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Food Lion Announces OfficeMax Partnership to Deliver Enhanced School and Office Product Selection to Customers

August 11, 2010

SALISBURY, N.C. – Food Lion family of brands – Food Lion, Bloom, Harveys and Reid’s – has selected OfficeMax as the company’s supplier of office and school products for its customers.

With this new selection of OfficeMax office and back-to-school items, Food Lion, Bloom, Harveys and Reid’s shoppers will find familiar, high-demand items conveniently located in their favorite grocery store. The stores will carry more than 200 OfficeMax products year-round, including award-winning TUL® writing instruments, DiVOGA® style supply products and various grades of OfficeMax brand copy paper. Customers will also find the first class Ascend™ mailing products and high quality [IN]PLACE™ binders. In addition, stores will carry a variety of back-to-school items such as notebooks, school glue and crayons.

“The Food Lion family is very excited about offering the OfficeMax product line at great prices for our customers,” said Ann Raives, Food Lion family Director of Category Management. “This partnership with OfficeMax will provide our customers access to a number of office and school supply products that can be conveniently purchased during their grocery shopping trip.”

Bill Zeuch, senior vice president, new business development for OfficeMax said, “OfficeMax retail merchandising expertise is a strong asset for other retail outlets who include office supply products as non-core items. The Food Lion family is a great partner in this new program and we are excited to highlight the new back-to-school product mix with the many loyal Food Lion family customers.”

The new products will be displayed in the office and school supply section of the store, as well as merchandised in other store areas as appropriate.

About Food Lion Family
The Food Lion family, based in Salisbury, N.C., operates more than 1,300 supermarkets, either directly or through affiliated entities, under the names of Food Lion, Bloom, Harveys or Reid’s. These stores meet local customer needs and preferences for the freshest and best quality products. The Food Lion family employs approximately 74,000 associates in 11 Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states. For more information, visit www.foodlion.com.

About OfficeMax
OfficeMax Incorporated (NYSE: OMX) is a leader in both business-to- business office products solutions and retail office products. The OfficeMax mission is simple. We help our customers do their best work. The company provides office supplies and paper, in-store print and document services through OfficeMax ImPress®, technology products and solutions, and furniture to consumers and to large, medium and small businesses. OfficeMax customers are served by approximately 32,000 associates through direct sales, catalogs, e-commerce and more than 1,000 stores. To find the nearest OfficeMax, call 1-877-OFFICEMAX. For more information, visit www.officemax.com.

The Food Lion Family of Banners and Bottom Dollar Food Honored with Ninth Consecutive EPA ENERGY STAR Award

SALISBURY, N.C. - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently recognized the Food Lion Family of Banners and Bottom Dollar Food with a ninth consecutive ENERGY STAR award. The award, for sustained excellence, is the company's seventh consecutive honor in this category. The company was one of 50 companies recognized in the Sustained Excellence category and among 110 overall award winners.

"We are honored to receive this ENERGY STAR Sustained Excellence award and are committed to being strong corporate citizens in the communities in which we operate," said Kyle Mitchell, vice president of Store Development for the company. "The Food Lion Family of Banners and Bottom Dollar Food remain dedicated to environmental stewardship and are proud to continue to lead the way with energy conservation initiatives."

According to the EPA, organizations are recognized in one of three major categories: Sustained Excellence, Partner of the Year and Excellence. As a Sustained Excellence winner, the Food Lion Family of Banners and Bottom Dollar Food were recognized for continued energy consumption reductions, as well as a strong corporate commitment to promoting superior energy performance.

The Food Lion Family of Banners and Bottom Dollar Food have been leaders in the energy and environmental sector for many years and have one of the most advanced retail energy conservation programs in the country. For nearly a decade, the company has been dedicated to numerous sustainability initiatives, such as energy conservation and reducing carbon dioxide emissions throughout its 11-state footprint, reducing its energy consumption by more than 25 percent since 2000 or 2.61 trillion BTUs. Of the more than 1,570 grocery stores recognized by EPA for earning ENERGY STAR labels for superior energy efficiency, the Food Lion Family of Banners and Bottom Dollar Food have earned more than 900 of these labels.

About Food Lion Family
The Food Lion family, based in Salisbury, N.C., operates more than 1,300 supermarkets, either directly or through affiliated entities, under the names of Food Lion, Bloom, Harveys or Reid's. These stores meet local customer needs and preferences for the freshest and best quality products. The Food Lion family employs approximately 74,000 associates in 11 Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states. For more information, visit www.foodlion.com.

About Bottom Dollar Food
Bottom Dollar Food, based in Salisbury, N.C., operates 28 stores in North Carolina, Virginia and Maryland. Bottom Dollar Food is a full-shop discount grocer offering the most popular national brands and private brand products at everyday best prices. Bottom Dollar Food is redefining discount shopping with its lighthearted atmosphere and focus on fresh produce and quality meats. For more information, visit www.bottomdollarfood.com.

About ENERGY STAR
ENERGY STAR was introduced by EPA in 1992 as a voluntary, market-based partnership to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency. Today, the ENERGY STAR label can be found on more than 60 different kinds of products, new homes and commercial and industrial buildings. Products and buildings that have earned the ENERGY STAR designation prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy-efficiency specifications set by the government. Last year alone, Americans, with the help of ENERGY STAR, saved about $19 billion on their energy bills while reducing greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those of 29 million vehicles.

Emory Turner Named Store Manager of the Year for the Food Lion Family of Banners and Bottom Dollar Food

Harveys store manager received top honor among group of eight divisional winners

March 9, 2010

SALISBURY, N.C. — The Food Lion Family of Banners and Bottom Dollar Food recently recognized Emory Turner as the recipient of the 2009 Store Manager Excellence Award. Turner, who is the store manager of the Harveys Supermarket located at 246 South Main St., in Reidsville, Ga., was selected from a group of seven other divisional winners.

“This award is truly an honor,” said Turner. “I am grateful to be recognized along with this admirable group of store managers and appreciate all of the hard work and dedication put forth by our great team at the store in Reidsville and by the Harveys banner team.”

Turner has been a Harveys team member and store manager for 10 years. He was named the divisional winner for the Harveys banner in the 2008 Store Manager Excellence Awards. Turner currently resides in the Vidalia, Ga. area, with his wife, Diana and daughter, Leslie.

“Emory is the epitome of a great store manager,” said Tom Robinson, Harveys vice president and chief operating officer. “He is a leader amongst his peers and exemplifies the traits that Harveys is known for. Emory is a humble man, who loves what he does and I could not be prouder of him. His legacy at Harveys will be his years of training others, his flair for localized merchandising and his commitment to the people in the community he works and lives in.”

The Store Manager Excellence Award selection includes nine areas of focus, including associate development, leadership, strategic decision-making, cross-organizational collaboration and teamwork, executional excellence, extraordinary results, great customer experiences, community involvement and diversity and inclusion.

Divisional winners are selected from a group of 24 regional winners and more than 100 district winners. The seven additional divisional winners include:

Food Lion Northeastern Market
Lloyd Blydenburgh
135 Junction Drive
Ashland, VA 23005

Food Lion Mid-Atlantic Market
Joe Bove
75 Glen Road
Garner, NC 27529

Food Lion Southwestern Market
Merima Cuturic
3207 Eastway Drive
Charlotte, NC 28205

Food Lion Southeastern Market
Kenric Rivers
2144 Savannah Highway
Charleston, SC 29414

Bloom
Bill Williams
5227 Waterway Drive
Dumfries, VA 22026

Bottom Dollar Food
James Morton
1327 E. Dixie Drive
Asheboro, NC 27203

Reid’s
John Davis
2245 Charleston Highway
Cayce, SC 29033

About Food Lion Family

The Food Lion family, based in Salisbury, N.C., operates more than 1,300 supermarkets, either directly or through affiliated entities, under the names of Food Lion, Bloom, Harveys or Reid’s. These stores meet local customer needs and preferences for the freshest and best quality products. The Food Lion family employs approximately 74,000 associates in 11 Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states. For more information, visit www.foodlion.com.

About Bottom Dollar Food

Bottom Dollar Food, based in Salisbury, N.C., operates 28 stores in North Carolina, Virginia and Maryland. Bottom Dollar Food is a full-shop discount grocer offering the most popular national brands and private brand products at everyday best prices. Bottom Dollar Food is redefining discount shopping with its lighthearted atmosphere and focus on fresh produce and quality meats. For more information, visit www.bottomdollarfood.com.

Harveys Supermarkets' Bagger Places Second in National CompetitionBagger in Georgia' Danny Goodwin

February 18, 2010

SALISBURY, N.C. - Harveys Supermarkets bagger Danny Goodwin, the 'Best Bagger in Georgia,' finished second at the National Grocers Association (NGA) Best Bagger National Championship Thursday in Las Vegas.

Goodwin, a team member at Harveys Store 2349 in Waynesboro, Ga., competed against 25 other top baggers from grocers across the country. His second-place finish was the highest ever for Harveys and the state of Georgia.

Competitors had to bag a number of items, including bread, eggs, cereal, chips, canned goods, noodles, boxed cookies and boxed dinners into reusable bags. They were then judged on speed, weight distribution, correct placement of products, appearance and attitude.

Goodwin, 21, said the energy from the crowd and other competitors in the Paris Las Vegas Hotel was intense. Coworkers, family and friends of the competitors cheered wildly for their favorite baggers.

"It was really fun, extremely loud and very serious," said Goodwin, of Augusta, Ga. "Everybody was really fast. It was exciting!"

To prepare for the event, Goodwin practiced his bagging skills for four hours everyday for five months with Harveys' coworkers. His bagging strategy is simple - "block out the walls of the bag and put heavy products on the bottom. However, bagging for customers and training for the competition are totally different. You wouldn't bag people's groceries as fast or as heavy as this," he said.

Goodwin, a Harveys team member for five years, won top honors in the Georgia Food Industry Association (GFIA) State Best-Bagger Championship in July 2009, earning $2,000 in cash and prices and the opportunity to compete at the national competition.

"I'm thrilled for Danny!" said Tom Robinson, Harveys vice president and chief operating officer. "He's worked very hard on his training since he won the Georgia State Championship last summer. His coaches had him well prepared for the competition with the best baggers in the country. A good strategy and the spirit to win all came together perfectly for Danny and the Harveys team as he bagged his way to finish second place among the best of the best!"

Goodwin, who is studying accounting at Augusta State University, said although bagging groceries won't be part of his long-term future, he's learned a valuable life lesson.

"Whatever you're doing, try to be the best at it," he said. "Who would've thought a bagger out of Waynesboro, Ga., would be competing for the national bagging title?"

Goodwin, whose second-place finish earned him $5,000 in cash and prizes, said he plans to use his winnings to pay off his car, buy books for school and have a little left over to spend.

About Harveys

Harveys is an affiliate of Delhaize America, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 70 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Food Lion Banners and Bottom Dollar Food Donate $50,000 for Haiti Earthquake Relief

Donation will help fund American Red Cross relief efforts; Customers can learn more about how to help by visiting the company Web sites

January 18, 2010
SALISBURY, N.C. — Food Lion, Bloom, Harveys, Reid’s and Bottom Dollar Food announced today a $50,000 American Red Cross donation to assist victims of the recent earthquake in Haiti.

"Our thoughts are with those who are affected by this tragedy in Haiti, as well as victims' friends and family members who live in the communities we serve," said Chris Blumenthal, Community Affairs Manager. "Our company, and our associates and customers, have a long-standing history of responding to natural disaster relief efforts through financial donations, as well as food, water and other supplies. We are eager to support community and international needs for the Haiti relief effort, including this donation to the American Red Cross."

The $50,000 donation will be made to the American Red Cross to help support disaster relief and rebuilding efforts following this week’s earthquake in Haiti. Customers wishing to contribute to relief efforts can do so by visiting www.RedCross.org. Learn more at www.FoodLion.com/HaitiRelief, http://www.ShopBloom.com/HaitiRelief, www.bottomdollarfood.com/HaitiRelief or www.harveys-supermarkets.com/HaitiRelief.

About Food Lion Family

The Food Lion family, based in Salisbury, N.C., operates more than 1,300 supermarkets, either directly or through affiliated entities, under the names of Food Lion, Bloom, Harveys or Reid’s. These stores meet local customer needs and preferences for the freshest and best quality products. The Food Lion family employs approximately 74,000 associates in 11 Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states. For more information, visit www.foodlion.com.

About Bottom Dollar Food

Bottom Dollar Food, based in Salisbury, N.C., operates 28 stores in North Carolina, Virginia and Maryland. Bottom Dollar Food is a full-shop discount grocer offering the most popular national brands and private brand products at everyday best prices. Bottom Dollar Food is redefining discount shopping with its lighthearted atmosphere and focus on fresh produce and quality meats. For more information, visit www.bottomdollarfood.com.

Harveys Supermarkets Creates 86 Jobs with New Store in Springfield, Ga.

Grand opening set for Wednesday, Dec. 9

NASHVILLE, Ga. - Harveys Supermarkets is set to unveil its new store located at 1451 Highway 21 South in Springfield, Ga., with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 8:30 a.m.

Members of the Chamber of Commerce are scheduled to attend the ribbon-cutting, along with Harveys' leadership team. The store will also offer product sampling and giveaways throughout the day.

"Harveys is committed to providing an exceptional shopping experience for our customers," said Tom Robinson, vice president and chief operating office of Harveys Supermarkets. "We look forward to seeing everyone here in Springfield visiting our new store."

The 34,000 square foot store in Springfield will feature a large fresh produce department and a deli/bakery with in-store decorated cakes, specialty meats, cheeses and breads, as well as a large meat department featuring fresh beef, pork, poultry and seafood. The new store also offers a drive-through pharmacy, Western Union services, Rug Doctor rentals, ATM and Coinstar machine. The store will have approximately 86 team members, with 23 new positions added as a result of the new store.

Sean DuBois, a native of Lake City, Fla., will be the Store Manager. DuBois is a recent addition to the Harveys team, joining the company in November 2009 after more than 20 years with Publix.

"Harveys is a grocery store that really cares about its customers," said DuBois. "We're looking forward to being a part of the Springfield community and serving our new neighbors here."

The new store will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Saturday and 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday. Pharmacy hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and closed on Sunday.

About Harveys

Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 70 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Supermarkets Creates 65 Jobs with New Store in Macon, Ga.

Grand opening set for Wednesday, Nov. 4

SALISBURY, N.C. — Harveys Supermarkets is set to unveil its new store located at 1605 Shurling Drive in Macon, Ga., with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 4 at 8:30 a.m.

Members of the Chamber of Commerce are scheduled to attend the ribbon-cutting, along with Harveys’ leadership team. The store will also offer product sampling and giveaways throughout the day.

“Harveys is committed to providing an exceptional shopping experience for our customers,” said Tom Robinson, vice president and chief operating office of Harveys Supermarkets. “We’re inviting all of our new neighbors in Macon to visit our new store.”

The 43,000 square foot store in Macon will undergo a two-phase remodeling project to transform the store into a Harveys Supermarket. Phase one, completed prior to opening, involved cleaning, painting and a partial installation of Harveys décor, as well as a reorientation of the store. The store will feature a large fresh produce department and a deli/bakery with in-store decorated cakes, specialty meats, cheeses and breads, as well as a large meat department featuring fresh beef, pork, poultry and seafood. The new store also offers Western Union services, Rug Doctor rentals, ATM and Coinstar machine.

Phase two, which is set to be complete in early 2010, will see the completion of a pharmacy and a sit-down eating area for customers. The store will have approximately 80 associates, with 23 new positions added as a result of the new store.

James Fowler, a native of Waycross, Ga., will be the Store Manager. Fowler has been with Harveys for nearly 14 years, joining the company as a store manager trainee.

“We look forward to introducing Harveys to the Macon community,” said Fowler. “We’re dedicated to providing great customer service and support for our neighbors in Macon.”

The new store will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Saturday and 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday.

About Harveys

Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 70 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Hosting Last Hahira Pick-In

Bluegrass Festival Schedule for Nov. 7

SALISBURY, N.C. — Harveys Supermarket will host the Great Hahira Pick-In Bluegrass Festival on Saturday, Nov. 7 from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. The event is free to the public and will feature the Hahira Bluegrass Band.

“The Hahira Pick-In is a long-standing tradition in this area,” said Lisa Overman, marketing manager for Harveys Supermarkets. “We’re looking forward to participating in this event with our neighbors.”

The event will also feature Marty Rybon, Valerie Smith and Liberty Pike, as well as Red and Chris Henry, Thin Ice, Volume Five and the Cross Creek Cloggers. Food vendors will be set up on site for the event.

Harveys will be a part of the new Gateway Development, which will be built on the Pick-In Park property and is scheduled to open mid-2010.

For more information on the Pick-In, please contact Avery Walden at 229-794-8588 or avery@southernallied.com.

About Harveys

Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 70 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Executive, Tom Robinson, Named Chairman of the Georgia Food Industry Association

SALISBURY, N.C. — Tom Robinson, vice president and chief operating office of Harveys Supermarkets, has been named chairman of the Georgia Food Industry Association (GFIA). He will serve as chairman for a two-year term.

"It is an honor to be named chairman of the Georgia Food Industry Association," said Robinson. "I have been involved with GFIA for a number of years and I highly respect the organization. I look forward to working with the board members and leading the association for the next two years."

The Georgia Food Industry Association is a trade association dedicated to representing the interests of Georgia’s grocers and suppliers to legislators and regulatory agencies. It represents more than 200 chain and independent retail members operating more than 700 stores, along with 12 wholesale members operating across the state.

In his role with GFIA, Robinson will oversee all board operations and activities. He will also work closely with the GFIA president, Kathy Kuzava, to manage the effectiveness of the board directors and committees and ensure the organization meets its goals over the next two years.

"Tom’s energy level and his commitment to excellence make him a perfect fit as the Georgia Food Industry’s newest chairman,” said Kuzava. “I am confident in his ability to provide a lasting contribution to the association in his role as chairman."

As vice president and chief operating office of Harveys Supermarkets, Robinson is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the company’s retail stores and distribution network. Prior to joining the Harveys banner, he was vice president of Retail Operations for both Food Lion’s Central and Southern Divisions.

Robinson earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from East Carolina University. He currently serves as a director for the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Hall of Fame and is a national vice president of the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

About Harveys

Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 70 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Executive Named to National Board of Muscular Dystrophy Association

SALISBURY, N.C. - Tom Robinson, vice president and chief operating office of Harveys Supermarkets, has been named a national vice president of the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). This appointment marks the third year Robinson has served in this position for MDA.

At its July 10, 2009 meeting in Los Angeles, the MDA Board of Directors elected a roster of vice presidents that includes names such as former NFL star Tiki Barber, August Busch IV, president of Anheuser Busch, Olympic Gold medalist Nadia Comaneci, Casey Kasem, Larry King and president of Harley Davidson, James McCaslin.

In 2008, Robinson led Harveys Supermarkets' more than 4,000 team members in South Carolina, Georgia and Florida to raise more than $236,000 for MDA. In 12 years, Harveys has raised nearly $2 million for MDA by selling shamrocks at registers and through an annual golf tournament.

As vice president and chief operating office of Harveys Supermarkets, Robinson is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the company's retail stores and distribution network. In his nearly 27 years at Food Lion LLC, Robinson has served as a store manager, grocery buyer, purchasing manager and director of Category Management. Prior to joining the Harveys banner, he was vice president of Retail Operations for both Food Lion's Central and Southern Divisions.

Robinson earned a bachelor's degree in business administration from East Carolina University. He currently serves as a director for the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Hall of Fame and is the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Georgia Food Industry Association.

About Harveys

Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 70 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Supermarkets Offers Hometown Educational Rewards to Help Area Schools

Last year's program raised $150,000 for local schools

SALISBURY, N.C. - Harveys Supermarkets is launching its Hometown Educational Rewards program. The program allows shoppers to link their Harveys Hometown Rewards Key to participating area schools. As shoppers use their card, they can raise funds for the school of their choice to purchase valuable educational equipment. The program begins on August 1, 2009 and will last through March 31, 2010.

"Everyone is being challenged by these touch economic times, including our schools," said Tom Robinson, vice president and chief operating officer of Harveys. "By participating in the Harveys Hometown Educational Rewards program, our shoppers get the enhanced savings that come with the Hometown Rewards Key, as well as the chance to help provide much-needed educational resources for our local schools."

Customers can enroll in the program online at www.harveys-supermarkets.com or by calling 1-800-352-4658. Once a customer's Rewards Key is linked to a school, each purchase made with that Rewards Key earns the school points for various learning tools. Schools can redeem those points for items such as computers, musical instruments, sports equipment, software, books, art supplies and more than 2,000 other useful learning tools. Last year, Harveys helped 228 school purchase $150,000 in educational resources.

About Harveys

Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 70 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Supermarkets' Bagger Wins State Competition

Danny Goodwin Wins Title of 'Best Bagger in Georgia'

SALISBURY, N.C. - Harveys Supermarkets has won its second consecutive Georgia State Best-Bagger Championship, with Danny Goodwin of Augusta, Ga., taking top honors at this year's Georgia Food Industry Association (GFIA) competition.

Goodwin, who is employed at the Harveys located at 208 W. 6th St., in Waynesboro, Ga., has worked at Harveys for nearly five years.

"Participating in this competition was a terrific experience and honor," said Goodwin. "I share this win with everyone at Harvey's, especially my colleagues who helped me train for the competition."

Goodwin competed against four baggers from other Georgia retailers in two rounds, plastic bag and reusable bag, taking first place in both rounds. Competitors must bag a number of items, including bread, eggs, cereal, chips, canned goods, noodles, boxed cookies and boxed dinners into three plastic bags and then two reusable bags. They are then judged on speed, weight distribution and correct placement of products.

As the winner of the Georgia state competition, Goodwin wins more than $2,000 in cash and prizes, as well as the opportunity to go to Las Vegas in February 2010 to compete for the national title.

"We are extremely proud of Danny's excellent performance in the competition and Harveys' ability to take back-to-back state titles in this competition," said Tom Robinson, vice president and chief operating officer of Harveys. "Danny dedicated many hours in preparing for the event and we look forward to his success in Las Vegas at the national competition."

To prepare for the event, Goodwin practiced his bagging skills for four hours everyday for five months with Harveys training specialist Teresa Hutcheson. He intends to continue to practice and hone his skills for the February event.

About Harveys

Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 70 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Supermarkets to Open New Store in Sandersville, Ga.

Grand opening set for Wednesday, June 17; New Store Creates 23 Jobs

SALISBURY, N.C. - Harveys Supermarkets is set to unveil its new store located at 306 South Harris Street in Sandersville, Ga., with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 17 at 9 a.m. The first 200 customers to enter the store will receive a free reusable bag filled with groceries.

Local officials and Chamber members are scheduled to attend the ribbon-cutting, along with Harveys' leadership team. The store will also offer product sampling and giveaways throughout the day.

The 33,542 square foot store in Sandersville will feature a large fresh produce department and a deli/bakery with in-store decorated cakes, specialty meats, cheeses and breads, as well as a large meat department featuring fresh beef, pork, poultry and seafood. The new store also offers Western Union services, Rug Doctor rentals, ATM and Coinstar machine. The store will have approximately 80 associates, with 23 new positions added as a result of the new store.

Jaime O'Dell, a native of Swainsboro, Ga., will be the Store Manager. O'Dell has been a Store Manager with Harveys for five years and is proud to bring a new Harveys store to the community.

"We look forward to unveiling our new store to the Sandersville community," said O'Dell. "We enjoy being a part of this community and hope to see all of our neighbors shopping in their new Harveys."

The new store will be open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. It will be an offset of the Harveys located at 1232 South Harris Street in Sandersville, which will close on Tuesday, June 16. All associates will move to the new store.

About Harveys

Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 70 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Monitors Swine Flu Outbreak

Company prepared to respond quickly to protect customers and associates

Harveys Supermarkets wants to assure you that we are closely monitoring the swine flu outbreak in Mexico and the United States. The company is taking appropriate precautions to protect our customers and associates.

Harveys reminds you that the swine flu is not a food safety issue since the swine flu is not transmitted via food. As noted by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA), all pork and poultry products are safe to eat. The government will continue to work with food suppliers to monitor the nation’s food supply system to ensure the safety of food products in the United States. As always, Harveys encourages customers to follow safe meat handling procedures and cooking processes, including cooking pork at temperatures of 160 degrees or higher.

We will continue to monitor the situation to make sure we are fully prepared to protect and support our customers and associates. We fully understand the critical service we provide to our communities and will be prepared to continue to serve our customers throughout this event. We appreciate your business and look forward to continuing to serve you.

Harveys Announces Sweepstakes Winners

Nashville, Ga. (November 20, 2008) - Harveys Supermarkets “Come Home to Harveys” in-store sweepstakes, sponsored by Glaceau, recently presented “Home Tech Packages” to the winners. The sweepstakes ran from October 1 to October 28, 2008. Hundreds of entries were submitted by Harveys shoppers to each of Harveys Supermarkets in Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina. The Home Tech Package grand prize winner of a MacBook Air Laptop Computer and Printer, was Justin Griner of Statesboro, Georgia. The grand prize has a $2000. approximate retail value. Two first prizes of MacBook laptops with printers valued at $1200, were awarded to Carol Roberson of Hazelhurst, Georgia and Lisa DeGannes of Tallahassee, Florida. Three second prizes of an Ipod Nano with a $50.00 itunes card were also awarded. The second prize winners are Karen Zachery of Albany, Georgia, Alexis Finniessee of Valdosta, Georgia and Elender Toure of Jacksonville, Georgia.

Currently, Harveys is offering a sweepstakes sponsored by Flowers Bakery. The current sweepstakes, Sunrise with Flowers, offers a Sunrise Gift Basket filled with Flowers Bakery products, a Harveys shopping card valued at $10. and a Harveys Recipe book. The Sunrise Gift Basket promotion ends November 25, 2008. This sweepstakes awards twenty-eight Sunrise Gift Baskets for the twenty-eight day period.

For complete rules, winners and all sweepstakes information, visit the promotional page.

About Harveys
Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates approximately 70 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Supermarket Gas Giveaway Promotional

Nashville, Ga. (July 8, 2008) - Harveys grocery stores, in a new promotion, are offering $25 gas cards to customers. When shoppers use their Harveys Hometown Rewards Key eight times (spending a minimum of $35 each time from July 16 to Sept. 9), they will receive a $25 gas card.

Harveys customers will be given a ticket after each ($35 minimum) purchase. Harveys shoppers must save eight tickets in order to claim their reward. After the customer has received his or her second gas card reward, the shopper is no longer eligible for the promotion.

This promotion is exclusive to the following Harveys stores in Brunswick and Moultrie, Ga.,:

• 341 Venture Drive, Brunswick, Ga. 31525 (912) 264-0698
• 5711 Altama Ave., Brunswick, Ga. 31525 (912) 262-0097
• 284 Hyde Park Commons, Brunswick, Ga. 31520 (912) 267-1759
• 1209 First Ave. SE, Moultrie, Ga. 31768 (229) 985-0766.

About Harveys
Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates approximately 70 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Newly Remodeled Store Celebrations Set for Wednesday

Nashville, Ga. (April 7, 2008) – Harveys Supermarkets is unveiling its newly remodeled stores in Thomasville on Wed., April 9th at 7 a.m. The stores, located at 1404 E. Jackson St. and 309 Smith Ave., have been undergoing renovations for a number of months.

The newly redesigned store on East Jackson Street will feature larger departments, a brand new organic foods section and relocated pharmacy. The Smith Avenue store will have a brand new deli department. Both stores will feature an increased variety of products, upgraded check stands, buggies and entrance, as well as an open floor plan for shopping convenience.

“We are looking forward to offering upgraded stores with new displays and new departments to better serve our customers,” said Lisa Smith, brand manager. “Our goal is to provide exceptional customer care and having a refreshed store enables the Harveys team to welcome our family, friends and neighbors into their home town Harveys grocery store.”

Both stores will continue to offer a large meat department featuring fresh beef, pork, poultry and seafood, as well as a wide selection of international and specialty items and fresh-cut floral items.

The store manager at the East Jackson Street location is Joey Futch. Hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sundays. The phone number at the store is 229-225-1874.

The store manager at the Smith Avenue location is Rocky Johnson. Hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays. The phone number at the store is 229-228-7831.

About Harveys
Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 69 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Newly Remodeled Store Celebration Set for Wednesday

Nashville, Ga. (April 7, 2008) – Harveys Supermarkets is unveiling its newly remodeled store in Waycross on Wed., April 9th at 7 a.m. The store, located at 510 Tebeau St., has been undergoing renovations for a number of months.

The newly redesigned store will feature a full-service deli/bakery department with in-store decorated cakes, specialty meats, cheeses and breads, new shelving and décor, upgraded lighting, restrooms and floors and a new, open floor plan for shopping convenience. The store will also have an increased product selection and begin carrying beer and wine.

“We are looking forward to offering an upgraded store with new displays and new departments to better serve our customers,” said Lisa Smith, brand manager. “Our goal is to provide exceptional customer care and having a refreshed store enables the Harveys team to welcome our family, friends and neighbors into their home town Harveys grocery store.”

The store manager’s name is Levon Shatteen. Hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays and the store’s telephone number is 912-283-4600.

The store will continue to offer a large meat department featuring fresh beef, pork, poultry and seafood, a wide selection of international and specialty items and fresh-cut floral items.

About Harveys
Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 69 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Collecting Donations for Local Food Banks

Nashville, Ga. (February 29, 2008) - Beginning the week of March 3, 2008, Harveys Supermarkets will be collecting donations for the Food Bank of Southwest Georgia located in Albany, Ga., as well as America's Second Harvest of the Big Bend in Tallahassee, Fla.

Harveys recognizes the dire need for supplies in these locations and is actively working to help eliminate hunger and malnutrition in southwest Georgia and northern Florida.

"We share the food bank's commitment to help those in need and we are thrilled to partner with them in this endeavor," said Lisa Smith, brand manager for Harveys Supermarkets. "We heard their inventory was down and we want to help out in any way that we can."

Bins will be set up in Harveys stores to collect donations of canned goods, personal hygiene items and baby items to restock the shelves at the food banks.

About Harveys
Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 69 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

Harveys Executive Elected Vice-Chairman of the GFIA Board

Tom Robinson, vice president and chief operating officer of Harveys Supermarkets was inducted as vice-chairman of the Georgia Food Industry Association during the association's annual convention. Robinson will serve as vice chairman until 2009, when he will take over as association chairman.

"Tom's strong leadership background will be a tremendous asset in moving the association to the next level," according to GFIA president Kathy Kuzava.

The Georgia Food Industry Association (GFIA) is a non-profit, statewide trade association representing Georgia's grocery industry. The GFIA represents over 350 members, including independent and chain grocers, grocery wholesalers and grocery supplier companies. The GFIA serves its membership by fostering positive relationships among constituents through legislative and regulatory representation, member services and events, education and communication.

Harveys Supermarkets Honored by Muscular Dystrophy Association

September 11, 2005

Harveys supermarkets has been named a 2007 Telethon Incentive Award winner by the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Harveys raised $199,220 to support MDA’s programs of research, services and information for people with any of 40 neuromuscular diseases. Harveys has supported MDA for 11 years.

Harveys held a number of fundraising events on the way to raising more than $199,000 for MDA. Associates sold Shamrocks mobiles, hosted a golf tournament, sponsored bake sales, held drawings, and sold hot dogs and food at its annual Grillin’ Contest.

“We take this seriously, but we have a lot of fun,” said Tom Robinson, Harveys vice president and chief operating officer, who is also an MDA national vice president. “Harveys’ employees are committed to helping ‘Jerry’s Kids’ and our vendors and customers have big hearts. It’s kind of a family affair.”

Tom Robinson Named to National Board of Muscular Dystrophy Association

Led Harveys’ efforts in raising more than $110,000 for MDA

Tom Robinson, vice president and chief operating officer of Harveys, has been named a national vice president of the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Robinson was re-elected to serve another one-year term by the Association’s Board of Directors, which met in Los Angeles July 13. He has led Harveys’ efforts to raise more than $110,000 for the organization.

Gerald Weinberg, president and CEO of the Muscular Dystrophy Association Inc., with headquarters in Tucson, Ariz., informed Robinson July 17 of his re-election as a national vice president of the Association.

“We’re deeply grateful for all you’ve done, and continue to do, to help advance the Association’s programs of research and services,” Weinberg said.

Robinson has led the Harveys’ 4,000 or so team members throughout Georgia and Florida in fundraising efforts for MDA. Harveys team members most recently raised $110,397 for MDA through Harveys “Shamrock Against Dystrophy” campaign, bake sales, drawings, hot dog sales and many other special events.

Monies raised during the campaign will fund programs and services for those individuals affected by neuromuscular diseases in the Northwest Florida and Southwest Georgia areas. MDA is a voluntary health agency working to defeat more than 40 neurological diseases through programs of worldwide research, comprehensive services, and far-reaching professional and public health education.

As vice president and chief operating officer of the Harveys supermarket chain, Robinson is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the company’s retail stores and distribution network. In his more than 20-year tenure at Food Lion, Robinson served as a store manager, grocery buyer, purchasing manager and director of category management. Prior to joining Harveys, he was vice president of retail operations for Food Lion’s Southern Division and served previously as vice president of retail operations for the company’s Central Division.

Robinson has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from East Carolina University. He also currently serves as a director for the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Hall of Fame, and is vice chair of the Board of Directors for the Georgia Food Industry Association.

Harveys Supermarkets Honored by National Weather Service

June 14, 2007

(L to R) Scott Rayder- NOAA Chief of Staff, Lisa Smith-Harveys Supermarkets, Jack Elrod-writer and illustrator of the Mark Trail cartoon ,Yolanda Amadeo-WALB, Mary Glackin-Assistant Administrator for Weather Services.

NASHVILLE, GA - Harveys Supermarkets will be awarded the Mark Trail award by the National Weather Service during a June 21, 2007 ceremony in Washington, D.C. Now in its 11th year, the Mark Trail Award program honors individuals and organizations that use or provide NOAA Weather Radio receivers and transmitters to save lives and protect property.

Harveys Supermarkets, a Food Lion LLC affiliate, has been selling the weather radios to help raise awareness of the importance of early warnings for severe weather. During the promotion, all 68 stores participated in the promotion.

Spearheading the promotion was Lisa Smith, brand manager for Harveys Supermarkets. Along with local weather host Yolanda Armadeo, Smith appeared regularly during weather segments on WALB-TV.

"We are very excited to receive the Mark Trail Award and we hope that it will encourage other individuals and companies in our community to realize the importance of the NOAA Weather Radio," said Smith. "We have had customers tell us that these radios literally saved their lives because they were able to get to shelter before a storm struck."

The Mark Trail Awards are named for the nationally syndicated comic strip character that serves as the campaign symbol for the NOAA Weather Radio All-Hazards program. Since 1995, Jack Elrod, writer and illustrator of Mark Trail, and King Features Syndicate have been strong advocates for publicizing severe weather safety through the use of the radios. In recent years, the strip's education message has included the fact that anyone listening to NOAA Weather Radio All-Hazards has instant access to the same lifesaving weather reports and all-hazards information provided to meteorologists, emergency personnel and the media.

About Harveys
Harveys is an affiliate of Food Lion LLC, a subsidiary of Brussels based Delhaize Group (DEG) (NYSE:DEG). Harveys operates 68 stores in Georgia, Florida and South Carolina.

About Food Lion
Food Lion LLC is a subsidiary of Brussels-based Delhaize Group (NYSE: DEG). Food Lion LLC operates approximately 1,300 supermarkets, either directly or through affiliated entities, under the names of Food Lion, Bloom, Bottom Dollar, Harveys and Reid's. These stores meet local customer needs and preferences for the freshest and best quality products. Food Lion LLC employs approximately 73,000 associates in 11 Southeast and Mid-Atlantic states.

NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards: On Alert For All Emergencies

Harveys Hit Hard in Americus, Ga., Bounces Back to Serve the Community

March 7, 2007

With two stores initially closed by the tornados in Americus, Ga., the Harveys team quickly mobilized to get the stores open as soon as possible, and to aid the community.

Prior to the deadly tornados, which devastated parts of the south, there were four supermarkets serving Americus, Ga. After the storm, the Winn Dixie in town was a total loss and the Wal-Mart sustained considerable damage. Though both Harveys stores were initially closed, one was open and running by mid-afternoon the day after the storm, and the second was reopened three and a half days later.

On the scene in Americus was Harveys Brand Manager, Lisa Smith, who assisted in getting the stores back up to serve our customers and helped coordinate donations and volunteer efforts to help the victims. Harveys donated two truckloads of water and two truckloads of ice through the Red Cross.

“I am thankful for our company and the humanitarian efforts that went into this disaster relief,” Smith said. “We were also able to donate fruit, sausage and lunch meat, which was in high demand. We had vendors who truly stepped up to the plate to help in this time of need by offering products to cook and their presence to help cook and serve.”

The JohnBoy and Billy’s Grillin’ Team came with their big grill and cooked hamburgers, hot dogs and pork loin for two and a half days. According to Smith, the disaster victims were so grateful and appreciative of the food that Harveys was giving away. “Looking back,” she said, “we estimate having cooked enough to serve 2,500 people.”

“Although I was there and know that Harveys did a good deed by feeding the victims, community service workers, our associates and anyone who was in need, understand that we were only a few in a mass of many. I was touched by the number of volunteers. I thank each person with Food Lion LLC who contributed their time and efforts to this disaster relief.”

Harveys Supermarkets opens their 1st South Carolina Store

March 8, 2006

NASHVILLE, Ga. - Harveys Supermarkets opened their 1st South Carolina Store on Wednesday, March 6, 2006 in Ridgeland. With vendors in the parking lot serving up Bar-B-Q sandwiches and the Hershey’s kiss character passing out chocolate, it was a day to be around for goodies and give aways. This makes 68 stores for the supermarket chain with another 6 opening thru June 2006.

Ms. Iris Harvey Smith, author of the Recipe Corner Cookbook hamming it up with the Dole Banana. Ms. Smith was in Ridgeland promoting and autographing copies of the book that includes 28 years of the Best recipes from the Recipe Corner.

The store is located at US 278 & I-95 in Ridgeland, SC 29936.

New Harveys Store Quick Win with Customers

December 29, 2005

NASHVILLE, Ga. - The newest Harveys store opened Dec. 14 in Baxley, Ga., to rave reviews. Loyal customers, newcomers and employees alike praised the newly upgraded, modern Harveys location.

“We are very proud of our newest Harveys store. It offers the personal attention of all Harveys locations, with a fresh coat of paint,” said John Williams, district manager for Harveys. “Our smiling, friendly employees and the crisp facility make for a great shopping experience.”

The newest Baxley store offers a daily, ready-to-eat lunch and dinner buffet, including home-style, freshly cooked meals. The deli and bakery provide customers many of their favorite entrées and sides without the task of cooking at home.

Harveys takes pride in offering exceptional customer service and the best low prices. “We believe our contemporary Harveys store provides a great facility to continue our long history of meeting our communities’ grocery needs,” Williams said. “Our store manager, Dana Kennedy, is a local gentleman, who knows our people and our business. That’s Harveys.”

The store is located at 106 East Parker St. - Suite 1, Baxley, GA 31513.

Harveys Best Now on Sale

December 21, 2005

NASHVILLE, Ga. - By popular demand and just in time for the holidays, Ms. Iris Harvey Smith, daughter of Harveys’ founder, J. H. Harvey, Sr., has released a compilation of over 200 pages of tried and true Harveys recipes. A labor of love over the last 27 years, Smith has produced a weekly ad recipe in the “Recipe Corner” by first creating and testing the recipe followed by ensuring all ingredients are available at all Harveys stores.

The cookbook, Harveys Best from the Recipe Corner, available at all Harveys stores, is $14.95, plus tax. It includes classic home-cooking recipes for appetizers and beverages, breads, desserts and candies, pasta, meats, salads, sandwiches, soups, vegetables, gifts and much more.

Be sure to stop by any of our Harveys locations and pick up a copy of this must-have recipe favorite!

Tom Robinson Assumes Leadership Post at Harveys

September 1, 2005

NASHVILLE, Ga. - Completing an extended transition period, Tom Robinson has assumed full responsibility as vice president and chief operating officer of the Harveys supermarket chain. Robinson joined Harveys earlier this year and succeeds Benny Ensley, who has retired.

As the vice president and chief operating officer, Robinson is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Harveys retail stores and distribution network, located in Georgia and Florida. Harveys was founded in 1950 and has established a reputation for friendly stores offering a superb selection of fresh produce and meats.

Prior to joining Harveys, Robinson served as a corporate leader at Food Lion. As vice president of retail operations for Food Lion’s Southern Division, he oversaw 243 supermarkets in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. He was responsible for the overall operations of the stores, including strategic planning, associate development, quality assurance, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Previously, he served as vice president of store operations for the company’s Central Division.

In his more than 20-year tenure at Food Lion, Robinson served as a store manager, grocery buyer, purchasing manager and director of category management.

Robinson has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from East Carolina University. He is married and has three sons.

J.H. Harvey Co., LLC is a subsidiary of Delhaize America, the U.S. division of Brussels-based Delhaize Group (NYSE: DEG). Harveys operates 66 stores and employs approximately 3,500 team members delivering the finest quality products and service to its customers in Georgia and Florida.

J.H. Harvey Jr., Legendary Georgia Grocer Succumbs to Cancer

August 18, 2005

NASHVILLE, Ga. - Joseph Hillman Harvey Jr., known throughout central and south Georgia as Joe Harvey, the man behind the Harveys supermarket chain, died today after a long battle with cancer.

Harvey, 76, started working in his father’s grocery stores when he was five years old and helped found the J.H. Harvey Company Inc., in 1950. Emphasizing friendly customer service and a wide selection of fresh meats and local products, the Harveys chain grew from a handful of stores in the early 1950s to 45 locations in Georgia and north Florida in 2003, when he sold the company to Delhaize Group, the parent company of Food Lion.

Mr. Joe Harvey understood completely the bond that exists between a family and its local grocery store, said Tom Robinson, Harveys chief operating officer. He believed in no excuses and shouldered 100 percent of the responsibility for Harveys. He instilled in every Harveys store three basic principles exceptional customer care, low prices and developing the best team members in the grocery business.

Through the years, Harveys customers felt as if they knew Joe Harvey personally from his TV commercials and frequent store visits. From the early 1950s until 2005, when his health declined significantly, he never missed a store grand opening, where he would personally welcome customers. His desire was that Harveys stores always lived up to the company motto, The Friendliest Store in Town.

Born in 1929 in Nashville, Harvey served customers iced soft drinks in his father’s store when he was 5 years old. By the time he was nine, he worked daily in the store and did so until he graduated from high school. After attending college, Harvey returned to the family business and was appointed secretary of the J.H. Harvey Co. at age 21. In 1980 he became president and CEO of the company and was made chairman of its board in 1989.

In 2003, Harvey negotiated the sale of the company to Delhaize Group, which has grown the chain to 66 stores, serving 500,000 customers weekly in Georgia and north Florida. After the 2003 sale, Harvey maintained a lesser role with the company, continuing to appear at store openings and other events. In 2004, Mercer University in Macon, Ga., awarded Harvey an honorary doctor of commerce in recognition of his accomplishments and contribution to the food industry in the state of Georgia.

Harvey is survived by his wife, Martha Brumley Harvey, and several children, grand children and great-grand children. Memorial services will be Saturday, August 20th, 11:00 AM at Strickland Memorial Stadium at Epworth by the Sea, St. Simons Island, Georgia. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials be sent to Epworth by the Sea, P. O. Box 20407, St. Simons Island, GA 31522.

Mr. Harvey will be missed. He has certainly left a legacy in the stores he built, the customers he served and the fine persons he employed, Robinson said. Harveys customers can take comfort knowing our stores will honor the memory of Mr. Harvey by remaining the friendliest grocer in town.

J.H. Harvey Co., LLC is a subsidiary of Delhaize America, the U.S. division of Brussels-based Delhaize Group (NYSE: DEG). Harveys operates 66 stores and employs approximately 3,500 team members delivering the finest quality products and service to its customers in Georgia and Florida.