
Read full article: Aldi agrees to purchase Winn-Dixie; Fresco y Más to be spun offGerman grocery giant Aldi has agreed to purchase Florida-based supermarket chain Winn-Dixie, according to an announcement Wednesday from Southeastern Grocers, the latter’s parent company.
Winn-Dixie closes southwest Miami-Dade store due to roof leaks
Read full article: Winn-Dixie closes southwest Miami-Dade store due to roof leaksThe store, at 8710 SW 72nd St. in the county’s Sunset area, will remain closed until a structural inspection can be completed, according to a news release from Southeastern Grocers, Winn-Dixie’s parent company.
Publix and Winn-Dixie limiting some Thanksgiving items
Read full article: Publix and Winn-Dixie limiting some Thanksgiving itemsPublix, which operates nearly 1,300 stores across seven states in the Southeast, and Winn-Dixie, with stores in five Southern states, put some restrictions in place due to ongoing supply chain issues and the increased holiday demand, officials said.
Florida Lottery winner thought her prize was $1,000 — turns out it was $1 million
Read full article: Florida Lottery winner thought her prize was $1,000 — turns out it was $1 millionA Florida woman could see she had a match on her winning scratch-off ticket, but she didn't realize at first that it was worth a $1 million top prize.
Vaccinations underway at Walmart and other South Florida pharmacies
Read full article: Vaccinations underway at Walmart and other South Florida pharmaciesMIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – South Floridians have another avenue to get the COVID-19 vaccine, with 40,000 doses allocated to store pharmacies in the state. Walmart, Sam’s Club, Winn-Dixie and Publix are administering the shots that come from the federal retail pharmacy program. That’s in addition to the 325,000 doses sent to the state for distribution at mobile sites, hospitals and community sites. [MORE INFORMATION: See where vaccines are coming to Walmart, Publix and Winn-Dixie stores in South Florida]She managed to find availability at a Walmart in Hollywood. “We have 119 Walmart and Sam’s Club stores across 34 counties [offering the shots],” DeSantis said.
Federal and Florida vaccine efforts add up to more shots for seniors
Read full article: Federal and Florida vaccine efforts add up to more shots for seniorsHIALEAH GARDENS, Fla. – Inside Walmart and the other new vaccination sites in big chain pharmacies, the shots are coming from a newly directed national supply. The new supply from the federal pharmacy program adds hundreds more locations, including at Walmart, Sam’s Club, Publix and Winn-Dixie stores. Wednesday, that daily accounting showed 30% of Miami-Dade’s seniors are vaccinated, 39% in Broward and 36% in Monroe. With about two thirds of Florida seniors yet to be vaccinated comes a newly framed cooperation between Florida’s leadership and the White House’s COVID-19 response task force. ALSO SEEWalmart set to launch vaccines in South Florida but online signup hits a snagCOVID-19 vaccines coming to Walmart, Publix and Winn-Dixie stores in South Florida
Walmart set to launch vaccines in South Florida but online signup hits a snag
Read full article: Walmart set to launch vaccines in South Florida but online signup hits a snagHIALEAH, Fla. – Eleven Walmart stores in South Florida will be offering COVID-19 vaccines to senior citizens starting Friday. Certain Winn-Dixie locations are offering the shot starting Thursday. Ad[MORE INFORMATION: Vaccines coming to Walmart, Publix and Winn-Dixie stores in South Florida]Remberto Urrutia made a special trip to the Walmart on NW 77th Court in Hialeah on Wednesday to find out how he could get the COVID-19 shot. Walmart, Sam’s Club and Winn-Dixie are joining Publix in offering the vaccine as part of the federal retail pharmacy program. CLICK HERE to see a list of the Walmart locations in South Florida offering vaccines, plus more information on how to sign up for shots at all of these pharmacies.
Racketeering ring steals baby items worth nearly 85K from Florida grocery stores, sheriff says
Read full article: Racketeering ring steals baby items worth nearly 85K from Florida grocery stores, sheriff saysPOLK COUNTY, Fla. – A racketeering ring whose retail thefts amounted to almost $85,000 in items such as baby formula, diapers, and energy drinks has been arrested. According to Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Publix, Winn-Dixie and Walmart stores, in 18 counties in central Florida were the targets of the group. Five of the suspects (boosters) would enter the stores, and place dozens of cans of baby formula into reusable shopping bags. Each “shopping trip” amounted to a range between $350 to 900 worth of stolen items. Detectives continued their investigation and surveillance of where the stolen items were taken after the thefts.
Miami officers shop for vulnerable seniors during coronavirus pandemic
Read full article: Miami officers shop for vulnerable seniors during coronavirus pandemicMIAMI – A group of Miami Police Department officers was up early Tuesday at a Winn-Dixie supermarket in Miami’s Liberty City. They were shopping for people who are vulnerable to the new coronavirus. Guerra and the other officers stocked up on fresh produce, paper towels and other essentials. Officers used their patrol cars to deliver the groceries. “Once we purchase the items, we are taking them back to senior centers.
State inspector orders Fort Lauderdale Winn-Dixie to stop using deli equipment
Read full article: State inspector orders Fort Lauderdale Winn-Dixie to stop using deli equipmentFORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - A state inspector with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services ordered a Fort Lauderdale Winn-Dixie to stop using all deli processing equipment after roaches were found during an inspection. The store is north of Oakland Park Boulevard at the Galt Ocean Mile. According to the food safety inspection report, a reinspection will take place before Nov. 11. The report states that in addition to all processing equipment within the deli, the store must also stop use of its wing bar and open deli hot case. All areas where the roach infestation was found must be cleaned, sanitized and chemically treated by someone who is licensed.
Homeless man holds knife to Winn-Dixie employee's neck, deputies say
Read full article: Homeless man holds knife to Winn-Dixie employee's neck, deputies sayWilliam Shook is accused of putting a knife to a Winn-Dixie employee's neck in Big Pine Key. BIG PINE KEY, Fla. - A homeless man is accused of holding a knife to the neck of a Winn-Dixie employee in the Florida Keys. Monroe County Sheriff's Office deputies were called to the Winn-Dixie in Big Pine Key. Deputies said Shook appeared to be intoxicated. The victim didn't know what prompted Shook to hold a knife to his neck.
1 dead, another injured after stabbing outside Aventura liquor store
Read full article: 1 dead, another injured after stabbing outside Aventura liquor storeAVENTURA, Fla. - One man is dead and another injured after a stabbing incident Sunday outside an Aventura liquor store. Both men were transported to Aventura Hospital after the incident at 10 a.m. in front of the Winn-Dixie at 20355 Biscayne Boulevard. Officials say one of the men later died while the other underwent surgery and is in critical condition. Aventura Police say the three men knew each other and agreed to meet, but did not provide information on what caused the altercation. Police surround car that crashed at Aventura shopping center after stabbing incidentCopyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.
2 stabbed outside Aventura liquor store
Read full article: 2 stabbed outside Aventura liquor storeAVENTURA, Fla. - Police are investigating after two men were stabbed Sunday outside an Aventura liquor store. Both men were transported to Aventura Hospital after the incident in front of the Winn-Dixie at 20355 Biscayne Boulevard. Although the conditions of the men are unknown, one was seen being given CPR before being loaded into an ambulance. A third person was detained by police after attempting to flee the scene and crashing his car on the other side of the Promenade Shops shopping plaza. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.