Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Whether you want them to or not, Jewel-Osco has implemented a new policy of following shoppers, and their carts, out to their vehicles. Let us know what you think in the comments section.
If you haven't shopped at your local Jewel-Osco grocery store in a while, be prepared for a new customer service initiative that you may, or may not, appreciate. It's called the "cart-to-car" service, according to couponsinthenews.com, and whether you want the help or not, your bagger is expected to follow you and your cart out to your vehicle. The service is mandatory, though Jewel-Osco denies it has anyting to do with keeping track of shopping carts, according to Coupons in the News. "We understand that this is a very different service and it might take our customers some time to understand that we want this to be the norm," said a Jewel customer service representative in the article. It was announced in January that Jewel-Osco stores …
Monday, December 10, 2012
Will there be a mad rush of shoppers hoping to get their hands on the Hostess products?
Jewel-Osco will receive what could be one of the final shipments of Hostess-brand products on Tuesday, according to the Jewel-Osco Facebook page. Twinkies, Zingers, Ding Dongs and Orange Cupcakes will be delivered at different times throughout the day to select Chicagoland Jewel-Osco stores, according to the Facebook page. In Algonquin, the Jewel Osco stores at 103 South Randall Road and 1501 East Algonquin Road should expect shipments between 5 and 11 p.m. Tuesday. Here are when other area stores are expected to receive shipments: The Jewel-Osco Facebook page has a full list of shipment times for select stores. Jewel-Osco stores will receive over 20,000 units of Twinkies in 10-packs on Tuesday, according to the Daily Herald. …
Tuesday, January 24, 2012
Diane N. wins $25,000 in Wish Big Win Big Holiday Giveaway.
Diane N. of Barrington was hoping to win one of the $2 prizes in Jewel-Osco's “Wish Big Win Big Holiday Giveaway.” She did better than that. Diane won a $25,000 vehicle, but opted to take the cash. Diane received the check at the Barrington Jewel, today. Diane said she thought the game was difficult to play, but she was glad she stuck with it. "I found out on New Years Day. What a great way to start 2012," she said. Diane preferred not to reveal her last name. When she realized she had all the markers to win a car, she thought that she had qualified to go on to the next level. She said she was surprised that she had actually won a major prize. Diane said she didn't have any particular plans for her winnings. At the check presentation, …
Roxi Crawford
1:27 pm on Saturday, May 4, 2013
I agree. That should not be Mandatory! I was taken back when I was asked at the Crystal Lake Jewel. Odd? yes. I'm perfectly capable of handling it myself... and it's quicker.!! But having the option is good. I think free home delivery would be best! ha ha ! more ›