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Fry's Food and Drug Announces Director of Public Relations

TOLLESON, Ariz., June 20, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Fry's Food and Drug had named Kendra Merritt Doyel Director of Public Relations. Kendra will oversee Fry's newly established Public Relations department.

Kendra has worked with Fry's since 1998. In her previous role as Pharmacy Operations Supervisor, she oversaw the management of 39 pharmacies. In her new position, Kendra will be responsible for all public and media relations, community affairs and direct customer communications.

"I am extremely excited about this opportunity to work closely with local organizations in the communities we serve," said Kendra, Public Relations Director. "Fry's has a long history of being an active community member. We plan to continue that tradition with the goal of making our involvement even more impactful."

"At Fry's, we look at ways to improve the shopping experience for our customers. We also know just how important it is to be a good community partner," said Mike Donnelly, President, Fry's Food and Drug. "In her new position, Kendra will improve Fry's ability to respond to our customers' needs in their communities."

About Fry's Food and Drug

Fry's is headquartered in Tolleson, Arizona and employs more than 14,000 Arizona residents. The 112 Fry's Food and Drug Stores, including 19 Fry's Marketplace stores, service more than two million customers per week. Fry's Food and Drug Stores is a proud member of The Kroger Company based in Cincinnati, Ohio. For more information please visit the company Web site at www.frysfood.com.

CONTACT:  Heil-Brice Retail Advertising
          Anna Jackson
          Public Relations
          (949) 644-7477
          a.jackson@hbra.com