Los Angeles — The luxurious specialty rose gifting brand, OnlyRoses, will debut its first U.S. retail location and second non-franchise store in the heart of Beverly Hills, Calif., at 9631 Brighton Way.
Cincinnati — The Kroger Co. has announced the retirement of Michigan division President Jayne Homco, and the promotion of Scott Hays to succeed her. Hays currently serves as vice president of operations for the company’s Fry’s division.
Stoughton, Mass. — IKEA has plugged in the solar energy system installed at its store in Stoughton, Mass., marking the 38th completed solar project for IKEA in the U.S.
Phoenix — Leslie’s Poolmart, one of the nation’s largest swimming pool supplies retailers, continues its retail growth plan with the opening of two new stores in Springfield, Pa., and Oceanside, Calif.