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ContentsNovember 2015

Gift of ServiceBattle wounds led this store manager to the path of giving back.

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Voices 2The Guide 7Inside Walmart 13We Are Walmart 28Milestones 30Checkout 55My Sam Story 64

7Great Gifts for Less Than $25

Make Your Table Unique

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18How Star Wars Became a Big Bet

This lightbulb logo shines a light on the veterans featured throughout this issue.

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So we are going to approach philanthropy with the same lack of reverence we gave to the traditional methods of retail business when we started out there.Sam Walton

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Voices / Welcome

FROM THE EDITORS

This time of year is about recognizing the good in our lives and the things we’re thankful for. That’s why so much of this issue focuses on veterans and volunteers—we’re thankful for those whose service to others makes the world a better place. Of course, this issue also offers advice to help you help customers—because exceptional service can make customers’ lives better, too. THE EDITORS

Remembering Ferold

No responsibility can be accepted for unsolicited manuscripts or photographs, which must be accompanied by a self-addressed stamped envelope. The views expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those of the publisher or Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Walmart World is a proprietary publication of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., and is intended for use by Walmart at its discretion. The editor reserves the right to select and edit letters for publication. Some stories may appear in other publications, including those intended for external audiences. All material that you submit to Walmart World shall become the property of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., and submission shall be deemed a transfer of all right, title, and interest to the materials submitted. Walmart World is not responsible for verifying the accuracy of material submitted by our readers. The views and opinions expressed on third-party websites do not necessarily state or re� ect those of Walmart World and are not meant to substitute for professional advice.

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Ferold Arend, Walmart’s first corporate president and chief operating officer, passed away on Oct. 8, 2015, at the age of 90. Ferold started working for Sam Walton in 1966, when only a handful of Walmart stores existed. By the time he retired in

1982, there were more than 500. In his time at Walmart, Ferold streamlined store operations and frequently spoke on the importance of personal integrity. His Walmart World column, which often appeared alongside Sam’s, held invaluable teachings for all Walmart associates. His role in Walmart’s success was recognized by Sam, who said, in 1978, “I don’t know of anyone who has contributed more toward our total success as a retail company than Ferold Arend.”

Ferold’s name will live on as part of Walmart through The Walmart Museum, home of the Ferold Arend Studio, which is used for interviews with those who have shaped our company’s history and for public radio broadcasts in Northwest Arkansas.

Editor in chiefJohn [email protected]

Content managerAmanda Foster

Editorial inquiries: [email protected]

Why We’re Thankful

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Voices / Just Promoted

Bryan Morrison

Dedication, loyalty, respect, teamwork: Sam Walton brought a lot of military values to Walmart.Bryan Morrison

Promoted to: co-manager, Store 5192, Sacramento, Calif.

What His Manager Says “Bryan works side by side with people and teaches them. If they’re not a good fit in one area, he moves them to areas where they can be successful. He’s fair and consistent, and he holds everyone accountable but earns the respect of the associates. His leadership is contagious.” Steve Tapp, former store manager, Store 5979, Lincoln, Calif. (now store manager, Store 1760, Folsom, Calif.)

What Bryan Says“As an assistant manager [at Store 5979], I wasn’t afraid to get my hands dirty. I get that from the military. Our call-ins were terrible, but I’d get in there, throw freight, and talk to the associates. They saw me out there and didn’t want me to have to throw twice as much, and the call-ins decreased. It’s about respect.”

Lessons From Bryan· Get your hands dirty.· Communicate with your co-workers.· Earn people’s respect.

Have you recently been promoted? Tell us at [email protected]. Learn more about career opportunities at Walmart at careers.walmart.com.

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Voices / You Said It

How does your store or facility give back

to your community?

There are churches and food banks in our community that help the underprivileged, and our store gives to them on a daily basis. We keep track on the computer of what we give and how much. It makes a big difference for a lot of people.

Barbara Smallwood, cash office associate, Store 3249, Coats, N.C.

My personal favorite is when we take donations for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. We do a competition with neighboring stores to see who can get the most. It pushes everybody to work hard and get as much as they can.

Kyle Meyerhofer, department manager, bakery, Store 3891, Waukegan, Ill.

My family is Native American—Choctaw. We did an event where some of my family members educated people about the tribe. They brought food, wore traditional dress, and talked about our history. On the same day, we had the police department, fire department, and some other organizations set up outside to hand out pamphlets and balloons and educate people about what they do.

Justin Davis, office associate, Store 893, Lindsay, Okla.

We have an annual event downtown to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Lucie County. It’s like a big carnival. Managers and associates volunteer for the booths, and we do a food and toy drive for families.

Lisa Williams, asset protection, Distribution Center 7038, Fort Pierce, Fla.

What’s Your Take?Share your thoughts about great events you’ve been involved in at walmartworld.com/GivingBack.

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Walmart’s Past, Online or in PersonAt The Walmart Museum in Bentonville, Ark., you can see Sam Walton’s 1979 Ford F150 (the steering wheel still bears the chew marks of hunting dog Ol’ Roy), now a symbol of Sam’s frugality. Can’t make it to Bentonville? Visit WalmartMuseum.com/SamsTruck to learn more.

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Spending on holiday gifts rose from 2013 to 2014. But budgets still matter this year, especially as Christmas lists grow. Are your customers wondering what to get? Turn the page for ideas that can help.

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Help Customers Find Just-Right Gifts for Everyone

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GiftsUnder

Help customers find gifts to match any

personality with these top picks from

Walmart buyers and category leaders.

The Guide to Gifts for Everybody

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The buyer says: “Customers vote with their wallets, and we keep seeing them buy rawhide, treats, and toys like the Sumo, which is $5 less than our competitors. You fill it with treats, and dogs just love going after it!” Michael Smith, senior buyer, pets

Animal Lover

DogsLove This

Sumo Super Durable Chew

Toy, 9.82

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Keep Your Pup Cozy

Dog Sweaters, 4.97

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Tasty TreatsHoliday Time Rawhide Cane, 33 inches, 9.72

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Perfect for Oven and Stovetop The Pioneer

Woman Timeless Cast Iron 10-inch

Skillet, 17.42

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USA-MadeMainstays

Roasting PanSet, 8.92

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The category VP says: “The Timeless Cast Iron Skillet has a lot of versatility, so you can prepare lots of recipes, from breakfast to dinner.” Shelley Huff, vice president, divisional merchandise manager, cooking and dining

The buyer says:“The No Boundaries Jeansare an amazing quality and value. They’re $7.78 compared to $13.88 last year.”Liz Jehl, buyer, plus bottoms

Style Seeker

Chef

Music and Movie Master

Retains ShapeFaded Glory

Jeggings,coated: 12.44, seamless: 6.94

5Extra-Strength

StitchingNo Boundaries

Jeans, 7.78

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Water-Resistant Faded Glory Bubble Jackets, shown here, layered in the colors

lunar glow and ultra-blue, 10.00

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Never Miss a BeatiFrogz Toxix

Headphones, 12.88

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Must-See Movies DVDs:

Minions, Mission:

Impossible, Jurassic World, and Inside Out

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The buyer says: The Made by Me Easy to Knot Quilt Making was a surprise hit last year, and we expect to sell over 1.5 million dollars’worth in about seven weeks, according toJ. Michael Hazlewood,senior buyer, crafts. Youngster

Techie or Gamer

Outdoor Adventurer


Crafty ProjectMade by Me Easy

to Knot Quilt Making, 9.97

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Science and Star Wars Combo

Uncle Milton Star Wars Science Air-Powered

Boba Fett Rocket, 14.82

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Photo Fun Selfie Stick,

4.88

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Easy TechLG Power on Straight Talk® Wireless,19.92

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Durable and Holds Color

Danskin Now Tech Fleece

Hoodie, 13.76

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Keep It Hot or Cold Stanley

Thermos 1.4 liter, 19.92

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Always Get the Job Done

Stanley 10-in-1 Axe & Multitool,

10.00

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The buyer says: “The X-O Vision MP3 and FM Receiver is a great way to modernize the old car you love.”Kent Collins, buyer, automotive

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The category director says: The private-label Walmart brand is created in the same factory as other big-name tools, so you get quality and great value, according to Brandon Wilson, category director, hardware.

The buyer says: “The plush throw is a great last-minute gift for less than $10. Customers will love the soft hand-feel. I have a few in my home, and my son loves them.”Geetha Jayaram, buyer, winter seasonal blankets and beach towels

DIY-er

Homebody

Car Bu�

Charge Up Anywhere

Pocket Juice Portable

Charger, 4.88

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Home Projects Made Easy

18-Volt Hyper Tough Cordless Drill, 18.73

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More Soothing Scents

Better Homes and Gardens Scented Wax Cubes, 2.00

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Car TLCArmor All Gift

Pack, 14.97

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Family-Friendly Fun

Plants vs. Zombies: Garden

Warfare, 19.96

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Soothing ScentsAmerican Home™ by

Yankee Candle® 19-ounce Jar Candle, 14.93

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Bundle Up Better Homes and Gardens Velvet Plush Throw, 8.88 and 14.93

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Turn Up the VolumeX-O Vision MP3 and FM Receiver, 19.94

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1.Holiday Time Gift Wrap Tissue

* Decorative and protective, tissue paper keeps gift-shakers from accidentally breaking fragile items.

2.Holiday Time Premium Reindeer Gift Bag

* These eco-friendly gift bags can be used year after year.

3.Holiday Time Premium Gift Wrap Bow

* This glittery8-inch bow canalso be used as a holiday decoration.

4.Holiday Time Gift Card Holder

* The sturdy metal holder can becomea tree ornament—the ribbon isalready attached.

5.Holiday Time Gift Tags

* These three-dimensional tags have the optionof attaching witha ribbon.

6.Scotch Multi-Purpose Scissors

* Sharp scissors are a must for crisp, no-tear cuts.

7.Holiday Time Fabric Ribbon

* Use it to display Christmas cards: Tie the ends around staircase railings and use clothespins to attach cards.

8.Holiday Time Foil Gift Wrap

* Grid lines on the back make it easy to trim the paper in a straight line.

9.Scotch Expressions Glitter Tape

* A unique accent for gifts andholiday art projects;available in thecrafts department. (Scotch Desktop Tape Dispenser sold separately.)

10.Holiday Time Premium Box

* The one-piece box has attached bows and a magnetic closure. So easy.

Gift-Wrapping EssentialsHelp customers prep for giving with picks from Renée Simpson, senior buyer,

general merchandise, seasonal, and Xenia Schneider, buyer, office supplies, both of the Home Office.

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WalmartWalmartInside

Our Mission, In Action

Five to Know Page 14 On Location Page 16 Spotlight Page 18 My Day Page 23

What: $0.88 plastic program product line Manufactured by: Merrick EngineeringWhere: Corona, Calif.; Waco, Texas; Clarksburg, W.Va.New jobs created:80Famous for:plastic injection molding

Serve Them Up! These American-made plastics help serve up holiday snacks.

INVESTING IN AMERICAN JOBS

“I am so very proud of the reshoring of our core plastics program. Partnering with Merrick to bring these items to the USA created jobs, lowered our costs, and helped us deliver a new EDLP price point that is unmatched in the market.”

Jasmine Allen, buyer, hard tabletop, home, Home Office

WalmartFive to Know Page 14 Five to Know Page 14 Five to Know

Spotlight Page 18 Spotlight Page 18 Spotlight

“I am so very proud of the reshoring of our core plastics program. Partnering with Merrick to bring these items to the USA created jobs, lowered our costs, and helped us deliver a

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1Simply greeting customers or taking them to products they need is a proven deterrent to shoplifting. In that way, great customer service can help save your store money, maintain inventory, and reduce costs.

Studies conducted around shrink (the loss of inventory due to internal theft, shoplifting, paperwork errors, or supplier fraud) show that everyone can play a role in controlling these losses.

Want to learn more about shrink? Find the Shrink Operations Center in your store. Launched in September, it’s a new, easy-to-use digital hub where managers and asset protection can handle shrink-management activities. The center can help you learn the actions your store is taking to control shrink. Even if you aren’t assigned an action, remember you can help by following the 10-Foot Rule.

2. Check out the Shrink Most Wanted card game in your store. Each card addresses a top item or category, outlines its impact, and lists solutions to address the causes of shrink.

“The best thing about the program is it’s sim-ple, engaging, and fun because everyone can get involved while reaching our ultimate goal of reducing shrink. It will make a huge difference in stores,” says Cora Hausen, asset protection manager at Store 1735 in Wheeling, Ill.

New Programs Fight Shrink

Why the cogs? Our shrink logo (shown above) represents how processes and your actions in stores are all interconnected—and many of those actions can impact shrink.

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Inside Walmart / Five to Know

First Distribution Center Opens in MinnesotaThe first Walmart distribution center (DC) in Minnesota opened in August. The cold-and-frozen storage facility will distribute perishable food to 45 Walmart stores and 23 Sam’s Clubs in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. “The miles from the DC to all these stores/clubs serviced will be 50 percent fewer with the Mankato DC in place,” says Chris Sultemeier, executive vice president of Logistics at the Home Office. “The addition of the Mankato DC to the perishable food distribution network will save almost $15 million a year in transportation costs.” Faster delivery will help improve the freshness of the product, in-stock, and customers’ shopping experiences.

Walmart currently has 163 distribution centers; this is the first to open since 2007. The facility is expected to provide an economic boost to the area with the hiring of more than 400 associates—including more than 50 military veterans—as well as through the goods and services the 450,000-square-foot facility will use.

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53Greenlight A Vet Movement Honors Veterans This is a bright idea: Walmart is kicking off a nationwide movement to show veterans that they’re valued members of our communities. And we’re doing it in a simple way: with green lightbulbs.

What it’s called: Greenlight A Vet

How it works: You simply change one lightbulb to green for Nov. 11 (Veterans Day). The green lightbulbs represent “greenlighting” veterans back into society. You can also volunteer with a local veterans’ group, spread the word on social media with #GreenlightAVet, or display green lights in stores. (You can find bulbs on the Greenlight A Vet pallets in stores.)

To learn more about the movement, visit greenlightavet.com.

Native American Heritage Day Is ComingIn 2009, Congress passed legislation that established the Friday immediately following Thanksgiving Day of each year as Native American Heritage Day.The American Indian and Alaska Native People are the original inhabitants of what is now the United States. This November, help celebrate their contributions, sacrifices, achievements, and cultural legacy.

Learn more about the celebration at walmartworld.com/NativeAmericanHeritage.

Sam’s Club Auto Sales BeginSam’s Club is partnering with online car-shopping service TrueCar Inc. to operate Sam’s Club auto sales. The new program will give members access to more than 10,000 TrueCar dealers with guaranteed savings on new cars and deals on used cars. Another bonus? To help shoppers see if they’re scoring a deal, the service will allow shoppers to see what others paid for the same car. Seong Ohm, senior vice president of merchandise business service at Sam’s Club, says the program was born out of feedback from member surveys, and adds that the response to the program has been phenomenal sofar. “Our service provides customers transparency, and we take all the hassle out of negotiating while giving members knowledge of market prices,” she says. To learn more, visit samsclub.com/auto.

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You Can Win, Too!Get Allen’s top tips on how to make your own VPI a success at walmartworld.com/Allen.

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Must-See TV(PI)Here’s how one electronics associate boosted sales of a TV by roughly 2,300 percent.

It all started with a friendly competition between store manager and associate: This past spring, Walmart relaunched the VPI (Volume Producing Item) program, which encourages associates to get behind a particular product and market it like crazy. Store Manager Gary Wilson of Store 2515 in Phoenix immediately started promoting an Intex queen-size airbed in sporting goods. “He was getting a little too confident about winning,” jokes Allen de la Fuente, who was the zone merchandise supervisor for entertainment. “I started looking at what would sell well from my department. My goal was to beat the store manager!”

First, Allen chose a product that suited his market and was lagging in sales: an Emerson 32-inch flat-screen HDTV, then priced $168. Then, he set up a 16-foot run of 48 TVs in action alley and posted a sign near the store’s entrance to drive customers to the display. For the rest of May, Allen and nine other associates kept the display stocked—no small task since the TVs were reordering so quickly they had to go directly from truck to sales floor. How did they do it? Allen picked a TV that was priced right for the customer base, and the team touted the value of the larger screen when shoppers were checking out smaller TVs.

By the end of May, Allen’s TV outsold Gary’s airbed—and every VPI in the region—and was named regional winner for the month. (Sales rose from $900 in May 2014 to $22,000 in May 2015.) Sales remained steady all summer. Allen, now support manager over entertainment, says he’s now a believer in the power of VPI. “I am blown away by the response.”

Allen de la Fuente (left), support manager, entertainment, used teamwork (one of his successful VPI tips) to sell TVs and breeze past Store Manager Gary Wilson and his airbed.

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The Making of a Big Bet

BigBetFor decades, Star Wars has been a key license for Walmart. But with an intensely anticipated new movie, a corporate supplier demanding secrecy, and $500 million in projected sales, the stakes are higher than ever to deliver a merchandising event the galaxy will never forget. We spoke to Tasha Wilson (left), senior manager, and Andy Prince, senior category director, toys, both at the Home Office, to find out how Force Friday became a reality.

BigBet

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100+Number of new Star Wars toys available for the first time on

Force Friday (Sept. 4, 2015).

100+Number of new Star Wars toys available for the first time on

Force Friday (Sept. 4, 2015).

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Oct. 30, 2012

A Franchise Reborn! Disney purchases Lucasfilm, owner of the Star Wars franchise. A new trilogy of films, plus spin-offs, is announced.

April 16, 2014

Throwing Down the GauntletTasha, Andy, and seven other members of Walmart’s entertainment and toy teams travel to California to meet with executives from Disney and Lucasfilm, discussing content, merchandise, and what customers would want. “We threw down the gauntlet that we wanted Walmart to be the destination for Star Wars,” says Andy.

Oct. 15, 2014

A Big Bet Takes Shape Buyers invite Disney leadership to the Home Office to discuss all of the Star Wars merchandise to come. This includes items across just about every department of Walmart: toys and collectibles as well as food, softlines, health and beauty, apparel, and more. Strict rules are laid down by Disney to keep the prod-ucts—which could reveal details about the upcom-ing movie—secret until the very last moment. “No toy has ever been embargoed like this,” says Tasha.

Feb. 14–17, 2015

Behind Closed DoorsAt the 2015 North American International Toy Fair in New York City, Walmart’s toy team gets a first glimpse of the new Star Wars toys. They sign nondisclosure agree-ments (NDAs) barring them from discussing what they’ve seen with any unauthorized people. (Indeed, some product and character names can’t even be used in internal emails, for fear that they could be leaked to the press.) However, the toy team is now able to determine how much space is needed on modulars. They begin planning toy orders.

Nov. 7, 2013

Walmart Awakens Tasha receives an email from account executives working with Disney: Star Wars: Episode 7 (later Star Wars: The Force Awakens) will be released on Dec. 18, 2015. She begins planning meetings with Walmart’s entertainment team to ensure that Walmart will have the merchandise that cus-tomers want. “You have to know what matters to your customers,” Tasha says, “so that you can deliver what they want. And that’s important to us at Walmart.”

X-Wing, 3.75", Star Wars The Black Series

BB-8 of the Rey (Jakku) & BB-8 3.75", Star Wars The Black Series

Kylo Ren, 6", Star Wars The Black Series

spin-offs, is announced. would want. “We threw down the gauntlet that we wanted Walmart to be the destination for the destination for theStar Wars,” says Andy.

Nov. 7, 2013

Walmart AwakensTasha receives an email Tasha receives an email from account executives from account executives working with Disney: working with Disney: Star

X-Wing, 3.75", Star Wars The Black Series

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May 3, 2015

Force Friday Announced“StarWars.com is thrilled to announce that Star Wars: The Force Awakens products will land in our galaxy on Sept. 4, 2015.” —press release, StarWars.com

April 2015

Taking OrdersToy buyers begin placing their merchandise orders with suppliers. Buyers need to have “assort-ment discipline,” Tasha says, to ensure that stores have enough Star Wars merchandise to meet customer demand, while still leaving room for other products.

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Countdown to Force Friday At around 8 p.m., stores nationwide begin resetting their modulars in preparation for sale of the new merchandise at 12:01 a.m.

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These toys, available only at Walmart, are just a part of the reason why Walmart is the destination for Star Wars.

* 3.75" The Black Series action figures

* 6" The Black Series figures from the Star Wars Battlefront video game

* Funko Pop! Sandtrooper and Dewback vinyl bobblehead collectible two-pack

* Star Wars Galactic Connexions trading disc game. Ran-domly inserted in the Connexions packs released around the country are four white redemption discs, which can be traded in for an ultra-rare, 14 karat gold disc featuring an image of Princess Leia, and a Star Wars–themed designer room makeover.

Aug. 14–16, 2015

D-23Disney holds their D-23 Expo in California, revealing more about The Force Awakens, as well as info on Star Wars: Rogue One, coming in 2016. Anticipation for the new movies—and merchandise—grows.

July 14, 2015

Little Shadow FiguresMembers of Walmart’s senior leadership preview modular displays of the new merchandise at the layout center in Bentonville. Disney’s tight security means that boxes contain “little shadow figures,” accord-ing to Tasha, instead of actual product. She says the preview makes sure there is “alignment across the board. You need alignment to ensure you can execute across such a large chain.”

Managers in stores begin receiving word about the first Force Friday event.

Sept. 3, 2015

Countdown to Force Friday

merchandise—grows. alignment to ensure you can execute across such a

Managers in stores begin receiving word about the first Force Friday event.

Aug. 28, 2015

Layaway Begins/ Merchandise ArrivesLayaway begins for the 2015 holiday shopping season; according to Tasha, it begins early this year, in large part to help customers purchase Star Wars merchandise.

Stores begin receiving The Force Awakens merchandise. The Home Office monitors sales closely to ensure that no new merchandise goes on the floor or is sold before the embargo ends on Force Friday.

Aug. 11–14, 2015

Holiday MeetingAt Walmart’s 2015 Holiday Meeting in Denver, store managers get more information about Force Friday. Many packages still feature shadow items, but managers are able to look at pallet trains, signage, and other promotional items. At this point, Tasha says, she and her team have largely done all they can to prepare. It’s up to the stores now to effectively bring the merchandise to customers.

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Millennium Falcon, 3.75", Star Wars The Black Series

Funko Pop! Dewback and Stormtrooper (below) bobblehead collectible two-pack

Star Wars Galactic Connexions trading disc game

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Sept. 4, 2015It’s Here!Force Friday begins. “This was a relay,” Tasha says. “We passed the baton; stores took it and finished the race. They delivered for our customers.”

Sept. 14, 2015

Success!The numbers come in: Force Friday No. 1 was a success. “We beat our sales plan for the first week,” Andy says. Next up: Event No. 2.

Nov. 13–16, 2015 Battlefront Is Unleashed Star Wars Battlefront, the highly anticipated video game that fills in the story between episodes six and seven and revisits classic Star Wars battles, is to be released at 12:01 a.m., Nov. 17. A weekend-long event will allow preorders, and at 3,000 stores, players will be able to demo the game for the first time. It’s Elec-tronic Arts’ largest preplay in-store demo: Preplays are usually only offered online or at a few stores.

The Wait Is OverStar Wars: The Force Awakens will be released.

New Year, More SalesJanuary 2016, typically a slow sales month, is projected to be the sec-ond largest for Star Wars merchandise sales. And with Star Wars: Rogue One due out Dec. 16, 2016 (and four more movies after that), this Big Bet is likely to pay off for years to come.

Dec. 18, 2015

January 2016 and Beyond

The Wait Is OverStar Wars: The Force Awakenswill be released.

Dec. 18, 2015

January 2016

ond largest for Star Wars merchandise sales. And with due out Dec. 16, 2016 (and four more movies after that), this Big Bet is likely to pay off for years to come.

Lego Star Wars First Order Special Forces TIE fighter

Far right: Air Hogs Star Wars remote- control ultimate Millennium Falcon quadcopter

Star Wars Darth Vader Giant 31" Action Figure

The Force Friday ExperienceAt Store 1842, in Greensboro, N.C., Jael Ochoa (right), a Star Wars fan “since I was a little kid,” looks at Black Series action figures. “I want to put these all over my kids’ desk,” she says. “I think they’ll be pretty excited.” Kelisha White, a customer service representative at Store 1842 (center), arranges pins and Galactic Connexions starter packs, while a customer in a Jedi Academy T-shirt snags merchandise.

300,000 Number of Walmart-

exclusive 3.75" Black Series action figures projected

to go to stores this year.

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What’s a typical day like for you?It starts with things like assigning associates throughout the department and scanning and auditing bins through the CAP program. I’ll check out shelf availability after lunch; I’ll look into price changes.

What’s your favorite part of being a department manager? I like planning the merchandising. When sales increase, it’s a good feeling to say you had a part in pushing those sales.

What’s your biggest challenge?You can only do so much in an eight-hour shift. Fitting all your duties into thattime frame can be difficult.

What’s it like during the holiday shopping season? It’s organized chaos. During Blitz, I make sure merchandise is staged for when we’re open at midnight and have features ready to roll out.

Do you prepare for work any differently during the holidays? Usually it’s establishing a plan with the expectation that the plan is going to change five or six times.

What’s the craziest part of the holiday experience?Watching the lines rush in right at midnight. One year we let customers into the front of the store because it was below zero outside.

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Appealing Apparel The holidays can be a hectic time for department managers. That includes Jeremy Wilcox, men’s and boys’ apparel department manager at Store 2013 in Waterville, Maine.

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Staff Sgt. Patrick Shannon, manager of Store 1557 in Fishers, Ind., earned a Purple Heart, a Bronze Star,

and, in 2007, the Sam Walton Hero Award for his actions during a firefight in Iraq. His injuries,

which he still deals with today, led him to reach out to others in a remarkable way.

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My father was a Marine; that’s part of why I wanted to join. And I did so on the day I turned 18—Dec. 7, 1987—before I’d even

finished high school. I served for eight years, doing combat tours in both Somalia and Iraq, before rejoining civilian life in 1996 as a Marine Reservist. At that point, I hoped to work in law enforcement, but the pay was dismal. I looked some more and ended up in retail. At the time, Walmart was starting to build Supercenters; when they built one in Indianapolis, I was recruited. I felt a connection through the company’s commitment to veterans, and I loved the wealth of opportunities there, but I grew to miss the military cause. So, in 2003, when I was a market grocery manager, I joined the Army National Guard. As a guardsman, I helped in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina for three months, all with Walmart’s blessing. They encouraged me to go, and they allowed me to come back—I even got a promotion shortly after I returned. They were amazingly gracious, and they were gracious again when, in June 2006, I was called up to go to Iraq. Five months later, I found myself in the firestorm that ended my trip.

Utter ChaosIt happened on my last day in Iraq: Nov. 29, 2006. I was the Army National Guard’s Police Transition Team Officer in Ramadi, leading about 15 American soldiers in training more than 200 Iraqi police. We’d just returned to the Al Hyria Police Station after walking the neighborhoods—what we call “soft ops,” talking to Iraqis and their families, looking for explosives, noting anything even remotely suspicious. It was just after noon; I remember that it was very warm. Then the world exploded. Mortars

rained down; there was shrapnel and incoming fire. It was utter chaos. A mortar landed close to me as I struggled to get my men in a position to return fire, and the concussive force of the blow and the shrapnel that ripped through me are the sources of my enduring injuries. But I don’t recall feeling much at the time. My adrenalin was raging. I needed to get my wounded soldiers and Iraqis out of there. As the firefight died down, I mobilized the able-bodied to get the wounded—Iraqis as well as

Americans—back to safety at Camp Ramadi. That battle-time decision is why I was awarded the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, and the Sam Walton Hero Award, all tremendous honors. But what I did that day was simply what I had been trained all my life to do.

More Serious Than I ThoughtWhen the wounded had all been evacuated, I finally had the mental space to evaluate my own situation. That’s when I noticed that my wounds, which

were all to my left side—the side closest to the mortar—were more serious than I had thought. I was medevaced to a succession of hospitals, first in Iraq, then in Germany, and finally Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Md., where I stayed for the next five months. I was in danger of losing my left eye; I’m legally blind in that eye today. I also have little feeling on the left side of my face, so, while I was recovering, I also had to relearn to speak. And there was the pesky problem of a moderate traumatic brain injury to deal with. It wasn’t until a year after my release from Walter Reed that I was able to go back to Walmart. Julie Murphy, then my regional vice president, had been waiting patiently and showing me and my family amazing

What I did that day was simply what I had been

trained all my life to do.

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above-and-beyond support. I needed it: To this day, my brain injury makes it tough for me to remember small things. But I have learned to live with and work around my deficits—the operative word being “live.” So many of my fellow warriors didn’t. It’s something I thought about a lot as I recovered. And I started to think that I could help.

Giving a Helping HandWhile I was at Walter Reed, I got involved in the Wounded Warrior Project, and it was through that organization and my own experience that I came to see an equally urgent need for the families of the wounded and fallen. These are families who’ve had their husbands and fathers taken from them only to then have their homes, their dignity, and their dreams ripped from them, too. At Walter Reed I realized that I got to come back—to my family. To Walmart. I found myself asking, what if I hadn’t been so lucky? So in 2009, I co-founded Helping Hands for Freedom with the goal of helping military families in need. We assist with rent and bills when it’s needed, and we try to fulfill the dreams of the children of the fallen and wounded. We do anything and everything we can—we recently helped the family of a killed-in-action serviceman; the family had fallen on hard times and was homeless. We helped them find a home, paid the first few months’ rent and utilities, and got them clothes and food to help them get a new start. It’s work like this that helps me feel strong and whole. Even healed. It means something to work for a company that stands behind veterans. I saw it and experienced it firsthand through my deployments. But it wasn’t until I got hurt and really needed Walmart’s commitment, and received it, that I saw the sincerity behind the words and the actions behind the words. Those actions, that support—they’re what I want to give back. Just because I can.



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It certainly means

something to work for a

company that stands behind

veterans.

A Family- Supporting WalkHelping Hands for Freedom (hh4f.org)—one of the Hallmark Channel’s National Military Family Charities of the Year in 2014—supports the families of veterans who are either wounded in conflict or don’t return home at all. In spring of 2016, the organization is planning Route for the Brave (routeforthebrave.org), a walk across America to raise funds for a retreat house for families of fallen or wounded warriors. “We’ll be walking across U.S. Route 40,” says Patrick, “and we’d love any Walmart stores along the route to send associates to walk and/or to cheer—and we won’t turn away donations, either.” Visit the walk’s website to see when walkers will be near your town.

Inset: Major General Omer “Clif” Tooley Jr., with Patrick at the formal awarding of Patrick’s Bronze Star and Purple Heart on June 11, 2007.


We Are WalmartFor you. By you. About you.

Imagine you’re about 8 years old, driven to a Walmart store on one of the luxury buses used by touring music stars. When you arrive, characters like the Grinch, Shrek, and Raggedy Ann and Andy greet you, then you’re given $150, and you get to go in the store and buy whatever you want.

Donna Yardley, invoice associate at Store 1376 in Hendersonville, Tenn., has been working for 14 years with a nonprofit organization called Christmas 4 Kids Inc. (C4K) to make this scenario a reality. Started in 1982, Christmas 4 Kids is a multipart event: Every November, a country music concert is held at the historic Ryman Auditorium in Nashville (this year’s headliners include The Marshall Tucker Band and Craig Wayne Boyd, the winner of season seven of The Voice) to raise funds. Then in December, tour bus drivers pick up about 400 underprivileged children from the Hendersonville area and bring them to a Christmas party hosted by Santa and Mrs. Claus. After that, they proceed to Store 1376, where they are given a winter coat (purchased by the charity, supplied by Walmart) and $150 to buy whatever they want. The kids are accompanied in the store by a chaperone.

Donna serves on the Christmas 4 Kids board and gives credit to Walmart for not only helping to sponsor the event, but also allowing it to happen during the busy holiday season. “Walmart allows us to take up half the parking lot. We know it’s an inconvenience, but it’s the right thing to do, and we are very grateful,” she says. “When those buses come in, and all the associates are lined up and clapping, and some are in costumes, the kids on the buses have their faces pressed against the glass with awe. They are so excited.”

Christmas Gift

VALUES IN ACTIONService to Our Customers: Give to the local community in ways that connect to our customers.

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Store 1376 associates, from left: Rosie Kilpatrick, phamacy OTC;

Tonya Jones, bakery manager; Donna Yardley, invoice associate;

Daniel Pearson, department manager, meat; Steve Henderson, TLE service tech

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Steve GottoGarden Center/”Mr. Fix-It”Store 82, Perryville, Mo.

Hire date: Nov. 6, 1975Stores worked in: 1Positions held: 5

Steve appreciates the flexibility of his job at Walmart.I started when I was in high school. I needed to make a living, but my dream was to be a farmer. Today, I do both. I have a farm with my father and brother, and we have 60 head of cattle. The flexibility at Walmart is good: My boss works with me when I need to take care of the farm. I also like that my job lets me move around and do maintenance on different things, so I don’t get bored.

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Message From Sam“The single most important aspect now would have to be customer service and satisfaction as we approach our peak traffic and volume during the Christmas season.” Sam Walton, Walmart World, November 1975

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Phyllis HarrellCAP 1 Team AssociateStore 264, Dickson, Tenn.


Phyllis enjoys the challenge of new positions. If you want to learn something, just come to Walmart. I started out as a sales clerk, then I became a department manager and had to learn how to do that job. Now, I’m on the CAP 1 team, and I had to learn that. I enjoy it, though. It’s a new challenge, but I like a challenge. I’ve been working with good associates and management all these years. They’ve really been good to me. I like meeting customers, and I try to get along with everybody. I’ve really enjoyed my career.

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Marcie HortonDepartment Manager, Bedding, Large Furniture, PlasticsStore 93, Covington, Tenn.


Marcie has been supported by her Walmart family. You should never think a question you have is dumb. When you start out, you can’t know everything, and unless you ask questions, you can’t learn. Walmart’s taught me to be respectful to other people; you have to be nice to everybody, not just at Walmart! It’s family-oriented here. When I’ve needed help, my Walmart family has always come through for me. When someone needs something or is struggling, we all pull together and help.

Susan DuvallGeneral Merchandise Receiving ClerkStore 82, Perryville, Mo.

Hire date: Nov. 21, 1975Stores worked in: 2 Positions held: 5

Susan’s advice: Tackle every project a piece at a time.You learn a lot working in receiving. It would be a good procedure for associates to see the freight flow from receiving to each area of the store to the register in order to understand how each facet works. There’s never a dull minute here. One of my favorite parts of the job is, in the morning, seeing a whole stack of things you need to complete—and as long as the day goes smoothly, at the end of the day there’s nothing left.

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Time Capsule: November 1975Read the rest of Sam Walton’s letter at walmartworld.com/SamLetterNovember75.

The first Texas Walmart opened in Mount Pleasant.Walmart stock closed at $15 on Nov. 28.Legislation passed naming Veterans Day to be on Nov. 11. This law took effect in 1978.

The SS Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior

One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest was released domestically on Nov. 19. It went on to win five Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

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Dwane Hawkins HO 8642 Bentonville, Ark.

James GrahamHO 9592 Bentonville, Ark.

Sally AndersonWM 14 Lebanon, Mo.

Susan RushWM 35 Manhattan, Kan.

Joan MerrillWM 59 Joplin, Mo.

Jimmy FryeWM 65 Sullivan, Mo.

Nancy StoutWM 134 Elk City, Okla.

Dianne Tritch WM 172Washington, Mo.

Ronnie AlvarezWM 186 El Dorado, Kan.

Donna WilliamsWM 209 Ozark, Ark.

Mary FarmerWM 231 Ada, Okla.

Sherry JayroeWM 239 Kosciusko, Miss.

Joan ThorntonWM 305 Carthage, Miss.

Sandi BahamWM 312 Ville Platte, La.

Matilda Hargrove WM 312 Ville Platte, La.

Ann LollisWM 319 Raymore, Mo.

Redema CurryWM 327 Jay, Okla.

Judy Kelley WM 348 Monticello, Ark.

Carolyn HoodWM 355 Opelika, Ala.

Keith ThomasWM 655 Madisonville, Ky.

Rhoda WirtzWM 937 Marietta, Ga.

William CulverWM 1675 Lebanon, Ky.

Jimmy WesterWM 2713 Birmingham, Ala.

Brenda RedingWM 5252 Loganville, Ga.

Kern RadtkeWM 1697 Elk Grove, Calif.

Linda EnnisLG 8098 Bentonville, Ark.

Carlos Ortega PerezWMPR 3688 Corozal, Puerto Rico

Barbara LeeWM 23 Ruston, La.

Dianna ShermanWM 56 Ava, Mo.

Carol WallWM 161 Huntingdon, Tenn.

Susan Mc Grew-MorrisonWM 212 Norman, Okla.

Tammy MilliganWM 352 Chester, Ill.

Jackie CagleWM 681 Guntersville, Ala.

Anita HowardWM 688 Nashville, Tenn.

Patricia HarrellWM 700 Selma, Ala.

Toni ConleyWM 2575 Conway, Ark.

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Alabama 30 years

Edward Click WM 4581 Mobile

Donna Cooper WM 424 Clanton

Connie Ellis WM 715 Tuscaloosa

James Jolley WM 691 Fort Payne

James McCall WM 355 Opelika

Tommy Swann LG 6006 Cullman

Lugusta Treadwell WM 731 Demopolis

Sarah Williams WM 315 Oneonta

25 yearsAvanell Adams WM 1481 Homewood

Sherman Alexander WM 356 Auburn

Barbara Allmon WM 329 Anniston

Helen Bailey WM 301 Gadsden

Becky Bibb WM 1124 Hartselle

Marcia Boyd WM 866 Mobile

Lynda Cook WM 691 Fort Payne

Anita Daugherty WM 1052 Fayette

Earl Drinkard WM 991 Mobile

Deloris Hill WM 930 Montgomery

Annie Hordges WM 938 Montgomery

Annie Howard WM 2165 Slocomb

Bonita Kelley WM 809 Oxford

Dixie Rosie WM 661 Athens

Rita Southern WM 315 Oneonta

Linda Whited WM 315 Oneonta

20 yearsAnthony Alessi WM 991 Mobile

Jason Baker WM 733 Valley

Brenda Blankenship WM 730 Sylacauga

Alicia Carter WM 866 Mobile

Billie Clinard WM 661 Athens

Doris Crawford WM 329 Anniston

Sandra Eddy WM 670 Cullman

Marsha Eldridge WM 1284 Phenix City

Lisa Epperson WM 681 Guntersville

Kimberly Fellers WM 1063 Geneva

Dejarius Ferguson WM 715 Tuscaloosa

Janie Griffie WM 2111 Birmingham

Michael Griffith WM 866 Mobile

Barbara Hardaway WM 661 Athens

Jo Holmes WM 730 Sylacauga

Chad Ingram LG 6006 Cullman

Danny Isom WM 1284 Phenix City

Rosemary Kelly WM 409 Haleyville

Elizabeth Lashley WM 731 Demopolis

Georgia Mallory WM 2739 Bay Minette

Sherrie Matthews WM 1493 Monroeville

Alisa McKay WM 762 Birmingham

Dorothy Miller WM 2723 Sumiton

Llewellyn Murphy WM 730 Sylacauga

Lindsey Newman WM 762 Birmingham

Judy Parker WM 670 Cullman

Bobbie Phillips WM 355 Opelika

Ronald Reaves WM 809 Oxford

Martha Rickard WM 4187 Florence

Ann Rodgers WM 423 Alabaster

Sharon Sandlin WM 7280 Cullman

Jeanette Sewell WM 1174 Thomasville

Preston Steele WM 355 Opelika

Alfredia Thomas WM 356 Auburn

Lymeritis Thomas WM 733 Valley

Angel Wilkins WM 4330 Chelsea

Janet Worrell WM 700 Selma

Carol Wright WM 866 Mobile

Alaska 20 years

Kevin Rupp WM 2074 Wasilla

Arizona 25 years

John Atondo WM 5342 Yuma

Carol Atwood WM 3241 Glendale

Malvice Brown WM 5342 Yuma

Steve Bughman WM 1291 Tucson

Angelita Cano WM 1533 Peoria

Alma Castro HO 9677 Yuma

Luis Castro WM 1474 Yuma

Norma Castro WM 1324 Nogales

Cathleen Cole WM 1598 Phoenix

Carole Cota WM 1240 Sierra Vista

Louise De Marco WM 5331 Phoenix

David Empey WM 2051 Kingman

Deborah Feilen WM 1381 Apache Junction

Margaret Fuqua WM 3845 Glendale

Tina Gillette WM 3896 Peoria

Mary Gonzalez WM 1474 Yuma

Antonia Guerra WM 1218 Casa Grande

Gary Hecker WM 1532 Glendale

Gloria Hernandez WM 1474 Yuma

Hector Hernandez WM 1324 Nogales

Kevin Hinton WM 1612 Tucson

Happy Hollingsworth WM 3465 Glendale

Stephanie Johnson WM 1334 Claypool

Rebecca Limon WM 4603 Tucson

Sharon Lively WM 5342 Yuma

Lupe Martinez WM 3241 Glendale

Susan Molyneux WM 4325 Yuma

David Monypeny WM 1474 Yuma

Lynn Newcomb WM 1474 Yuma

Kenneth Nichols WM 1149 Safford

Steven Ouellette WM 4325 Yuma

Kathleen Perales WM 1474 Yuma

Linda Stewart WM 1474 Yuma

Carole Swanson WM 2112 Scottsdale

20 yearsDebbie Arrietta WM 4264 Oro Valley

Deborah Black WM 2512 Phoenix

Lorenzo Brinkley WM 5429 Surprise

Karen Brodie WM 1291 Tucson

Stacey Burt WM 1291 Tucson

Cynthia Corning WM 1381 Apache Junction

Celia Corral WM 1324 Nogales

Dawn Curran WM 1532 Glendale

Alvina Encinas WM 1411 Sahuarita

Susan Foster WM 2768 Mesa

Gloria Garino WM 1324 Nogales

Billy Hilton WM 1474 Yuma

Glenda Jackson WM 4430 Maricopa

Maria Jimenez WM 1324 Nogales

Connie Jones WM 1646 Mesa

Tiffany Kaler WM 1417 Prescott

Matthew Langstraat WM 2515 Phoenix

Nichole Martinez WM 1019 Mesa

Richard McGlinn WM 1328 Winslow

Judy Mendoza WM 5330 Phoenix

Andrea Newman WM 3807 Benson

Kimberly Ore WM 1370 Bullhead City

Maria Quinonez WM 1324 Nogales

Maria Rodriguez WM 1324 Nogales

Bob Snyder LG 6031 Buckeye

Mario Sotelo WM 1324 Nogales

Adriana Valencia WM 1324 Nogales

Maria Vargas WM 4337 San Luis

Josephine Ybarra WM 6480 Chandler

Debra Zeller WM 1370 Bullhead City

Arkansas 30 years

Bryce Bolton HO 9584 Bentonville

Teresa Brimer LG 6018 Searcy

Wilburn Carter HO 8747 Bentonville

M.Kaylene Cooper WM 36 Paragould

Earlene Craft WM 1 Rogers

Suzanne Engleman- Neighbors WM 281 Heber Springs

Robert Engler HO 9145 Bentonville

Edna Haynes LG 6003 Searcy

Angela Lemaire WM 126 Little Rock

Rebecca Scates HO 8048 Bentonville

Kathy Scott HO 6191 Bentonville

Deborah Snow WM 2587 Cabot

25 yearsRobert Anderson HO 8495 Bentonville

Curtis Ballance WM 126 Little Rock

Brian Barger HO 8000 Bentonville

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MIKE GOODMAN | ASSET PROTECTION MANAGER | STORE 580 | BARTOW, FLA.

A Real HeroWhile in the military, Mike Goodman, an asset protection manager at Store 580, in Bartow, Fla., learned many skills that have served him well in his Walmart career. One skill he wound up having to use on the job: CPR.

Last December, while working as an asset protection associate at Store 725, in Haines City, Fla., Mike noticed a woman on the floor in the grocery vestibule. It was customer Ann Carnes, who’d suffered a heart attack. She wasn’t breathing and had no pulse.

Mike sprang into action. “I instructed the assistant manager to call 911 while I did CPR,” he says. After eight minutes, Mike managed to restore her pulse, and paramedics soon arrived to take Ann to the hospital.

Doctors told her the only reason she survived is because Mike kept her blood pumping.

“I owe a lot to Mike for stepping up, thinking out of the box, and doing what needed to be done,” Ann says. “He saved my life.”

Mike’s quick thinking was inspired by his military training, and Walmart’s commitment to veterans and military personnel is part of why he’s grateful to work for the company. “Walmart recognizes the need for veterans to be able to get good jobs,” he says. “And to have such a big player in society acknowledge what’s going on with troops and encourage support with things like the Greenlight A Vet campaign (see Page 15), it really means a lot.”


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Vince Biondo HO 6164 Little Rock

Tena Brooks WM 2587 Cabot

Kimberlee Cisneros HO 9788 Bentonville

Joseph Cordasco HO 8604 Bentonville

Jean Cox HO 9337 Bentonville

Betina Crawford LG 6001 Rogers

Michele Curtis HO 8783 Bentonville

Dorothy Dobbs WM 102 Stuttgart

Loretta Dougherty WM 6943 Jonesboro

Dewayne Edens LG 6094 Bentonville

Kendell Efurd WM 3231 Greenwood

Lasalle English WM 714 West Helena

Carol Farmer HO 9690 Bentonville

David Foster LG 6001 Rogers

James Frayser LG 8098 Bentonville

Sheila Gambill WM 128 Jonesboro

James Green HO 8471 Bentonville

Barbara Isham WM 380 Waldron

Don Kirn HO 8439 Bentonville

Connie Kitchens WM 85 Benton

Walker Lee LG 6003 Searcy

Jimmie Mabry WM 127 Malvern

Dana Martin WM 235 Corning

Jay Mealing HO 9258 Bentonville

Debra Norton WM 126 Little Rock

Malihe Nouyoui WM 359 Fayetteville

Debra Paull HO 4701 Bentonville

Lisa Reader WM 100 Bentonville

Darrell Reading II HO 8050 Bentonville

Charlotte Richardson WM 2686 Bentonville

Candice Rowe WM 1147 Flippin

Lucinda Rudy WM 388 Fort Smith

Richard Stark LG 6008 Bentonville

John Taylor WM 11 Mountain Home

Patricia Teeling WM 124 Little Rock

Linda Townzen HO 8008 Bentonville

Douglas Ward HO 8544 Bentonville

Vicki Williams WM 58 Russellville

Arnetta Wright WM 91 Forrest City

Earvin Young HO 9558 Bentonville

20 yearsConnie Alston WM 5260 Rogers

Patricia Aylor WM 133 Ashdown

Sandra Barton WM 54 Springdale

Gloria Biggs WM 230 Paris

Charlotte Breland WM 128 Jonesboro

Cora Brown WM 91 Forrest City

Terry Corp HO 8624 Bentonville

Cesar Cruz LG 6094 Bentonville

Susan Daniel WM 160 Ash Flat

Jill Edwards HO 8002 Bentonville

Tammy Fentress WM 76 Berryville

Mary Flowers HO 8312 Bentonville

James Hancock HO 8110 Bentonville

Kathryn Harmon LG 6094 Bentonville

Teresa Hearne HO 8602 Bentonville

William Holder LG 6082 Clarksville

Monica Jines WM 2575 Conway

Linda Johnson WM 171 Camden

Kayla Lewis HO 8763 Bentonville

Kathryn Marshall HO 8902 Bentonville

Ann McCready HO 9817 Bentonville

Michelle Mitchell LG 6094 Bentonville

Tisha Montgomery HO 8646 Rogers

Billy Owens WM 171 Camden

Darla Powell LG 6018 Searcy

Denise Sauls WM 3331 Pine Bluff

Janet Self WM 8 Morrilton

Joelinda Shannon HO 8056 Bentonville

Tammi Shook LG 6082 Clarksville

Shelly Sory WM 85 Benton

Alan Stepp LG 6082 Clarksville

Donna Straw LG 6003 Searcy

Susan Sullivan WM 57 Walnut Ridge

Jeremy Sweat HO 8032 Bentonville

Kenya Taber WM 124 Little Rock

James Thompson WM 160 Ash Flat

Stephen Warrick WM 5433 Hot Springs Village

Cynthia Watson WM 127 Malvern

Luciannia Wiley WM 52 Hot Springs

Carol Winters HO 9297 Bentonville

Deanna Wright HO 9015 Bentonville

Susan Yess WM 70 West Memphis

California 25 years

Francisco Ahumada WM 1747 Perris

Febe Bonilla WM 1941 Glendora

Belinda Bos WM 1914 Highland

Pete Cimo LG 7033 Apple Valley

Robert Flowers WM 1575 Oroville

Susan Graham WM 1555 El Centro

Jesse Herrera Jr. WM 5134 Bakersfield

Luis Jacobo WM 1756 Fontana

Carmen Madrid WM 1859 Calexico

Jacquline McLeod WM 3652 West Sacramento

Wesley Morris HO 9677 Lakewood

Margarita Munoz WM 2150 San Diego

Veronica Nides WM 1587 Modesto

Margarita Nunez WM 3248 La Habra

Elizabeth Ramirez WM 1587 Modesto

Paula Ramirez WM 1555 El Centro

Jose Rangel LG 6021 Porterville

Elma Reece WM 1583 Madera

Natalia Steele WM 1555 El Centro

Norma Wehner WM 2052 Ukiah

Brinda Williams WM 1917 Santee

Gregory Wright WM 5133 Anderson

20 yearsFrances Alanis WM 2277 Clovis

Monique Almaguer WM 2251 City of Industry

Patricia Ante WM 1574 Bakersfield

Jose Arellano LG 6021 Porterville

Phyllis Bedell WM 2099 Paso Robles

Scott Beringer WM 1697 Elk Grove

Elsie Bojorquez WM 2401 Duarte

Leota Bonneau WM 1853 Hemet

Leanne Borden WM 1574 Bakersfield

Angelia Brundage WM 1697 Elk Grove

Adrienne Calderon WM 1756 Fontana

Dianna Canning WM 1914 Highland

Launa Canning WM 2536 Tulare

Maria Conner WM 1963 Turlock

Kathleen Curran WM 2401 Duarte

Willard Deuel WM 5133 Anderson

Christine Dunne WM 2177 San Diego

Richard Ebersole WM 3712 Citrus Heights

Bernice Elrick WM 2251 City of Industry

John Enos LG 6026 Red Bluff

Katrina Enyeart WM 2251 City of Industry

Phyllis Espinosa WM 5766 Morgan Hill

Darryll Flores WM 2401 Duarte

Dusti Fobroy WM 2735 Sacramento

Losa Foster WM 2119 Milpitas

John Galvez WM 3464 Chino

Amparo Garcia WM 1747 Perris

Bertran Gomez WM 4392 Victorville

Omar Gonsalez WM 2948 Santa Fe Springs

Nancy Gonzales WM 2251 City of Industry

Stephanie Goodman WM 2030 Sonora

Manuel Gutierrez WM 2288 Pomona

Fredesvinda Heredia WM 1660 Palmdale

Regina Herndon WM 2218 Foothill Ranch

Todd Hildan WM 5136 Marysville

Karen Hinojos WM 3133 La Puente

Brenda Holguin WM 2251 City of Industry

Michele Hughes WM 2536 Tulare

Judie Hurd WM 2537 Redding

Georgia Hutchens LG 6826 Red Bluff

Diane Jimenez WM 2297 Stevenson Ranch

Jeffrey Knittle WM 1912 Corona

Michelle Latice Leftridge WM 1922 Rancho Cucamonga

Christina Lemmon WM 2002 Gilroy

Deanna Lessard WM 2401 Duarte

Frances Lofton WM 2048 Fairfield

Randall Lueck WM 1700 Poway

Nancy Macinnis WM 2242 Anaheim

Elsa Marron WM 3248 La Habra

Isabell Martinez WM 2536 Tulare

Roxanne Martinez WM 1941 Glendora

Joanna McClain WM 1645 Hanford

Celia Medina WM 2292 Covina

Ramona Melgarejo WM 1555 El Centro

Misty Mellinger WM 5956 Visalia

Tracy Mendez WM 5154 Rosemead

Lucinda Meyer WM 2553 Windsor

Margarita Montanez WM 2288 Pomona

Armand Oliver WM 2989 Fremont

Michael Ortiz LG 6026 Red Bluff

Patricia Padda WM 2537 Redding

Zandra Palmer WM 2082 Cerritos

Mary Parker WM 2960 Los Angeles

Anna Pendergrass LG 6032 Hanford


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Cynthia Prichard WM 2077 Lake Elsinore

Imelda Pulido WM 2401 Duarte

Patricia Quintero WM 2288 Pomona

Kathryn Quirke LG 6826 Red Bluff

Jesse Ramirez WM 4392 Victorville

Roberta Ramos WM 1826 Visalia

Harry Redmond WM 4101 Long Beach

Emma Rhodehouse WM 1910 Crescent City

Katherine Robey WM 1651 American Canyon

Hector Rodriguez WM 2251 City of Industry

Clementina Romero WM 1805 La Quinta

Mey Saelee WM 5956 Visalia

Tammy Sanchez WM 1922 Rancho Cucamonga

Venita Smith WM 1563 Lancaster

Virginia Smith WM 3494 San Marcos

Nathan Stines WM 5156 Beaumont

Roy Stoops WM 2044 Chico

Diane Thomas WM 5072 Torrance

Patricia Trammel WM 1554 Stockton

Monica Vandaveer WM 3477 Long Beach

Paula Watkins LG 6021 Porterville

Susan Weaver WM 1704 Vacaville

Donna Webster WM 2277 Clovis

Phyllis Williams WM 2251 City of Industry

Janet Workman WM 5156 Beaumont

Rosemary Ycong WM 1815 Fresno

Colorado 30 years

Yvonne Madril WM 842 Pueblo

Theresa Medina WM 869 Alamosa

Karen Ward WM 842 Pueblo

25 yearsKevin Ayers HO 8975 Denver

Jeanette Caligaris WM 3382 Pueblo West

Julie Frank WM 5957 Lakeside

Jerry Inman WM 1280 Grand Junction

Robert Lohrer WM 953 Loveland

Bianca Reed WM 3127 Denver

Marci Schortzmann WM 5099 Grand Junction

Patricia Siegal WM 953 Loveland

Dale Snyder WM 1200 Colorado Springs

Jeffery Wagers WM 1252 Highlands Ranch

Joanne Whitcomb WM 1019 Canon City

20 yearsGlenn Andrade LG 6019 Loveland

Jennifer Bagwell WM 1252 Highlands Ranch

Felix Betancourt WM 1273 Fountain

Kathleen Curlee WM 1252 Highlands Ranch

Theresa Finn WM 1273 Fountain

Beverly Halvorson WM 1200 Colorado Springs

Seth Kendall WM 4599 Timnath

Victoria Lang WM 5341 Broomfield

Jo Lawrence WM 2892 Parker

Pat Lederman WM 1252 Highlands Ranch

Malloree Montez WM 2729 Fort Collins

Barbara Muklebust WM 5137 Aurora

Deborah Schaefer WM 3019 Thornton

Karen Shain WM 2293 Evergreen

Nathan Trout LG 6019 Loveland

Peggy Wood WM 2270 Durango

Connecticut 25 years

Gwendolyn Boyd HO 9689 Waterford

Zelma Woodson WM 2303 West Hartford

20 yearsLinda Behan WM 2371 Wallingford

Beverly Buttner WM 2371 Wallingford

Paul Gratta Jr. WM 2371 Wallingford

Annemarie Kovacs WM 2371 Wallingford

Denise Richardson WM 2299 Cromwell

Ana Romero WM 2371 Wallingford

Celia Shatava WM 2371 Wallingford

Evelyn Smiles WM 2371 Wallingford

Delaware 20 years

Luis Pagan WM 3802 Middletown

Florida 30 years

Cathy Barath WM 860 DeLand

Dale Ferrebee WM 818 Panama City Beach

Peggy Fludd WM 551 Palatka

Felicia Harris WM 860 DeLand

Barbara Hurst WM 818 Panama City Beach

Richard Loutzenhiser II WM 968 Winter Haven

Geneva McDonald WM 860 DeLand

David McKenzie HO 9755 Tallahassee

Catherine Mitchell WM 818 Panama City Beach

Raquel Newell WM 1207 Callaway

Sibyl Parramore WM 1375 Marianna

Russell Prosser WM 649 Titusville

Ronald Schnieders WM 2387 Brandon

Deborah Sloan WM 779 Lakeland

Jeanelle Wynn WM 547 Plant City

25 yearsLinda Alsept WM 974 West Melbourne

Josefina Angeles WM 721 Port Charlotte

Andrea Armstrong WM 1205 Macclenny

Cynthia Baird WM 819 Cape Coral

Michael Berry WM 3702 Jacksonville

Patricia Beverage WM 174 Cocoa

Sherry Blomberg WM 4669 Pinellas Park

Jennifer Cook WM 968 Winter Haven

Kathryn Cook WM 929 Port St. Lucie

Eileen Dautel WM 819 Cape Coral

Reginald Davis WM 5054 Jacksonville

Nancy Denson WM 860 DeLand

Mike Faris WM 649 Titusville

Thomas Flad WM 1536 St. Petersburg

Enrique Flores WM 1398 Lake Worth

Jack Fuller WM 1589 Delray Beach

Cynthia Gaskins WM 4588 Orlando

Denita Goodman WM 987 Fort Myers

Susan Gorwitz WM 2151 Sunrise

Teresa Graham WM 767 Lake City

Marie Guzzardo WM 1085 Port Richey

Bettie Halle WM 551 Palatka

Dawn Harvey WM 3474 Bradenton

Susan Horne WM 1297 Chiefland

Stacey Jenkins WM 582 Port Orange

Janet Johnson WM 1283 Starke

Kristin Loveall WM 941 Brandon

Paul Lovell WM 613 Ormond Beach

Sheila McCarthy WM 1087 Stuart

Kelly Meizinger WM 929 Port St. Lucie

Cynthia Meyer WM 721 Port Charlotte

Cindy-Lu Mooney WM 1589 Delray Beach

Renee Mullican WM 649 Titusville

Phyllis Parker WM 1375 Marianna

Elizabeth Payne WM 4262 The Villages

Brenda Robinson WM 1224 Pensacola

Michelle Rodgers WM 779 Lakeland

Elizabeth Scordato WM 5772 Lecanto

Malinda Scott WM 1501 Tampa

Gayle Shores WM 5301 West Palm Beach

Elizabeth Smith WM 4332 Orlando

Steve Smith WM 1213 Brooksville

Susan Smith WM 779 Lakeland

Stephen Stein WM 1220 Orlando

Karen Trexler WM 1702 Melbourne

Brenda Underwood WM 3349 Port Charlotte

Linda Velasquez WM 1589 Delray Beach

Pamela Ward WM 2695 Clermont

Rhonda White WM 1375 Marianna

Chantill Williams WM 1589 Delray Beach

Mary Williams WM 721 Port Charlotte

20 yearsWilliam Andress WM 1222 Pensacola

Indiana Arauz WM 1680 Kendall

Deborah Barkley WM 1213 Brooksville

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Patricia Baumgartner WM 5326 Ocala

Jason Bell WM 5299 Clermont

Thomas Benson WM 3538 Melbourne

Vastiana Boatswain WM 1511 Miramar

Mark Brennan WM 4354 Naples

Felicia Brinson WM 1349 Sunrise

Douglas Brinton WM 174 Cocoa

Karen Buchanan WM 1501 Tampa

Roger Cabrera WM 2091 Doral

Maria Carrigan WM 3387 North Port

Delmena Carroll WM 1387 Coral Springs

Cindy Castleman WM 1032 Lynn Haven

Michael Chace WM 5894 Oviedo

Cynthia Chiari WM 1081 Gainesville

Christine Clem WM 1391 Daytona Beach

Cat Cooper WM 1362 Destin

Elsa Cordova WM 1225 Orange Park

Mariana Cotz LG 6020 Brooksville

Norman Dennies WM 1536 St. Petersburg

Cheryl Dewey WM 582 Port Orange

Carmen Diaz WM 3858 Boca Raton

Dorothy Dickerson WM 1605 Pensacola

Kelley Dolihite WM 919 Fort Walton Beach

Bertha Dominguez WM 4161 Miami

Holly Elliott WM 1408 Tallahassee

Susan Ferrieri WM 721 Port Charlotte

Ellen Gloff WM 1297 Chiefland

Lydia Gray WM 1205 Macclenny

Joseph Guarino WM 1068 Sebastian

Beverly Guzman WM 2091 Doral

Caroline Henry WM 1589 Delray Beach

Donna Hernandez WM 908 Orlando

Horst Hoffmann WM 778 Punta Gorda

Sandra Hudson WM 718 Auburndale

Wanda Irizarry WM 563 Orange City

Jeffrey Irvine WM 5872 Santa Rosa Beach

Windy Isais WM 1172 Jacksonville

Mitzi Jarrard WM 613 Ormond Beach

Arthur Joiner Jr. LG 6020 Brooksville

Teresita Kimball WM 1083 Jacksonville

Joanne Klein WM 1845 Cooper City

Patricia Klise WM 3538 Melbourne

Peggy Larson WM 3207 Sanford

Carol Lister WM 919 Fort Walton Beach

Pablo Lopez WM 2176 Jupiter

Lisa Maddux WM 5772 Lecanto

Debra Martorano WM 3417 Fort Myers

Rebecca Mathis WM 968 Winter Haven

Teresa McKenzie WM 3307 Crawfordville

Elizabeth Mitchell WM 1387 Coral Springs

Jacqueline Moore WM 1845 Cooper City

Robert Navara WM 987 Fort Myers

David Pomaranski WM 819 Cape Coral

Elizabeth Pommer WM 579 St. Augustine

Evelyn Ramgopaul WM 1398 Lake Worth

Kathleen Redmond WM 705 Mount Dora

Dawn Richter WM 1845 Cooper City

Emilia Rivera WM 890 Orlando

Nilca Rosa WM 908 Orlando

Sharon Rose WM 974 West Melbourne

Karen Sachs WM 1589 Delray Beach

Martha Smith WM 944 Crestview

Patricia Stephens WM 2920 Orange Park

Joyce Taylor WM 613 Ormond Beach

Wanda Thearl WM 767 Lake City

Mary Thomas WM 613 Ormond Beach

Daniel Tingue WM 1712 Largo

Kathy Totten WM 3387 North Port

Mary Jane Troso WM 3538 Melbourne

William Tucker LG 6020 Brooksville

Jacinto Valdes WM 2091 Doral

Dian Valentino WM 941 Brandon

Angelo Varvaro LG 6020 Brooksville

Christina Waldrop WM 5300 Gibsonton

Grace White WM 1004 Bradenton

Toni Woods WM 4444 Jacksonville

Shirley Youngblood WM 1444 Jacksonville

Pat Ziegler WM 1205 Jacksonville

Georgia 30 years

Judy McKinnon LG 6010 Douglas

Debra Reaves WM 686 Fitzgerald

Frances Smith WM 862 Hinesville

25 yearsMillicent Adeduro WM 1578 Roswell

Daniel Bellew WM 1338 Columbus

Brenda Bennett WM 1586 Austell

Bobbie Bradford WM 548 Lawrenceville

Marie Brunson WM 1293 Augusta

Tommy Cofield WM 555 Dublin

Jeffrey Collins WM 1373 Lilburn

Cathy Colson WM 459 Covington

Revela Commander WM 1340 Lithonia

Kathy Cook WM 614 LaGrange

John Cullifer WM 588 Albany

Mary Duckworth WM 3201 McDonough

Catherine Duggar WM 4409 Rockmart

Deborah Faulkenberry WM 1458 Fort Oglethorpe

Eldora Grant WM 1720 Snellville

Connie Helms WM 518 Canton

Patricia Holcomb WM 3748 Acworth

Peggy Kahn WM 1403 Cornelia

Alice Parker WM 1153 Macon

Cathy Smith WM 889 Thomasville

Ronald Taylor LG 6010 Douglas

Anthony Travis WM 1458 Fort Oglethorpe

20 yearsLinda Abernathy WM 1458 Fort Oglethorpe

Patricia Arellano-Ramirez WM 1586 Austell

Benjamin Beckum WM 1076 Macon

Tiffany Binder-Grier WM 459 Covington

Mary Blanche WM 3389 Snellville

Gail Cash WM 855 Union City

Judy Cripps WM 1658 Thomson

Betty Elkins WM 5173 Dalton

Larry Harris WM 3471 Kennesaw

Patricia Harris WM 2154 Duluth

Gwendolyn Hicks WM 2860 Pooler

Willie Hobbs WM 639 Brunswick

Deborah Jackson WM 754 Statesboro

Louise Jarrell WM 856 Bremen

Ruth Kilgore WM 856 Bremen

Johanna Kurek WM 1227 Augusta

Chassica Lanier WM 1121 Milledgeville

Billy Love WM 843 Camilla

Everea Malek WM 4185 Cumming

Flossie Mobley WM 858 Cairo

Janet Nelson WM 459 Covington

David Pace LG 6010 Douglas

Donald Rabideau WM 1586 Austell

Yvette Richardson WM 2890 Macon

Nora Richmond WM 5735 Grovetown

Sandra Roman WM 3388 Lawrenceville

Caprina Smith WM 2733 Perry

Penny Smith WM 556 Waycross

Bridgette Solomon WM 1121 Milledgeville

Wilma Stephens WM 722 Carrollton

Bonnie Stockard WM 669 Dalton

Patsy Stowers WM 1122 Eastanollee

Brenda Threatt WM 1076 Macon

Sondra Turner WM 1314 Buford

Ella Wright WM 2360 Dunwoody

Rowland Young WM 510 Gainesville

Hawaii 20 years

James Dobesh WM 3478 Honolulu

Anita Gambol WM 2126 Mililani

Maxine Hoohuli WM 2314 Waipahu

Violet Lippincott WM 3149 Honolulu

Darren Nishimura WM 2126 Mililani

Winona Reyes WM 2126 Mililani

Gary Simmons WM 2126 Mililani

Idaho 25 years

Cindy Reed WM 3511 Hayden

20 yearsAngela Garman WM 2781 Nampa

Illinois 30 years

Carol Bates WM 633 Kewanee

Theresa Buhr WM 786 DeKalb

Cindy Daugherty WM 933 Rochelle

Vicki Fisher WM 216 Marion

Lisa Hardin WM 852 Ottawa

Debbie Katcher WM 4699 Streator

Mary Lou Klein WM 852 Ottawa

June Peterson WM 852 Ottawa

Deborah Rohwer WM 852 Ottawa

Sharon Saager WM 852 Ottawa

Linda Snow WM 786 DeKalb

Debra Swett WM 852 Ottawa

Carol Van Loo WM 213 Litchfield

Crystal Vanwassenhove WM 633 Kewanee

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“For me, serving the community is all about life fulfillment,” says Eric Neuyou, replenishment manager, adult, youth, and kids bedding, at the Home Office. That passion for helping others is why Eric volunteered to lead his department’s community-involvement activities— starting with Boys & Girls Club of Benton County.

The project was a community garden. According to Hannah Whitehead, Boys & Girls Club program director, it was meant to help teach kids about gardening while providing fresh produce to low-income families. Unfortunately, a late snow and lack of manpower stalled the

project, and Hannah feared they wouldn’t be able to plant before it got too hot. Then Eric stepped in.

He and eight other associates spent an afternoon building boxes [for raised beds], moving compost and soil, and planting tomatoes, peppers, carrots, onions, and more. “They were crucial” to the success of the project, Hannah says. Eric also applied for a Volunteerism Always Pays (VAP) grant, which earned $500 for Boys & Girls Club of Benton County.

“The kids love the garden,” Hannah says. “They like to see how simple it is to grow your own food. It amazes and intrigues them. Walmart helps us a lot.”

ERIC NEUYOU | REPLENISHMENT MANAGER | HOME OFFICE | BENTONVILLE, ARK.

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Cheryl Vogel WM 852 Ottawa

Trudy Zak WM 786 DeKalb

25 yearsGeorgia Abernathy WM 197 Macomb

Andrea Albamonte WM 4531 Romeoville

Sandra Baker WM 1386 Pontiac

Steven Baker WM 197 Macomb

Frank Ballard WM 1421 Washington

Chris Barnes WM 1401 Naperville

Mary Chambliss WM 224 Mount Vernon

Judy Clark WM 1596 Bolingbrook

Mary Cluver WM 1548 Watseka

Theresa Colvin WM 200 Jacksonville

Sharon Conrad Jackson WM 1548 Watseka

Dawn Degeorge WM 1531 East Dundee

Terri Dix WM 1228 Round Lake Beach

Rosalie Embrich WM 222 Sparta

Lisa Fagan WM 1386 Pontiac

Maryanne Hantak WM 1596 Bolingbrook

Diana Keath WM 1548 Watseka

Carolyn Kemper WM 936 Effingham

Kyle Knapp WM 1386 Pontiac

Patricia Leppard WM 1548 Watseka

Scott Macleod WM 844 Morris

Cynthia Maertens WM 957 Geneseo

Tom Meyer WM 1071 Wood River

Sandra Miiller WM 1548 Watseka

Baljit Mudhar WM 4531 Romeoville

Lisa Nimrick WM 3460 Peoria

Gail Orlak WM 1377 Johnsburg

Patricia Peters WM 1548 Watseka

Chrystal Pounds WM 343 Taylorville

Deborah Reynolds WM 1386 Pontiac

Barbara Ross WM 4695 Godfrey

Colleen Slagell WM 1386 Pontiac

June Smajda WM 1596 Bolingbrook

Joyce Stollenwerk WM 633 Kewanee

Joanne Thompson WM 460 Pana

Peggy Tooley WM 1386 Pontiac

Cynthia Trumble WM 1548 Watseka

Kim Vergo WM 1256 Joliet

Lloyd Warning WM 1454 Quincy

20 yearsKathy Abbinanti WM 1401 Naperville

Lynnette Adams WM 1323 Peoria

Christine Arnold WM 198 Salem

Carolyn Barker WM 1713 Canton

Larry Bingham WM 222 Sparta

Phyllis Blazier WM 833 Carmi

Lynn Bouska WM 1735 Wheeling

Lori Cluver WM 1093 Rantoul

Jay Coleman WM 3790 Lockport

Carol Craig WM 222 Sparta

Ivan Crossman WM 603 Pekin

Shawna Cunningham WM 747 Cahokia

Carlos De Leon WM 1256 Joliet

Tina Dierks WM 222 Sparta

Mary Dine WM 1761 Granite City

Janet Douros WM 1713 Canton

Mary Evans WM 1814 Elgin

Diane Faivre WM 1421 Washington

Mia Falge WM 1818 Aurora

Martha Flaherty WM 636 Princeton

James Funk WM 1377 Johnsburg

Evelio Garcia WM 262 Benton

William Gooden WM 1420 Streamwood

Steven Greenberg WM 1998 Skokie

Heather Hall WM 1093 Rantoul

Carole Hammer WM 2215 Darien

Aloma Heroy WM 262 Benton

Claudia Herrara WM 1404 Lake Zurich

Rebecca Hileman-Clark WM 216 Marion

Cinda Holland WM 891 Sterling

Syed Hussain WM 1489 Vernon Hills

Craig James WM 775 Galesburg

Ghazala Khan WM 2215 Darien

Liana Lada WM 3004 Cicero

Angela Las Cola WM 1892 Hodgkins

Peggy Ledbetter WM 596 Herrin

Christine Mayer WM 222 Sparta

Sandra Mingus WM 197 Macomb

Maureen Murphy WM 1596 Bolingbrook

Tracy Oneil WM 328 Waterloo

Linda Pennington WM 317 Vandalia

Cynthia Perron HO 7896 Des Plaines

Theresa Pytlewicz WM 1897 Elk Grove Village

Charna Rothbaum WM 3255 Savoy

Dana Russell WM 1323 Peoria

Michael Shavers WM 1386 Pontiac

Dawn Shelton WM 262 Benton

Tammy Taylor WM 3597 Belvidere

Deborah Tomaso WM 2815 Rolling Meadows

Diane Twardoski WM 1418 O’Fallon

Joice Tweedy WM 256 Glen Carbon

Carlos Uriostegui WM 3891 Waukegan

Kathleen Walowski LG 6092 Spring Valley

Greg Wecker WM 435 Highland

Bradley Wilson WM 1938 Bedford Park

Connie Witt WM 328 Waterloo

Izabela Zdrojkowski WM 1553 Bloomingdale

Indiana 30 years

Pamela Hamm WM 617 Sullivan

25 yearsKenneth Boggs WM 2786 Avon

Evelyn Bolin WM 1310 Terre Haute

Harold Brown WM 1304 Warsaw

Glenda Burton LG 6817 Seymour

Sharon Carter WM 884 Shelbyville

Cheryl Durick WM 1141 Greenfield

Molly Ferree WM 1709 Angola

Jackie Graves WM 1341 Evansville

Janet Hadley LG 6817 Seymour

Helen Hampshire WM 1419 Fort Wayne

Rhonda Harding HO 9692 Fort Wayne

Diane Macke WM 2788 Brownsburg

Nancy Mallett WM 1783 Princeton

Terri Parish WM 4216 Columbus

Mark Perkon WM 1518 Indianapolis

Beth Scroggins WM 1557 Fishers

Tanya Sells WM 995 Franklin

Allen Smith LG 6817 Seymour

Carolyn Stockman WM 1304 Warsaw

Lana Tuttle WM 1141 Greenfield

Angela Vaughn WM 5406 Indianapolis

Denise Woodcock WM 1388 Kendallville

Cheryl Yeoman WM 1557 Fishers

20 yearsJames Arthur WM 492 Vincennes

Lisa Atkins WM 1141 Greenfield

Shelly Atteberry WM 1479 Valparaiso

Kathy Barnes WM 1487 Michigan City

Amy Bingham WM 1783 Princeton

Robert Bottorff WM 870 Jasper

Brenda Bowman WM 1033 Seymour

Christina Carrington HO 9065 Crawfordsville

Susan Conwell WM 1160 Aurora

Angela Davis WM 566 Boonville

Gail Davis WM 2276 La Porte

Hal Driver WM 1033 Seymour

Betty Duncan WM 1356 Martinsville

Margie Estes WM 1676 Tell City

Lori Fisher WM 2311 Huntington

Carey Gibbs WM 1371 Columbus

Jayne Gold WM 1601 Carmel

Marcia Hegyi WM 2339 West Lafayette

Ronald Jones WM 1263 Evansville

Evangelia Kazakos WM 1576 Schererville

Christine Kelly WM 2786 Avon

Catherine Kerns WM 492 Vincennes

John Lenn WM 1676 Tell City

Heather Melvin WM 1425 Columbia City

CELEBRATING 35 YEARS “I always loved the way all the associates are one big family.”

Sherry Jayroe, assistant manager, Store 239, Kosciusko, Miss.

CELEBRATING 35 YEARS “I always loved the way all the associates are one big family.”

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Christine Nowak WM 1487 Michigan City

Ann Rasche WM 870 Jasper

Chess Ruddick LG 6017 Seymour

Connie Salmon WM 1033 Seymour

Patrick Sexton WM 1459 Indianapolis

Mary Smith WM 1459 Indianapolis

Marylee Steinmetz WM 870 Jasper

Sarah Stewart WM 870 Jasper

Gloria Stoll WM 1378 Goshen

Christine Stone WM 923 Noblesville

Carol Wampler WM 1327 Madison

Laura Weglarz WM 2818 Hammond

Robert Wethington HO 8387 Noblesville

Kenneth Wilson WM 1263 Evansville

Mary Wilson WM 1371 Columbus

Michael Zimmerman WM 2788 Brownsburg

Iowa 30 years

Rockie Bunting WM 559 Muscatine

Kyla Luckie HO 9694 Mason City

25 yearsLisa Billings WM 1526 Storm Lake

Diane Brewer WM 1625 Le Mars

Janet Brouwer WM 1526 Storm Lake

Dixie Carder WM 1285 Ottumwa

John Dale LG 6709 Mount Pleasant

Jacque McDonald WM 5115 Davenport

Robert Neff LG 6009 Mount Pleasant

David Pospisil WM 1528 Cedar Rapids

Roger Yakel WM 1546 Iowa Falls

20 yearsCynthia Abell WM 1393 Oskaloosa

Craig Becker WM 1764 Des Moines

Lynn Bement WM 3762 West Des Moines

Kristen Christ WM 797 West Burlington

Amy Gandy WM 749 Ames

Charliemae Holland WM 1431 Keokuk

Kristopher Kane WM 2889 Clinton

Pam Kaska WM 559 Muscatine

Brenda Kayser WM 749 Ames

Bette Keeney WM 1723 Des Moines

David Macfarlane WM 1965 Council Bluffs

Brenda Miller WM 1526 Storm Lake

Catherine Mitchell WM 1723 Des Moines

John Penrod LG 6009 Mount Pleasant

Smith Shoars WM 810 Mason City

Jackie Sime WM 1965 Council Bluffs

Brenda Sisson WM 1431 Keokuk

Leigh Sloan WM 1721 Iowa City

Lesa Swailes LG 6009 Mount Pleasant

Tracy Theobald WM 1764 Des Moines

Marlene Wrage WM 1496 Waterloo

Carol Zimmer WM 1787 Carroll

Kansas 30 years

Joleen Bolinger WM 557 Emporia

Mary Lloyd WM 799 Liberal

Dawn Malott WM 664 Hays

Lucinda Resz WM 4611 Shawnee

Jackie Smith WM 557 Emporia

25 yearsMathilda Bowman WM 794 Hutchinson

Patricia Goul WM 577 Olathe

Joseph Hill WM 370 Wellington

Shelia Holcomb WM 372 Dodge City

Jerry Leathers LG 6835 Ottawa

Kurtis Miller WM 799 Liberal

Elizabeth Nichols WM 43 Junction City

Betty Reid WM 1507 Wichita

Loren Wade WM 369 Winfield

Brian Widow WM 1802 Topeka

Nancy Yancey WM 1187 Iola

20 yearsPeggy Bradley WM 2893 Independence

John Cain WM 799 Liberal

Lisa Chaney LG 6835 Ottawa

Shelia Deshon WM 372 Dodge City

John Dionne LG 6035 Ottawa

Joseph Gabel WM 2131 Topeka

Connie Graham WM 978 Arkansas City

Eleonora Haag WM 3283 Wichita

Penny Hutchinson LG 6835 Ottawa

Cindy Keith LG 6035 Ottawa

Brett Kough WM 1214 Colby

Ruby McKay WM 382 Ottawa

Nannette Pfannenstiel WM 1151 Kansas City

William Souser WM 26 Leavenworth

Kentucky 30 years

Martin Lowery WM 204 Princeton

Vetra Mallory WM 282 Franklin

25 yearsJudy Beasley WM 1426 Ashland

Harry Bratcher WM 589 Louisville

Lorrie Caird WM 2060 Lexington

Henrietta Curtsinger WM 692 Danville

Kelly Evans WM 655 Madisonville

Barbara Gillis WM 507 Lawrenceburg

Cheryl Isaacs WM 719 Richmond

Lori McMurtry WM 491 Paducah

Shirley Pichler WM 702 Winchester

Jacqueline Pollard WM 692 Danville

Deanna Renfrow WM 333 Beaver Dam

Janice Sells WM 204 Princeton

Edd Smith WM 711 Glasgow

Terri Thacker WM 719 Richmond

John Whitaker WM 1259 Corbin

20 yearsHugh Allen WM 545 Manchester

John Berry WM 1426 Ashland

Michael Burkhart LG 6097 London

April Cobb WM 665 Campbellsville

Vicki Creamer WM 694 Henderson

Elizabeth Dean WM 299 Bowling Green

Darlene Dilullo WM 1510 Florence

James Gastineau WM 689 Somerset

Tracey Gray LG 6097 London

Margaret Hayes WM 655 Madisonville

Margaret Highley WM 1140 Mount Sterling

Paul Hobbs LG 6097 London

Russell Humphrey WM 711 Glasgow

David King WM 431 Paducah

Clarence Lacefield WM 445 Leitchfield

Debra Lawson WM 1510 Florence

Kenneth Mabrey WM 589 Louisville

Michael Mathis LG 6097 London

Henry McKenzie WM 696 Prestonsburg

Chris McKnight LG 6097 London

Vernon Messer LG 6097 London

Shelby Morgan WM 410 Murray

Tommy Niece II LG 6097 London

Judy Nose WM 1113 London

Delores Page WM 431 Paducah

Herbert Proffitt WM 711 Glasgow

Eugene Reynolds LG 6897 London

Timothy Richardson WM 665 Campbellsville

Crystal Ridge WM 1234 Monticello

Bernadette Robinson WM 3362 Oak Grove

Janis Robinson WM 702 Winchester

Anita Rushing WM 431 Paducah

Heather Seat WM 571 Georgetown

Ricky Sizemore LG 6097 London

Charles Smith LG 6097 London

Glenda Sneed WM 689 Somerset

Tommy Stewart LG 6097 London

Eufracia White WM 410 Murray

Mary Wilder WM 1510 Florence

Ellen Williams WM 4523 Louisville

Barry Wilson LG 6097 London

Elizabeth Wood WM 736 Russellville

Karen Woodcock WM 709 Elizabethtown

Patricia Wurth WM 491 Paducah

Norman Wyatt LG 6097 London

Louisiana 30 years

Mary Boudreaux WM 415 Broussard

Danielle Doucet WM 761 Raceland

Kateri Duckworth WM 531 Lafayette

Verla Foster WM 428 Zachary

Mary Jo Guidroz WM 911 Marrero

Delta Polk WM 531 Lafayette

Ladoris Richardson WM 75 Pineville

Mamie Thornton WM 428 Zachary

25 yearsLynn Avery WM 935 Denham Springs

Debbie Barre Stockman WM 5022 New Orleans

Tiffany Carriere WM 533 New Iberia

Mary Caston WM 1342 Kenner

Brenda Derouen WM 386 Jennings

Sheila Durbin WM 244 Winnfield

Diane Farmer WM 4129 Ponchatoula

Barbara Gray WM 401 Plaquemine

Sandra James WM 1353 Harahan

Annette Karr WM 533 New Iberia

Regina Kemp WM 1016 Thibodaux

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Julynn Kieff WM 2665 Slidell

Rebecca Lemke WM 331 Sulphur

Dawn Leonard WM 909 Chalmette

Shirley Marbley WM 1193 Monroe

Charlotte Melancon WM 839 Baton Rouge

Marjorie Moncayo WM 278 Shreveport

Eva Nelson WM 1353 Harahan

Brenda Odem WM 450 Shreveport

Ruth Saucier WM 2665 Slidell

Della Sauseda WM 278 Shreveport

Merion Seamster WM 87 Minden

Charlene Veuleman WM 386 Jennings

Rosalyn Waits WM 1163 New Orleans

Kathy Williams WM 533 New Iberia

20 yearsDavid Adkins WM 541 Covington

Sheila Avant HO 8085 Covington

Gwinville Baham WM 3616 Amite

Ernestine Bowie WM 1102 Baker

Mary Bruno WM 534 Lafayette

Susan Cagle WM 1193 Monroe

Nelda Collins WM 98 Bastrop

Carla Dale WM 4679 Denham Springs

Joyce Davis WM 1193 Monroe

Cherie Edwards WM 1102 Baker

Belinda Ellenberger WM 489 Hammond

Randall Enlow WM 450 Shreveport

Sandra Evans WM 1136 Port Allen

Christopher Fulton WM 5022 New Orleans

Angela Hall WM 539 Alexandria

Pamela Hawkins WM 911 Marrero

Earl Hebert WM 502 Cut Off

Victoria Henry WM 543 Opelousas

Mary Hill WM 98 Bastrop

Stephanie Jackson WM 489 Hammond

Inie Jenkins WM 541 Covington

Cecilia Ledoux WM 331 Sulphur

Felicia London WM 323 Mansfield

Nicole Lumar WM 961 LaPlace

Kay Miller WM 961 LaPlace

Denise Mitchell WM 1193 Monroe

Ella Moseley WM 450 Shreveport

Gina Palmer WM 839 Baton Rouge

Patricia Rivet WM 1136 Port Allen

Janelle Romero WM 415 Broussard

Patricia Shows WM 876 Many

Christopher Sims WM 1342 Kenner

Carliss Solomon WM 532 Gonzales

Patricia Taylor WM 4295 Alexandria

Brenda Trahan WM 469 Lake Charles

Debra Walker WM 2706 Harvey

Carol Werner WM 911 Marrero

Maine 25 years

Austin Quirion WM 2143 Skowhegan

20 yearsTrudy Batchelder WM 2143 Skowhegan

Jerre Buxton WM 2046 Augusta

Angela Gard WM 1974 Houlton

Linda Short LG 7014 Lewiston

Maryland 25 years

Marguerite Hatchel WM 3490 Hanover

Bradley Wilson WM 2577 Cockeysville

20 yearsBetty Hughes WM 1968 Aberdeen

Heather Park WM 1716 Prince Frederick

Heather Saylor WM 2290 Owings Mills

Brenda Zoch WM 2045 Nottingham

Massachusetts

20 yearsRosanne Fuller WM 2222 Tewksbury

Jim Galvao WM 2122 Avon

Andrew Gronblom WM 1970 Hudson

Rosemarie Heyl WM 2222 Tewksbury

Sheldon Hinshaw WM 2336 Plymouth

Vincent Percuoco WM 1970 Hudson

Sherry Pollinger WM 2222 Tewksbury

Betty Wojciechowski WM 2222 Tewksbury

Michigan 25 years

Kerry Baumgartner WM 1798 Caro

Jennifer Case WM 1593 Coldwater

Cindy Fry WM 1593 Coldwater

Brenda Gary WM 1593 Coldwater

Carolyn Gross WM 1593 Coldwater

Bret Hopkins WM 1642 Charlotte

Linda Lautenschlager WM 1592 Bad Axe

Tracy Mitchell-Voigt WM 2273 Burton

Norma Osborne WM 1592 Bad Axe

Sandra Rathbun WM 1593 Coldwater

Lynda Richardson WM 2010 Niles

David Schelke WM 1592 Bad Axe

Susan Stahlhood WM 1593 Coldwater

Aaron Stallings HO 9692 Grand Blanc

Alberta Sullivan WM 1593 Coldwater

Renee Sweitzer WM 1771 Sturgis

Kevin Thomas WM 1593 Coldwater

Robert Toth WM 1593 Coldwater

Linda Walker WM 1593 Coldwater

Kimberly Woodward WM 2693 Fenton

Renee York HO 9692 Kalamazoo

20 yearsCalvin Anderson WM 2522 Escanaba

Douglas Anderson WM 2079 Marquette

Ida Austin WM 1936 Sault Ste. Marie

Jacklyn Badder WM 2358 Alpena

Christopher Belanger WM 2358 Alpena

Brenda Bollone WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Deanna Butterfield WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Craig Campbell WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Anne Carriveau WM 2358 Alpena

Gayle Clark WM 1809 Jonesville

Elena Deer WM 3726 Grand Blanc

Kenneth Deford WM 2700 White Lake

Pam Dekett WM 2358 Alpena

Mary Denny WM 2692 Chesterfield

Nanalie Depew WM 2080 Battle Creek

Cathy Egenriether WM 2358 Alpena

Cheryl Ellis WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Loann Farrell WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Arlene Finger WM 2693 Fenton

James Friedrich WM 2358 Alpena

Evelyn Frydlewicz WM 2358 Alpena

Lisa Fullington WM 1593 Coldwater

Shannon Geletzke WM 2618 Commerce

Jamie Goss WM 1987 Lapeer

Susan Guth WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Steven Harvey WM 2061 Plainwell

Doreen Hettmansperger WM 1791 Fremont

Michael Hoult WM 2358 Alpena

Joanne Huggler WM 2358 Alpena

Kenijean Jones WM 2273 Burton

Christine Kamischke WM 2358 Alpena

Mae Kasubowski WM 2358 Alpena

Carol Kinsella WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Adele Lamay WM 2358 Alpena

Bryan Lemont WM 2358 Alpena

Karrine Oneill WM 4243 Clio

Annette Paad WM 2358 Alpena

Charlotte Porter WM 4424 Warren

Gerald Pozza WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Roger Reinholz WM 2358 Alpena

Katherine Ringuette WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Gary Robertson WM 2358 Alpena

Paul Safranek WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Adrian Scholtes WM 2010 Niles

Darlene Sheldon WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Leilani Taylor WM 2238 Muskegon

Shannon Thiem WM 2358 Alpena

Axel Tinnefeld WM 2358 Alpena

Donald Trombley WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Jeane Waldorf WM 2100 Cheboygan

Julie Winters WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Audrey Wright WM 2358 Alpena

Laura Zuern WM 2434 Iron Mountain

Minnesota 25 years

Andrea Ahlm WM 1577 Buffalo

Tammie Albertson WM 3498 Blaine

Genevieve Boudreau WM 3624 Monticello

Carol Carlson WM 1577 Buffalo

Nancy Dupont WM 1577 Buffalo

Donna Fries WM 1577 Buffalo

Sara Gunsch WM 5977 Burnsville

Bette Jarvela WM 1577 Buffalo

Sharon Kaufman WM 1577 Buffalo

Jane Kidder WM 1577 Buffalo

Linda Lafave WM 1577 Buffalo

Dawn Larson WM 2448 Cottage Grove

Karen Louwagie WM 1722 Marshall

Ruth Olson WM 1577 Buffalo

Barbara Payne WM 1577 Buffalo

Beverly Sandlie WM 3513 Shakopee

Kim Shannon WM 1609 Grand Rapids



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20 yearsDoris Barberg WM 1577 Buffalo

Jodi Bath WM 1562 Coon Rapids

Terri Brown WM 2352 Cambridge

Lori Bruce WM 2352 Cambridge

John Christiansen WM 5992 Lakeville

Andrew Fank WM 1738 Hutchinson

Gene Hasher WM 1473 Mankato

Sharon Houlihan WM 1472 Hastings

Terry James WM 2367 Pine City

Gwen Labeau WM 2352 Cambridge

Janie Lippert WM 1657 Faribault

Ruth Markuson WM 1472 Hastings

Kari Metheny WM 1722 Marshall

Sherrie Meyer WM 2274 Forest Lake

Kathy Mills WM 2198 Bloomington

Helen Ostlund WM 1577 Buffalo

William Oswald WM 1627 Dilworth

Holly Palmer WM 2367 Pine City

Wyntress Pennington WM 3088 St. Cloud

Judy Peters WM 3102 Princeton

Kathleen Peters WM 1562 Coon Rapids

Edith Pigeon WM 2367 Pine City

Christina Rasmussen WM 2352 Cambridge

Mark Smerud WM 1562 Coon Rapids

Carolyn Soller WM 982 Owatonna

James Thompson WM 1722 Marshall

Janet Wagner WM 1470 Willmar

Mississippi 30 years

Malinda Butler WM 874 Natchez

Dianne Fleming WM 874 Natchez

Doris Gordon WM 874 Natchez

Bettye James WM 874 Natchez

Mary West WM 785 Waynesboro

25 yearsAmeenah Adams WM 981 Meridian

Kecia Anderson WM 874 Natchez

Olivia Bailey WM 1059 Forest

Patsie Cobb WM 1530 Cleveland

Linda Cook WM 1530 Cleveland

Mamie Cross WM 239 Kosciusko

Ronald Dodge WM 2846 Olive Branch

Margaret Green WM 1530 Cleveland

Elsie Hall WM 1530 Cleveland

Shirley Harris WM 716 Greenwood

Della Hathorn WM 183 Louisville

Debra Holland WM 1530 Cleveland

James Jones Jr. WM 495 Columbus

Louis Laws WM 1025 McComb

Fred Lewis WM 981 Meridian

Patty Parker WM 501 Laurel

Velveeta Quinn WM 874 Natchez

Marvin Robinson WM 1530 Cleveland

Cheryl Smith WM 848 Southaven

Fredrick Wiley WM 903 Jackson

Edith Williams WM 274 Iuka

20 yearsKay Alford WM 1025 McComb

Dorothy Bluitt WM 495 Columbus

Tony Curtis WM 916 Hattiesburg

Claude Davidson WM 699 Oxford

Lajuana Dearmon WM 785 Waynesboro

Michele Duncan WM 495 Columbus

Larry Ferguson WM 708 Vicksburg

Gloria Flynn WM 708 Vicksburg

Barbara Gregory WM 153 New Albany

Dorothy Henry WM 970 Picayune

Stephanie Higgs WM 3528 Wiggins

Allison Hill WM 1530 Cleveland

Phyllis Johnson WM 1088 Biloxi

Randy Johnson WM 2755 Flowood

Vivian Johnson WM 969 Gulfport

Janice Matthews WM 1074 Grenada

Jeannette McDonald WM 239 Kosciusko

Charles McKnatt WM 391 Tupelo

Martha Michael WM 114 Booneville

Thomas Roberson WM 155 Senatobia

Paul Smith WM 708 Vicksburg

Pamela Sutton WM 182 Greenville

Cecelia Trussell WM 981 Meridian

Anita Williamson WM 273 Fulton

Missouri 30 years

Kathy Earp WM 166 Houston

Mark Evrard WM 20 Clinton

Ofelia Francis WM 2600 Chesterfield

Daniel Gray WM 21 St. Robert

Sharon Roberson WM 46 Bolivar

Geraldine Seamster WM 1094 Raytown

Donna Slyter HO 8081 Springfield

Kathryn Webb WM 135 Chillicothe

Wendy West WM 99 Union

25 yearsNancy Adams WM 96 Harrisonville

Alice Akers WM 173 Potosi

Pamela Anderson WM 7249 Mount Vernon

Barbara Blankenship WM 195 Excelsior Springs

Judy Brauks WM 99 Union

Audrey Connite WM 1094 Raytown

Barbara Davis WM 184 Blue Springs

Linda Dye WM 13 Carthage

Audrey England WM 145 Bowling Green

Margaret Flatt WM 4381 Branson

Tammie Grandstaff WM 1514 Arnold

Roxanne Hall LG 6069 St. James

Elizabeth Halsey WM 326 Higginsville

Patty Harty WM 19 Poplar Bluff

Laura Keene LG 8677 Pineville

Patricia Kloeppel WM 29 Jefferson City

Patsy Kruse WM 13 Carthage

Linda McCollough WM 65 Sullivan

Pam Melahn WM 2856 Oak Grove

Kimberly Richardson WM 4553 Kansas City

Maureen Talley WM 219 Sedalia

Lynda Tufts WM 1177 Manchester

Tanya Willcutt WM 86 Springfield

Theda Wood WM 805 Fenton

20 yearsBette Arnold WM 20 Clinton

Sandra Bezler WM 815 Osage Beach

Donna Biggs WM 1161 St. Charles

Linda Brown WM 152 De Soto

Frances Browne WM 32 Branson

Linda Burton WM 40 Moberly

Barbara Carver WM 179 Springfield

Rhonda Cortright WM 32 Branson

Misty Doran WM 189 Kirksville

Dennis Durr WM 4381 Branson

Pamela Eilers WM 1161 St. Charles

Donna Ellsworth WM 189 Kirksville

Robert Gannon Jr. WM 451 Columbia

Judy Hall WM 96 Harrisonville

Christopher Heberer WM 1265 St. Louis

Helen Hertel WM 65 Sullivan

Pamela Holloway WM 354 Owensville

Rebecca Householder WM 9 Sikeston

Michael Johnson WM 78 Marshfield

Sandy Joyce WM 5313 Lake St. Louis

Francine Komorowski WM 1188 Bridgeton

William Krueger WM 648 St. Peters

Linda Palmer WM 946 Piedmont

Linda Quintrell WM 184 Blue Springs

Kathleen Reyes WM 609 Hannibal

James Ross WM 4553 Kansas City

Thomas Ruggles WM 379 Ozark

Charles Seek WM 325 Richmond

Christine Smith WM 1177 Manchester

Virginia Thompson WM 888 Butler

Patricia Walker WM 25 Mexico

Joseph Wallis WM 1514 Arnold

Nicole Warren WM 2213 St. Louis

David Wood WM 560 St. Joseph

Montana 25 years

Ronald Carlson WM 4412 Laurel

20 yearsAmy Lambert WM 1901 Butte

Bonnee Wynns WM 2259 Kalispell

Nebraska 30 years

Robert Fitzgerald WM 598 Kearney

Deborah Sentelle WM 637 Lexington

25 yearsSharon Keith WM 1585 North Platte

Stephanie Kounovsky WM 598 Kearney

Susan Mackling WM 1332 South Sioux City

Kendra Rasmussen WM 598 Kearney

Beverly Roberts WM 1460 Hastings

Linda Sheppard WM 645 Norfolk

Julie Snider WM 1585 North Platte

Lori Taylor WM 1585 North Platte

Victoria Webb WM 598 Kearney

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WESLEY ROSSELET | CASHIER | STORE 1823 | HANOVER, PA.

The Long Ride“You literally have no choice but to keep moving,” Wesley Rosselet, cashier at Store 1823 in Hanover, Pa., says about the longest bike ride he’s ever done: a little more than 3,200 miles, from Delaware to California, to raise money to fight amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. We introduced you to Wesley in May, as he was preparing to embark on his journey, and caught up with him again to find out whether his trip was a success.

Wesley’s journey, inspired by a friend who has the disease, wasn’t easy. “A couple of times I was tempted to [give up and] get on the Amtrak,” he says. “But the support from my community was so strong that I didn’t ever feel that giving up was an option.”

His fellow associates helped as well. Many made donations, and Walmarts in a number of cities provided Wesley with meals, gift cards, Gatorade, and Clif Bars to help him keep moving.

Wesley’s hard work and perseverance were worth it. Not only did he get many once-in-a-lifetime memories (including seeing the Rocky Mountains for the first time from the ground), but he also raised $3,896 for the ALS Association, almost $1,000 more than his original goal.

Since returning, he’s shared stories and pictures with his fellow associates, and customers who found out about his journey have been eager to come through his line. The most important thing, though, has been striking back against ALS. “One of the greatest keys to joy is to forget about improving our own lives and start helping people who can’t help themselves.”


Denine Werkmeister WM 1585 North Platte

Kerri Zahourek WM 885 Seward

20 yearsDonna Gappa WM 1326 Grand Island

Theresa Gleason WM 3267 Omaha

Carolyn Livingston WM 776 Fremont

Jayne Meysenburg WM 1943 Lincoln

Debra Ritz WM 2784 Beatrice

Judy Stewart WM 645 Norfolk

Tammy Vasa WM 4322 Crete

Jason Warbelton WM 5361 Omaha

Nevada 25 years

Mariellen Garcia WM 1838 Las Vegas

Eva Hernandez WM 2884 Las Vegas

20 yearsMildred Allen WM 3350 Las Vegas

Cathy Bradford WM 2189 Reno

Priscilla Castillo WM 2189 Reno

Anthony Derby WM 3473 Las Vegas

Erik Pollard WM 2189 Reno

Martin Rodriguez WM 2106 Reno

Robert Tone WM 1584 Las Vegas

Becky Watkins WM 3729 Sparks

Cynthia Willis WM 2189 Reno

New Hampshire

25 yearsDawn Cunningham WM 4389 Woodsville

20 yearsSusan Edwards WM 1930 Plaistow

Cynthia Landry WM 1785 Hudson

Denise Nadreau WM 2398 Newington

New Jersey 20 years

Frank Butterworth WM 2109 Millville

Elisabeth Giralo WM 2254 Hammonton

James Haughwout WM 1844 Toms River

Alma Kassner WM 2254 Hammonton

Sheryl Martilini WM 2254 Hammonton

Nicole Meirino-Merefield WM 1869 Marlton

Jennifer Nehr WM 2254 Hammonton

Christine Olsen WM 2254 Hammonton

Linda Purvis WM 2254 Hammonton

Linda Richmond WM 2041 Pennsville

Cheryl Rotellini WM 2254 Hammonton

Milton Smith WM 2171 Princeton

Cynthia Snyder WM 2254 Hammonton

Michael Vanover WM 1844 Toms River

Sandra Vargas WM 2041 Pennsville

New Mexico

30 yearsJennifer Richards WM 1397 Albuquerque

25 yearsPercilla Chancey WM 868 Carlsbad

Debbie Chavez WM 873 Taos

Maria Ferral WM 821 Clovis

Teresa Gaier WM 850 Albuquerque

Donald Lafler WM 4201 Edgewood

Yvette Reed WM 821 Clovis

Jeanne Strom WM 806 Las Cruces

20 yearsGeorge Galindo LG 6084 Los Lunas

Irene Garcia WM 5491 Albuquerque

Mary Hunter WM 5492 Socorro

Jason Lamberth WM 5675 Albuquerque

Donna Sauter WM 4601 Las Cruces

Craig Searight WM 2653 Portales

Larry Treft WM 821 Clovis

Rosemarie Triana WM 831 Albuquerque

Alfredo Trujillo WM 3732 Rio Rancho

New York 20 years

Michael Bak WM 2107 Lockport

Michele Combs WM 2444 Oneida

Lori Davis WM 1744 Webster

Kristina Day WM 2326 Hornell

Linda Decker WM 2355 Williamsville

Kathleen Grant WM 2107 Lockport

Rodney Havers WM 2159 Olean

Alice Hillman WM 2156 Middle Island

Patricia Holdsworth WM 2355 Williamsville

Kim Hopkins WM 2107 Lockport

Jeania Huckstep WM 3607 Albion

Jennifer Kornacki WM 2164 Springville

Mary Lagoy WM 1994 Plattsburgh

Gail Latona WM 2107 Lockport

Frank Lombardo WM 2156 Middle Island

Noel Lozano WM 2156 Middle Island

Peter Martelli WM 2355 Williamsville

Christina Merkel WM 2166 East Syracuse

Jeff Miller WM 1946 Massena

John Milligan WM 5732 Johnson City

Elizabeth Parker WM 1781 Cortland

Patricia Philipps WM 1744 Webster

Nancy Radwich HO 8081 Rochester

Cynthia Roman WM 2286 Centereach

Ann Marie Rosetti WM 1830 Auburn

David Seeger WM 2107 Lockport

Joseph Stein WM 2355 Williamsville

Robert Sticek WM 2586 Buffalo

Doris Thayer WM 2262 Oneonta

Dennis Whitney WM 2159 Olean

Raymond Wolfe WM 5027 Depew

North Carolina

25 yearsAvis Bistritz WM 1355 Morehead City

Gladys Blizzard WM 1197 Rocky Mount

Janice Bullis WM 1317 Asheville

Sandra Causey WM 1322 Lexington

Jason Chapman WM 1498 Greensboro

Beverly Cuzzen WM 1027 Concord

Lillian Davis WM 1614 Durham

Cassandra Daye-McCain WM 1288 Roxboro

Steve Gibson WM 5063 Charlotte

Florence Hall WM 4410 Granite Falls

Beverly Haynes WM 1552 Salisbury

Barbara Hearn WM 1558 Eden

Melva Hedrick WM 1552 Salisbury

Cynthia Hicks WM 2137 Durham

Nancy Hoagland WM 1217 Franklin

Sheila Howell WM 1064 Lenoir

Timothy Howlett WM 1558 Eden

Teresa Hylton WM 1558 Eden

Kimberly Ingle WM 1558 Eden

Everett Jasper WM 2929 Hope Mills

Parish Johnson WM 515 Murphy

Amanda Lewis WM 2772 Southport

Frances Livengood WM 1552 Salisbury

Shelia McNair WM 4250 Morrisville

Glenda McNeill WM 1132 Asheboro

Patricia Mellor HO 8920 Charlotte

Virginia Murray WM 1558 Eden

Joy Pacholski WM 2704 Randleman

Marilynette Paschall WM 1614 Durham

Sandra Smith WM 5851 Greenville

Sheila Stone WM 1064 Lenoir

Pamela Townsend WM 1155 Lumberton

Lori Wilson WM 1795 Pisgah Forest

20 yearsSharon Andrews WM 1321 Smithfield

Joyvita Baluyut WM 1661 Kinston

Joycelyn Banks WM 5292 Raleigh

Sheila Chandler WM 1552 Salisbury

Lana Dessoffy WM 1300 New Bern

Frank Fernandez WM 1774 Sanford

Kathy Hamm WM 1039 Mount Airy

Peggy Hancock WM 877 Monroe

Angela High WM 5298 Gastonia

Phyllis Hixson WM 1392 Wilmington

Tammy Hodge WM 1558 Eden

Erika Joy WM 1097 Aberdeen

Beverly Justice WM 7004 Dallas

Antayna Marks WM 1097 Aberdeen

Christina Reed WM 1385 Gastonia

Tamra Sorsch WM 1312 Spring Lake

Patsy Spurlock WM 4410 Granite Falls

Paula Tilley WM 3658 Greensboro

Peggy Welborn WM 1322 Lexington

Sharon Westmoreland WM 1039 Mount Airy

Agnes White WM 1694 Marion

Rosetta Williams WM 1552 Salisbury

Laurie Woodard WM 1197 Rocky Mount

North Dakota

25 yearsValerie Abelmann WM 1565 Williston

Linda Appling WM 1545 Grand Forks

Judy Augustine WM 1545 Grand Forks

Laura Bendele WM 1545 Grand Forks

Joan Boprie WM 1581 Fargo

Nancy Breakey WM 5806 Grand Forks

Shirley Chamness WM 1565 Williston

Lori Cook WM 1534 Bismarck

Natalie Dickson WM 2033 Mandan

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Noelle Eback WM 2033 Mandan

Regina Emery WM 1565 Williston

Mary Endres WM 1545 Grand Forks

Cheryl Ferraro WM 1545 Grand Forks

Doris Fortman WM 5806 Grand Forks

Vivian Frederick WM 1534 Bismarck

Cathy Freeman WM 1545 Grand Forks

Kieran Gaulrapp WM 1581 Fargo

Nora Hagemann WM 1581 Fargo

Bonnie Haman WM 1545 Grand Forks

Julie Heid WM 2033 Mandan

Tammy Helgeson WM 4352 Fargo

James Jennings WM 1545 Grand Forks

Mavis Johnson WM 3648 Bismarck

Richard Kittleson WM 1565 Williston

Betty Kosmatka WM 1545 Grand Forks

Sherryl Kvamme WM 1545 Grand Forks

Annette Lamont WM 1545 Grand Forks

Denice Lien WM 1581 Fargo

Marcella Mack WM 1581 Fargo

Sandra Melby-Kapel WM 1581 Fargo

Kelly Neibauer WM 1534 Bismarck

Coleetta Roth WM 1565 Williston

Annette Smith WM 1534 Bismarck

Aileen Stallman WM 1545 Grand Forks

Marilyn Strand WM 1565 Williston

Ronda Thomas WM 1581 Fargo

Kurt Utter WM 1534 Bismarck

Kathy Wentz WM 1534 Bismarck

Leona Wolbaum WM 1534 Bismarck

Sandy Young-Rhinehart WM 1534 Bismarck

20 yearsElizabeth Hoffman WM 1565 Williston

Terri Schweigert WM 2033 Mandan

George Webster WM 1581 Fargo

Ohio 30 years

Linda White WM 1750 Marion

25 yearsDiana Anderson WM 1333 Van Wert

Rita Culp WM 5471 Mansfield

Tonya Dismeaux WM 1521 Cincinnati

Grace Florea WM 3749 Cincinnati

Carolyn Gaumer WM 1539 Ontario

Tabatha Head WM 1539 Ontario

Pamela Hughes WM 2666 Columbus

Marvel Hurston WM 2275 Oxford

Patricia Johnson WM 1539 Ontario

Theresa Johnson WM 3342 Amelia

Donald Kuhlmann WM 1521 Cincinnati

Kimberly Lawson WM 1448 Ashland

Carol Lemponen WM 1521 Cincinnati

Laura Mabry WM 1812 Wooster

Lori Morgan WM 1521 Cincinnati

Sandra Pearce WM 4609 Cincinnati

Lillian Rohan WM 2211 Poland

Shary Rose WM 5471 Mansfield

Melissa Schlaegel HO 9692 Columbus

Patricia Secrist WM 1539 Ontario

Freda Webb WM 1539 Ontario

Nancy Weber WM 2441 Hamilton

Wendy West WM 5029 Oregon

Charles Wright WM 3580 Newark

20 yearsJulian Allen WM 2250 Cincinnati

Carolyn Beckett WM 2441 Hamilton

Lisa Beckett WM 1478 South Point

Daryl Brown WM 2966 Wadsworth

Mary Bush WM 1622 Tiffin

Donna Cook WM 1504 Dayton

Cathleen Corman WM 2250 Cincinnati

Jessica Cornett WM 1503 Dayton

Bruce Crawford WM 2197 Cortland

Denice Davis WM 2309 West Chester

Cindy Dix WM 2191 Bryan

Geraldine Dyson WM 2316 North Olmsted

Jesusa Everett WM 4255 Elyria

Renee Furst WM 2316 North Olmsted

Carole Gilbert WM 1724 Millersburg

Rosa Gomez WM 1839 Lorain

Elizabeth Gudorf WM 5104 Moraine

Melinda Hall WM 2191 Bryan

Ronnie Hamilton WM 1724 Millersburg

Diana Hewitt WM 1445 Port Clinton

Janie Huffman WM 2361 North Canton

Brenda Hutchison LG 6024 Grove City

Frances Jennings WM 2441 Hamilton

Rhonda Kies WM 3300 Wapakoneta

Renita Kimble WM 2250 Cincinnati

Mary Kinder WM 2316 North Olmsted

Rita Mace WM 2316 North Olmsted

Saundra Masters WM 1495 Huber Heights

Karen Mc Donough WM 2316 North Olmsted

Joyce McLane WM 5355 Kenton

Donna Meincke WM 2266 Strongsville

Tina Misorski WM 2316 North Olmsted

Joy Montgomery WM 5355 Kenton

Kristi Mueller WM 1368 West Union

Charles Newsom Jr. WM 2197 Cortland

Mariellen Palmer WM 2316 North Olmsted

Tracy Parker WM 1503 Dayton

Tammara Pauline WM 2115 New Philadelphia

Michelle Pitts WM 5066 Avon

Richard Pugh LG 6024 Grove City

Elizabeth Richey WM 4609 Cincinnati

Edna Roberts WM 2441 Hamilton

William Ross LG 6024 Grove City

Pamela Santos WM 2250 Cincinnati

Maribel Sebring WM 1863 Eastlake

Sharon Smith WM 5082 Parma

Hilda Stampahar WM 3608 Madison

Kathy Tecca WM 2316 North Olmsted

Doris Tomcko WM 2316 North Olmsted

Jayne Turner WM 2441 Hamilton

Di Van Hooser WM 1427 Circleville

William Wells Jr. LG 6024 Grove City

Barbara Wilcox WM 2426 Columbus

Marijo Woskowicz WM 2316 North Olmsted

Cathy Woyat WM 2441 Hamilton

Stephanie Yost WM 2309 West Chester

Oklahoma 30 years

Peggy Ayres WM 231 Ada

Tammy Garretson WM 41 Bartlesville

Linda Gonzalez WM 1597 Tulsa

Melony Gregory WM 4195 Choctaw

Timothy Hallett WM 41 Bartlesville

Suize Love WM 231 Ada

Sharon Schachle WM 622 Oklahoma City

William Tucker WM 499 Enid

25 yearsJodie Anson WM 73 Sapulpa

Dawn Barton WM 564 Oklahoma City

Lowella Bloss WM 12 Claremore

Carolyn Bronnenberg WM 41 Bartlesville

Tracy Doucet WM 1116 Duncan

Dennis Ferguson WM 134 Elk City

Jamie Glass WM 136 Blackwell

David Hayes HO 9230 Enid

Gregory Lansford WM 472 Broken Arrow

Cindy Mayer WM 374 Coweta

Greg Miller WM 207 Cleveland

Alice Rodriguez WM 743 Oklahoma City

Antonio Rodriguez WM 743 Oklahoma City

20 yearsRobin Bell-Sprolden WM 129 Ardmore

Lindsay Boatright WM 340 Checotah

Robin Brown WM 130 Muskogee

Barbara Bruhn WM 374 Coweta

Carolyn Burton WM 1056 Newcastle

Joan Chronister WM 231 Ada

Dwight Dockins WM 1626 Oklahoma City

Joyce Fleming WM 31 Poteau

Carrie Harbin WM 231 Ada

James Hart WM 838 Sand Springs

Kay Henley WM 231 Ada

Ruth Jewell WM 5071 Lawton

Cindy Johnson WM 544 Oklahoma City

Edith Kreie WM 103 Shawnee

Jeffrey Linell WM 472 Broken Arrow

Roger Martin WM 151 McAlester

Regina Matthews WM 2875 Warr Acres

Jan McCarthy WM 129 Ardmore

Mary Meyer WM 151 McAlester

Melissa Mirza WM 3430 Oklahoma City

Gina Osborn WM 564 Oklahoma City

Chris Roe WM 12 Claremore

Carolyn Romano WM 150 Woodward

Charles Simonson WM 360 Cushing

Diane Stevens WM 2734 Norman

Vicky Towe WM 622 Oklahoma City

Charles Weaver WM 564 Oklahoma City

Jennifer Wong WM 151 McAlester

Oregon 30 years

Cyndi Brewer WM 1793 Woodburn



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20 yearsMaria Gonzalez WM 1951 Ontario

Virginia Johnson WM 1772 Klamath Falls

Tina Peck WM 1817 Hermiston

Birgit Roberts WM 5993 Beaverton

Kathleen Thompson WM 3258 Eugene

Curtis Vittozzi WM 2069 Medford

Pennsylvania

25 yearsJoyce Alfree WM 1537 Gettysburg

Sandra Bankhead WM 2019 Uniontown

Rita Burd WM 1537 Gettysburg

Melissa Butts WM 2230 State College

Diana Chronister WM 1537 Gettysburg

Tina Clabaugh WM 1537 Gettysburg

Robert Downey WM 1640 State College

Dennis Eberhart WM 1823 Hanover

Sally Gardner WM 1537 Gettysburg

David Glunt WM 1640 State College

Ruth Grenoble WM 1640 State College

Christy Johnson WM 5888 Camp Hill

Janine Johnson WM 1607 Lewistown

Lynne Karstetter WM 2528 Mill Hall

David Keith WM 1640 State College

Joyce Lucas WM 1770 Cranberry Township

Ross Mayhew LG 6027 Woodland

Scott Mummert LG 6047 Bedford

Aruna Patel WM 1670 Wyomissing

Arpi Rhodes WM 2535 St. Clair

Jayne Ruggiero WM 1537 Gettysburg

Karen Schue WM 1537 Gettysburg

William Smeak WM 1823 Hanover

Jeff Thompson WM 1537 Gettysburg

Sandra Tregunna LG 6027 Woodland

Brian Vineyard WM 1640 State College

20 yearsLisa Altman WM 2287 New Castle

Christopher Baccari HO 8085 Philadelphia

Ronald Beck WM 1739 Washington

Laura Boyles WM 1887 Montoursville

Janet Brickell WM 2287 New Castle

Dianne Caputo WM 2064 Milford

Barbara Carr WM 2141 Philadelphia

Sherri Centra LG 6827 Woodland

Charleen Clark LG 6827 Woodland

Deanna Clark WM 2287 New Castle

Ellis Cotlar WM 3564 Willow Grove

Edwin Cracraft WM 2287 New Castle

Karen Davis WM 1684 Everett

Doris Evans WM 2129 Clearfield

Judith Hall WM 2185 Selinsgrove

Margaret Keister WM 1644 Lewisburg

Laura Kennedy WM 2287 New Castle

Mary Letoski WM 1623 Wilkes-Barre

Raymond Luckock WM 1656 Meadville

Jennifer Mackey WM 2287 New Castle

Marisa Maghran WM 1623 Wilkes-Barre

Linda Marino WM 2263 Pottstown

Anka Martin WM 2287 New Castle

Jamie Maslyk WM 2287 New Castle

Barbara Mitchell WM 2287 New Castle

Josephine Palkovich WM 2287 New Castle

Carol Patsy WM 2287 New Castle

Holly Preston WM 1670 Wyomissing

Margaret Puhalla WM 3223 Beaver Falls

Terrie Quear WM 2287 New Castle

Linda Randall WM 2574 Carlisle

Robbie Rayner WM 2287 New Castle

Dorothy Reaser WM 2252 Easton

Brian Show WM 1885 Butler

Andria Smith WM 1887 Montoursville

Shane Swails LG 7830 Pottsville

Cheryl Thompson WM 2287 New Castle

Bridget Waskin WM 2287 New Castle

Justine Yaggi WM 2420 Belle Vernon

Puerto Rico 25 years

Richard Figueroa Rodriguez WMPR 3669 Bayamon

Jorge Gala Aguilera WMPR 3690 Guaynabo

James Rivera Londrigan WMPR 3672 Rio Piedras

20 yearsJose Anaya HO 9349 Caguas

Anderson Astacio WMPR 2067 Mayaguez

Carlos Casillas Martinez WMPR 3670 Levittown

Angel Castro WMPR 2072 Guayama

Norarma Cintron WMPR 3693 Santa Isabel

Arturo Garcia WMPR 2449 Caguas

Edilma Gonzalez WMPR 3693 Santa Isabel

Jose Mendez Figueroa WMPR 1822 Fajardo

Angel Morales Aviles WMPR 3684 Salinas

Eduardo Oyola WMPR 1822 Fajardo

Roberto Pardo WMPR 1854 Hatillo

Wilfredo Perez Figueroa WMPR 2240 Humacao

Luis Rivera De Jesus WMPR 3680 Bayamon

Flor Rodriguez WMPR 1822 Fajardo

Cathy Sepulveda WMPR 2067 Mayaguez

Alberto Serrano WMPR 1854 Hatillo

Magali Sotelo WMPR 2072 Guayama

Jose Soto WMPR 1854 Hatillo

Rhode Island

20 yearsCynthia Algasso WM 1873 Cranston

South Carolina

30 yearsTyrone Gossett WM 640 Greenville

Anna Jones WM 4420 Leesville

25 yearsHarsha Amin WM 881 Lexington

Sherry Ammons WM 1603 Chester

Patricia Bailey WM 641 Greenville

Peggy Barnett WM 1244 Taylors

Cynthia Bergaus WM 514 Aiken

Lisa Best WM 1270 North Augusta

Jean Cauble WM 1130 Laurens

Delores Chattine WM 625 Georgetown

Wanda Darby WM 1603 Chester

Wilhelmenia Dockery WM 616 Orangeburg

Gloria Gennings Stafford WM 1603 Chester

Gina George WM 1383 Beaufort

Cynthia Miller WM 1603 Chester

Karen Morse WM 1130 Laurens

Melody Moseley WM 1603 Chester

Debby Post WM 3733 Tega Cay

Kevin Roten WM 641 Greenville

Carla Worthy WM 629 Union

Lori Wyatt WM 1035 Spartanburg

20 yearsRickie Babson WM 2265 Simpsonville

Suzanne Barlow WM 5705 Garden City Beach

Debra Belton WM 2214 Columbia

Sabrina Carter WM 631 Easley

Samuel Cooley WM 644 Anderson

Joel Flanagan-Grannemann WM 1286 Columbia

Lisa Garvin WM 1383 Beaufort

Harriett Jackson WM 1164 Columbia

Silenna Jackson WM 1286 Columbia

Harold Kirkland WM 4420 Leesville

Tracey Ligon WM 640 Greenville

April Moore WM 642 Cheraw

Edna Parks WM 643 Myrtle Beach

Dian Peters WM 511 Sumter

Richard Reeves LG 6073 Pageland

Diane Rice WM 2687 Greer

Shontea Richardson WM 4384 Mount Pleasant

Samantha Robertson WM 1382 Greenwood

Nancy Scala WM 2687 Greer

Betty Smith WM 644 Anderson

Dennis Smith WM 3733 Tega Cay

Hattie Spann WM 630 Florence

SAM-WISE

“If you want a successful business, your people must feel that you are working for them—not that they are working for you.” Sam Walton

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“The military taught us, ‘don’t give up the ship,’ ” says Judy Kronk, who served 20 years in the U.S. Navy and is now a fabric and crafts associate/cashier at Store 2618 in Commerce, Mich. And although she’s no longer on active duty, Judy continues to serve: the military, the community, and her customers at Walmart.

Judy has been active in her local American Legion post and carries the flag in Memorial Day parades, but she’s also twice collected signatures from customers and associates on a cardboard U.S. flag to show support for (and boost the morale of ) troops overseas. “We once collected more than 200 signatures in one day,” she says.

Judy is also committed to serving customers: “Serving customers is about listening, giving your all, answering requests, and being very polite and thankful that the customer was there,” she says.

In the military, Judy says, people were sometimes surprised to see a woman on duty, but she never let it hold her back. “Women can do the same job as men,” she says. She brings that same spirit to Walmart, where drive and ambition have allowed her to succeed and advance. Though she admits she’s short (5 feet, 4 inches), Judy says: “I’m small, but I’m mighty.”

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South Dakota

25 yearsDaro Crandall WM 1500 Watertown

Kirsten Crowson WM 1604 Rapid City

Connie Kowalski WM 1535 Sioux Falls

Teresa Lang WM 1543 Spearfish

Reatha Pack WM 1604 Rapid City

Julie Pedneau WM 1543 Spearfish

Jacqueline Severson WM 1535 Sioux Falls

20 yearsEunice Christopherson WM 1535 Sioux Falls

Kris Wilson WM 1604 Rapid City

Tennessee 30 years

Karol Arp WM 366 Madisonville

Michael Chandler WM 879 Lafayette

Susan Cothron WM 879 Lafayette

Shirley Hall WM 879 Lafayette

Alfreda Honaker WM 742 Kingsport

Cynthia Roberts WM 599 Kingsport

Sonia Robertson WM 879 Lafayette

Anita Strode WM 879 Lafayette

Betty Sutton WM 737 Lewisburg

Chris Swallows WM 677 Dyersburg

Carolyn Thompson WM 710 Hermitage

25 yearsDerik Bibb WM 671 Lebanon

Sandy Boles WM 657 Cookeville

Etta Capps WM 1089 Kimball

Susan Carroll WM 682 Murfreesboro

Lydia Collins WM 742 Kingsport

Georgia Donald WM 738 Camden

Kenneth Duncan WM 5057 Murfreesboro

Donna Franklin WM 695 Madison

Lois Fulton WM 674 Gallatin

Judy Garrett WM 687 Crossville

Juanita Guthrie WM 93 Covington

Sallie Hale WM 175 Collierville

M. Hardeman WM 671 Lebanon

Nancy Hicks WM 620 Bristol

Angie Hise WM 667 Tullahoma

Sharon Hudgens WM 5057 Murfreesboro

Sharon Knight WM 5251 Chattanooga

Kathy Markland WM 690 Elizabethton

Cory Martin WM 738 Camden

Teresa Mc Clure WM 678 Newport

Gwynelda McClain WM 177 Paris

Donald McRady WM 3017 Spring Hill

M Janice Moon WM 93 Covington

Lisa Moore WM 93 Covington

Donna Oliveria WM 1248 Memphis

Linda Ping WM 735 Winchester

Bula Plunk WM 107 Martin

Liane Quick WM 314 Fayetteville

Jeanie Rye WM 659 Nashville

Jimmy Smith WM 1606 Hixson

Pamela Speer WM 104 Milan

Avery Spurgeon WM 685 Morristown

James Stanley WM 1080 Johnson City

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CELEBRATING 35 YEARS “Success with Walmart is my life. It’s like you’re part of a big team that cares for you.”

Jimmy Frye, store manager, Store 65, Sullivan, Mo.

Michael Stewart WM 120 Humboldt

Tana Stout WM 175 Collierville

Ginger Taylor WM 93 Covington

Beverly Upchurch WM 192 Columbia

Sarah Winsett WM 314 Fayetteville

David Wofford WM 674 Gallatin

Vickie Worrell WM 1159 New Tazewell

20 yearsGail Arnold WM 738 Camden

Teresa Bailey WM 2310 Knoxville

Le Beebe WM 738 Camden

Benjamin Bennett WM 737 Lewisburg

Olene Berryhill WM 1561 Memphis

Ellen Brown WM 2932 Knoxville

Jerry Brown WM 107 Martin

Phyllis Cain WM 1075 Clarksville

Ronald Campbell WM 678 Newport

Sherrie Carson WM 2310 Knoxville

Tracy Chumley WM 1159 New Tazewell

Ronnie Countee WM 673 Clarksville

Barbara Cruz WM 104 Milan

Trena Drennon WM 671 Lebanon

Angela Fergerson WM 667 Tullahoma

David Fulk WM 272 Franklin

Michael Grant WM 2310 Knoxville

Katie Grantham WM 94 Millington

Joan Grayson WM 1320 Knoxville

Robert Guidry WM 657 Cookeville

Margaret Hall WM 4226 Dunlap

Rosie Hearns WM 5196 Memphis

Barbara Henson WM 677 Dyersburg

Sandra Hill WM 676 Rockwood

Kerri Holeton WM 4635 Clinton

Eric Hunter WM 1376 Hendersonville

Mary Hutchinson WM 1318 Knoxville

Ronalda James WM 673 Clarksville

Virginia Jamison WM 710 Hermitage

Kathy Jenkins WM 710 Hermitage

Mary Jones WM 657 Cookeville

Sherry Jones WM 393 Jackson

Sheryl Lansford WM 1226 Ashland City

Patti Mayfield WM 4226 Dunlap

Judy McNeil WM 1248 Memphis

Martin Mensi WM 684 Lexington

Stephen Minter WM 682 Murfreesboro

Pok MunkresWM 1075 Clarksville

Wilene Oliver WM 2322 Cordova

Carolyn Reed WM 177 Paris

Anita RiddleWM 735 Winchester

Kathleen Roberts WM 1561 Memphis

Elma Robinson WM 264 Dickson

Teresa Rodriguez WM 672 Alcoa

Vernia Russell WM 742 Kingsport

Gloria Rutherford WM 742 Kingsport

Bonnie Scarborough WM 676 Rockwood

Jennifer Turner WM 1318 Knoxville

Julee Vandergriff WM 1089 Kimball

Donald Webster WM 2310 Knoxville

Percilla Whitaker WM 3717 Nashville

Keith Whitfield WM 673 Clarksville

Sheila Williams WM 735 Winchester

Jay Wilson WM 735 Winchester

Jeanette Wilson WM 690 Elizabethton

Texas 30 years

Victoria Castillo WM 746 Temple

Cecelia Charbonneau WM 827 Canton

Helen Clark WM 384 Lumberton

Aubrey Coker WM 417 Sulphur Springs

Judy Collins WM 228 Cleburne

Brenda Doss WM 220 Burleson

Robert Doyle WM 3112 San Antonio

Debbie Ehrman WM 5866 Frisco

Brenda Fox WM 228 Cleburne

Cynthia Gomez WM 330 Victoria

April Handy WM 915 Stafford

Vickie Keown WM 280 Rockdale

Joann Leal WM 4130 Kyle

Eddie McWalters WM 4298 Humble

Brenda Means WM 131 Mount Pleasant

Ola Miller WM 522 Crosby

Shari Pape WM 465 Floresville

Maxine Pruett WM 4194 Victoria

Andrea Rightenour WM 822 Amarillo

Ismael Rubio WM 945 Lubbock

25 yearsAntelmo Aguirre WM 1494 Corpus Christi

Peggy Allen WM 240 Commerce

Randy Allison WM 462 Alvin

Steven Baker WM 1254 Bellmead

Donna Blackwood WM 148 Paris

Douglas Bolger WM 5080 Hurst

Roxanna Bruens WM 4219 Buda

Brenda Bryant WM 417 Sulphur Springs

Christy Caskey WM 2991 Cedar Park

Yvette Cerda WM 768 Katy

Edward Chapman WM 259 Rockwall

Nasrin Choudhury WM 880 Irving

Kenneth Clark WM 1198 San Antonio

Delia Coronado WM 822 Amarillo

Karen Crawford WM 5359 Azle

Veronica Culwell WM 1137 Houston

Deborah Doane WM 476 Gatesville

Patricia Duran WM 330 Victoria

Guillermo Esquivel LG 6012 Plainview

Sandra Fletcher WM 427 Greenville

Penny Fowler WM 610 Stephenville

Bella Galvan WM 503 Columbus

Janice Garner WM 226 Atlanta

Rosa Garza WM 546 Richmond

Ivey Goolsby HO 9271 Dallas

Lee Grabman WM 6929 Temple

Kimberley Graham WM 793 Canyon

Blanca Guillen WM 595 Harlingen

Rhonda Hareford LG 6012 Plainview

Bertha Hernandez WM 465 Floresville

Teresa Hernandez LG 6812 Plainview

Tina Huerta WM 385 Cuero

Lettizia Huitron WM 1235 San Antonio

Tina Hutto WM 180 Jacksonville

Bennie Jackson WM 949 Dallas

Doyle Jackson WM 1118 Balch Springs

Corine Johnson WM 140 Lufkin

Doug Jones WM 475 Round Rock

Patricia Kendrick WM 271 Bowie

Elizabeth Lawrence WM 381 Copperas Cove

Deborah Lewis WM 1178 Bedford

Charlotte Lloyd WM 1062 Friendswood

Valerie Lopez WM 3828 Longview

Ruben Marquez HO 8385 New Braunfels

David Martinez WM 458 Aransas Pass

Pamela Masterson WM 947 Sherman

Pedro Melendez WM 503 Columbus

Ernesto Mendoza WM 427 Greenville

David Mims WM 5359 Azle

Rhonda Montoya WM 1801 Arlington

Debby Moon WM 804 Mineral Wells

Danny Morris WM 2625 Carrollton

Joyce Newsome WM 1216 Carrollton

Toby Norton HO 8385 Carrollton

Terry Parrish WM 383 Silsbee

Pattie Phillips WM 789 Mesquite

Jose Ponce WM 1041 Weslaco

Nita Porter WM 536 Abilene

Elizabeth Powell WM 408 Port Arthur

Mary Prieto WM 1040 Houston

Felicia Rabb LG 6036 Palestine

Cynthia Ramos WM 1313 San Antonio

Linda Rathke WM 5211 McKinney

Marcos Rodriguez WM 768 Katy

Ana Sanchez WM 512 El Paso

Kimberley Saxton WM 321 Brenham

Elvia Serrata WM 791 Alice

Denise Sherrard WM 228 Cleburne


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Angela Soderblom WM 260 Waxahachie

Christine Soliz WM 3826 Lubbock

Debra Stachowiak WM 440 Rockport

Sherri Stone WM 181 New Boston

Deborah Taylor WM 3828 Longview

Anna Trevino WM 513 Big Spring

Pascual Trevino WM 452 McAllen

Loxie Tupy WM 4215 Quinlan

Jimmy Voyles LG 6012 Plainview

Michael Wangler WM 1800 Garland

Lisa Watkins WM 220 Burleson

Marie Williams WM 131 Mount Pleasant

Michael Winder WM 703 Tomball

Susan Young WM 896 Grand Prairie

20 yearsEmory Adams Jr. WM 163 Nacogdoches

Bobby Aguilar WM 602 Spring

Sue Akers WM 2404 San Antonio

Debbie Allen WM 3645 Midland

Jesus Alonzo WM 3763 El Paso

Robert Alonzo WM 470 Corpus Christi

Olga Alvarado HO 9271 Dallas

Catherine Antoine WM 651 Beaumont

Robert Barba WM 5290 San Antonio

Silke Becker WM 321 Brenham

Elaine Benavides WM 1235 San Antonio

Margaret Bolden WM 471 Lancaster

Tobietha Bonds WM 1044 Tyler

Ginger Bowen WM 791 Alice

Maria Briones WM 595 Harlingen

Lisa Briseno WM 1347 San Antonio

Gary Brown WM 158 Bonham

Mary Bruening WM 321 Brenham

Dennis Burks WM 206 McKinney

Oscar Cano WM 595 Harlingen

Jackson Carey WM 822 Amarillo

Joe Casias WM 4103 Devine

Amanda Chambers WM 321 Brenham

Maria Chapa HO 9271 Dallas

Lynnette Corwin WM 1178 Bedford

Mack Coward WM 148 Paris

Brenda Crampton WM 4299 Lubbock

Ortencia Cruz WM 429 Edinburg

Joe Cuellar WM 4131 San Antonio

Chemesha Davis WM 471 Lancaster

Selina De La Rosa WM 595 Harlingen

Esther De Los Santos WM 330 Victoria

Diana De Palo WM 5359 Azle

Melvin Doss WM 165 Henderson

Jenni Dougan WM 947 Sherman

Ana Espinoza WM 3640 Houston

Tracy Estrada WM 3653 Burleson

Sophia Fisk WM 284 Mansfield

Emma Game WM 420 Wichita Falls

Anna Garcia WM 3500 Houston

Maria Garcia WM 470 Corpus Christi

Pete Garcia HO 9271 Dallas

Jose Garza WM 883 Raymondville

Pedro Garza WM 5147 Dallas

David Gheen WM 951 Hempstead

Leslee Gilbert WM 158 Bonham

Wanda Gilman WM 165 Henderson

Denise Godley WM 546 Richmond

Jose Gonzales WM 440 Rockport

Randall Gregg WM 1198 San Antonio

Lupe Gutierrez WM 465 Floresville

Virginia Guye WM 703 Tomball

Delight Haney WM 789 Mesquite

Michael Hanks WM 3777 Frisco

Pamela Hansel WM 467 Denton

Pamela Harrell WM 765 San Antonio

Christopher Harwell WM 3591 Montgomery

Lisa Hawkins WM 3530 Rockwall

Jennifer Hinaman WM 228 Cleburne

Melanie Hoffmann WM 1126 Boerne

Mickey Horton WM 535 Abilene

Eron Huddleston WM 475 Round Rock

Joycelyn Jackson WM 1040 Houston

Jose Jimenez LG 6036 Palestine

Cheryl Jones WM 1313 San Antonio

William Jones LG 6836 Palestine

Billie Keller WM 1232 Belton

Bertha Lane WM 703 Tomball

Ernesto Lara LG 6016 New Braunfels

David Leal WM 2404 San Antonio

Peter Linder WM 500 El Paso

Blanca Lopez WM 2763 Donna

Pablo Lopez WM 1150 College Station

Karen Lowery WM 2397 Mansfield

Anabel Luna HO 9271 Dallas

Elizabeth Martinez WM 3015 Dallas

Sandra Martinez WM 768 Katy

Jo Mason WM 2404 San Antonio

Lydia Mata WM 5359 Azle

Terry McClinton WM 3044 Fort Worth

Kristina McGath WM 2599 San Antonio

Roberta Mendez WM 2239 San Antonio

Rosa Mendoza WM 1279 Houston

Gwendolyn Moren WM 249 Cleveland

David Morris WM 467 Denton

Shantay Peloquin HO 9617 Carrollton

Linda Prather WM 822 Amarillo

Tamera Prim WM 2123 Texarkana

Ruben Ramirez WM 461 Eagle Pass

Matt Reiland LG 4889 New Braunfels

Patricia Reyes WM 4366 El Paso

Roger Ricketts WM 148 Paris

Marilyn Rivera WM 285 Huntsville

Enrique Rivera-Castro LG 6083 Temple

Erma Robinson WM 2978 Fort Worth

Tracie Robinson WM 140 Lufkin

Frank Ross LG 6836 Palestine

Rose Saldana WM 901 Seguin

Jorge Sanchez WM 447 Del Rio

Mary Sanchez WM 752 Pasadena

Nicolasa Sanchez LG 6036 Palestine

Dorothy Shepard WM 755 Amarillo

Shirley Siller WM 6589 San Antonio

Mae Smith WM 345 Palestine

Vera Souder WM 2239 San Antonio

Bobby Steel WM 4193 Tyler

Roy Stubblefield WM 345 Palestine

David Taylor WM 4416 Houston

Micheal Taylor WM 5316 Saginaw

Jamie Terronez WM 228 Cleburne

Catherine Tharp WM 1405 Bay City

Rosa Torres WM 1000 Brownsville

Marisela Trevino WM 447 Del Rio

David Valdez LG 6083 Temple

Juanita Vandersaul WM 220 Burleson

Carla Vannier WM 158 Bonham

Nora Vasquez WM 3320 Palmhurst

Blanca Vela WM 452 McAllen

Eduardo Velazquez WM 292 Lockhart

Melissa Veliz WM 429 Edinburg

Maria Villagomez WM 437 Sealy

Maricela Villarreal WM 791 Alice

Michelle Villarreal LG 6083 Temple

Armandina Villegas WM 3112 San Antonio

Marshell Wade WM 1279 Houston

Rose Mary White WM 2864 San Antonio

Richard Wilson LG 6816 Temple

Franshie Ybarra WM 5931 Dallas

Jimmy Youngblood WM 146 Gilmer

Susana Zubiri HO 9271 Dallas

Utah 25 years

Janet Armstrong WM 1573 Price

Antonia Jarvi WM 2207 Midvale

Trudy Kohles WM 1439 Washington

Patricia Olsen WM 1573 Price

Cynthia Schmitz WM 1573 Price

Diana Trujillo WM 1573 Price

20 yearsTracie Beal WM 1708 Riverdale

Margaret Capener WM 1699 Layton

Sharon Curl WM 5167 Payson

Geraldine Frantz WM 5168 Richfield

Janet Garrard WM 1440 Tooele

Ida Jones WM 1440 Tooele

Linda Staley WM 1827 Park City

Vermont 20 years

Robert Knights WM 2289 Bennington

Christina Moore WM 2530 Rutland

Virginia 30 years

Kimberly Cunningham WM 2089 Bristol

25 yearsJerry Anderson WM 1523 Glen Allen

Patricia Benton WM 1523 Glen Allen

Robin Coleman WM 1309 Salem

Cassandra Coles WM 1525 Mechanicsville

Renita Crowe WM 1524 Chester

Cheryle Francis WM 1486 Farmville

Donald Ham HO 8701 Galax

Eric Hatcher HO 9654 Lynchburg

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Gwendolyn Kimble WM 1344 Staunton

Wanda Schulke WM 1335 Lexington

James Simmons WM 1523 Glen Allen

Kimberley Simmons HO 8920 Lynchburg

James Somogyi WM 1523 Glen Allen

20 yearsClaire Ahammou WM 1969 Midlothian

Deborah Alley WM 1309 Salem

Rona Anwari WM 2038 Sterling

Ruby Bannister WM 2136 Culpeper

Michelle Barnes HO 8920 Fredericksburg

Barbara Clinkscales WM 2438 Stafford

Christy Dean WM 5753 Alexandria

Violet Dent WM 5731 Locust Grove

Bethel Fields WM 1302 Norton

Rosella Garretson WM 2438 Stafford

Sharon Graley WM 1302 Norton

Cynthia Green WM 2438 Stafford

Diana Hartwell WM 3588 Dumfries

Maurice Heath LG 6023 Sutherland

Lorraine Hill WM 2258 Alexandria

Ellen Hillsman WM 1350 Lynchburg

Diane Jackson WM 2258 Alexandria

Kathleen Kappel WM 2520 Fredericksburg

Sara Lansdown WM 2015 Fairfax

Linda Lewis WM 2337 Rocky Mount

Michael Macwelch LG 6088 Williamsburg

Pamela Millard WM 1688 Virginia Beach

Bonnie Morrison WM 2312 Roanoke

Karen Motley WM 2258 Alexandria

Zestinnia Pamplin-Ross WM 1345 South Boston

Cheryl Rhea WM 3480 Lebanon

Aaron Robins WM 1301 Roanoke

Carrie Salyers WM 1302 Norton

Heidi Sasser WM 1424 Colonial Heights

Rebecca Shry WM 2136 Culpeper

Stephanie Smith WM 5488 Norfolk

James Snead WM 1243 Martinsville

Carolyn Specht WM 4258 Fredericksburg

Rochelle Sykes WM 2194 Alexandria

Natividad Tamayo WM 2015 Fairfax

Dottie Taylor WM 1687 Suffolk

Dora Valencia WM 1833 Fredericksburg

Brenda Wahye WM 2258 Alexandria

Cynthia Weare WM 2194 Alexandria

Grace Wobil WM 2038 Sterling

Washington 25 years

Linda Donavon WM 2319 Oak Harbor

Susan Johnson WM 2319 Oak Harbor

Matthew Krieg WM 2549 Spokane

20 yearsChristine Buckmaster WM 2196 Port Angeles

Christine Campbell WM 2196 Port Angeles

David Carlson WM 2196 Port Angeles

Evelyn Crane WM 5273 Sequim

Karen Dahl WM 5273 Sequim

Sharon Fulmer WM 2196 Port Angeles

Sabrina Garro WM 2007 Moses Lake

Brenda Harris HO 8975 Marysville

Celena Holm WM 5273 Sequim

Janet Jordan WM 1947 Omak

Lisa Macdonald WM 5273 Sequim

Lita McPherson WM 5273 Sequim

Paulina Ourand WM 3850 Tumwater

James Pense WM 3705 Yelm

Daniel Regnier WM 2450 Bellingham

Raul Ruiz WM 5273 Sequim

Darcy Sampson WM 2196 Port Angeles

Kristy Sorensen WM 3794 Federal Way

Anne Szydlek WM 2196 Port Angeles

Dawndlee Terrell WM 2550 Vancouver

Kim Washburn WM 5273 Sequim

West Virginia

25 yearsDavid Bays WM 1351 Beckley

Julie Burdette WM 1782 Vienna

Darrell Duncan WM 1450 Ripley

Barbara Elder WM 1544 Clarksburg

Bobbette Evans WM 1544 Clarksburg

Arnita Jackson WM 1360 Fayetteville

Darrell Lilly WM 1351 Beckley

Debbie Shaw WM 1544 Clarksburg

Cheryl Suan WM 1544 Clarksburg

Tracy Teter WM 1522 Elkins

20 yearsKevin Kyle WM 2083 Morgantown

Geraldine Milik WM 2083 Morgantown

Cora Mitts WM 2083 Morgantown

Mona Shipp WM 2833 Grafton

Melissa Steele WM 2933 Princeton

Douglas West WM 2244 Huntington

Joel Whitt WM 1499 Lewisburg

Wisconsin 25 years

Tracy Bast WM 971 Viroqua

Susan Behrens WM 1274 Whitewater

Judith Bollerud WM 965 Tomah

Evelyn Borchardt WM 4677 Muskego

Douglas Brown WM 1571 Mukwonago

Beverly Burki WM 1571 Mukwonago

Tamie Clack WM 1167 Kenosha

Robert Cone WM 1571 Mukwonago

Deborah Fiesbeck WM 1571 Mukwonago

Mary Kornell WM 1138 Madison

Connie Meyers WM 1571 Mukwonago

Katy Mickelson WM 971 Viroqua

Shane Miller WM 1672 Ashland

Deanne Nelson WM 1571 Mukwonago

Linda Parker WM 5373 Chippewa Falls

Deborah Seamandel WM 5667 South Milwaukee

Judy Suprise WM 1453 Green Bay

Edward Thomaschefsky WM 1366 Merrill

Bonnie Timmers WM 1571 Mukwonago

Melissa Toay WM 847 Dodgeville

Roddie Torgerson WM 971 Viroqua

Susan Venden WM 802 Monroe

Saundra Vineyard WM 1571 Mukwonago

Allen Vollmer WM 1571 Mukwonago

Scott Weston WM 1678 Delafield

20 yearsDavid Baierl WM 1453 Green Bay

Debra Bramer WM 1453 Green Bay

Roseann Brennan WM 1449 Manitowoc

Jennifer Creager WM 1276 Sheboygan

Timothy Day WM 1007 Richland Center

Stephen Frey WM 1819 Menomonie

Nancy Hart WM 910 Lake Geneva

Cindy Kuhl WM 3857 Monona

Carla Lauritsen WM 1276 Sheboygan

Victoria Lemke WM 1982 Appleton

Melissa Marshall WM 910 Lake Geneva

Willie Mc Nairy WM 1515 Germantown

Laura Merfeld WM 1679 Onalaska

Nola Nagel WM 882 Prairie du Chien

Connie Nyback WM 1571 Mukwonago

Kathy Ocana WM 1167 Kenosha

Sandra Parilman WM 1167 Kenosha

Linnea Rauwerdink WM 1276 Sheboygan

Susan Robl WM 2510 Minocqua

Susan Scheunemann WM 5667 South Milwaukee

Lori Schwibinger WM 3497 Plymouth

Linda Terbeest WM 1931 Rhinelander

Sharon Van Es WM 1316 Sturgeon Bay

Nancy Ward WM 1447 Superior

Laura Zimmerman WM 1276 Sheboygan

Wyoming 25 years

Michael Bernhoft LG 7877 Cheyenne

Terry Chandler WM 1485 Gillette

20 yearsRoberta Manzanares WM 1315 Cheyenne

Ralph Palacios WM 1315 Cheyenne

Kathy Phillips WM 1461 Rock Springs

Devin Shanahan LG 7077 Cheyenne

Patricia Sheffield WM 1315 Cheyenne

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We Are Walmart / Archive Adventures

Outside PassionSam Walton called quail hunting his “one self-indulgent activity.”

Our newest badge is part of an exhibit at The Walmart Museum.

In most states, November is hunting season for many species of birds and game, including Sam Walton’s favorite, the quail. It’s actually one of the main reasons the Waltons settled in the Bentonville area. From there, Sam could easily access quail in four states: Arkansas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Missouri. In his book Sam Walton: Made in America, Sam talks about leaving work nearly every day to get some hunting in. As Walmart expanded

and Sam was in his plane more, his crew of bird dogs, including favorite Ol’ Roy, often flew with him. At one point, Sam and his brother Bud even leased ranches in southern Texas for hunting.

Visit WalmartMuseum.com to see a 360-degree view of Sam’s office (pictured above), which has several bird- and hunting-related items, including a stuffed bird mounted on one wall.

Bird CallSam Walton called quail hunting his “one self-indulgent activity.”

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My Proudest Moment Receiving a bachelor’s degree from American Public University, thanks to Walmart. I never thought I’d be a college graduate. It doesn’t feel real sometimes.

My Next Goal I ultimately want to be a market human resources manager over a market or two. I want to be able to affect as many people as I can. I really believe in Sam Walton’s philosophies.

We Are Walmart / My Walmart Journey

Why Walmart I don’t think any other company would have taken a chance on me. I was a high school dropout who served in the Army. I didn’t have much work history. I’m so grateful.

M Y C A R E E R H I G H L I G H TS

Mark Torres, store manager,Store 1592,Bad Axe, Mich.

June 2001Hired as assistant manager trainee

October 2001Promoted to assistant manager

February 2003 Promoted to co-manager

September 2010Repromotedto co-manager

June 2014Promoted to store manager

Advice for New Associates When things aren’t going your way, come to people who can make the change. The only person in charge of yourself is you.

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CheckoutCenterpiece Idea!

Start with a squat pumpkin, fasten wet

floral foam to the stem, and decorate with fresh flowers and

seasonal picks.

Finds, Food, & Fun

New Twists for the HolidaysTurkey is the star of the Thanksgiving meal—roughly 40 percent of Americans would agree. Stuffing (or dressing as it’s called in the South) is a distant second favorite. Since the rest of the menu is up for debate, there’s room for experimentation. Turn the page for suggestions.

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3 Garlic Mashed Potatoes With Cheese and Crouton TopperBrought to you by Hormel® Foods

Total time: 20 minutes

1½ cups ¾-inch cubes of French or Italian bread

2 tbsp olive oil ¾ cup finely shredded Parmesan

cheese, divided ¼ tsp ground black pepper 1 24-oz container HORMEL® Side

Dishes Garlic Mashed Potatoes 2 tbsp jarred basil pesto

1. Heat oven to 375 F. 2. In a medium bowl, toss bread cubes

with oil, ¼ cup of the cheese, and the black pepper. Spread in a 15-by-10-by-1-inch baking pan. Bake bread cubes 15 minutes or until toasted, stirring twice.

3. Meanwhile, heat HORMEL® Side Dishes Garlic Mashed Potatoes according to package directions. Let stand 1 minute. Stir in remaining ½ cup cheese.

4. Transfer potatoes to a serving bowl; swirl in pesto. Sprinkle with the Parmesan croutons.

Makes 5 servings. Per serving: 360 calories, 20 g fat (8 g saturated fat), 32 mg cholesterol, 979 mg sodium, 36 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 10 g protein

These recipes, created by Walmart suppliers, put fun spins on traditional Thanksgiving dishes. Try them out to keep your guests on their toes.

Classics With a Twist

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2 Slow Cooker Chorizo, Pecan, and Cheddar StuffingBrought to you by Betty Crocker™

Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 3 hours, 30 minutes

1 lb chorizo sausage, casing removed and crumbled

1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)

3 medium celery stalks, sliced (about 1½ cups)

1 16-oz package seasoned cornbread stuffing crumbs

1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted

½ tsp rubbed sage ¼ tsp ground black pepper 2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar

cheese 1 cup pecan halves, toasted

1. Cook sausage, onion, and celery in 10-inch skillet over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain.

2. Place sausage mixture, stuffing crumbs, butter, sage, and pepper in 4- to 5-quart slow cooker. Pour broth over mixture; toss to combine. Cover and cook on low heat for 3 hours to 3 hours and 30 minutes. Gently stir in cheese and pecans.

3. Serve stuffing, or keep warm in slow cooker up to one hour.

Makes 16 servings. Per serving: 365 calories, 24 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 45 mg cholesterol, 1,080 mg sodium, 25 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 14 g protein

1 Caesar Green Bean CasseroleBrought to you by Country Crock®

Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 13 minutes

2½ cups fresh ½-inch bread cubes 3 tbsp Country Crock® Spread,

melted 1/3 cup Hellmann’s® Real Mayonnaise 4 tbsp grated Parmesan

cheese, divided 2 tsp lemon juice ½ tsp Dijon mustard 1 clove garlic, finely chopped 1 12-oz package frozen cut

green beans, prepared according to package directions

1. Heat oven to 400 F. Line baking sheet with aluminum foil. Toss bread cubes with Country Crock® Spread on baking sheet. Bake, stirring once, for 10 minutes or until golden and crisp.

2. Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, 3 tbsp cheese, lemon juice, mustard, and garlic in medium bowl. Toss with hot green beans. Pour into greased 1-quart shallow casserole.

3. Broil 3 minutes or until golden and bubbling. Toss hot bread cubes with remaining 1 tbsp cheese; sprinkle over green beans.

Makes 4 servings. Per serving: 270 calories, 20 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 10 mg cholesterol, 390 mg sodium, 17 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 5 g protein

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5 Breyers® Pumpkin Ice Cream PieTotal time: 4 hours, 35 minutes (includes freezing and standing time)

Cooking spray 11/3 cups graham cracker crumbs

1/3 cup I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter!® All Purpose Sticks, melted

¼ cup granulated sugar 3 cups Breyers® Homemade

Vanilla Ice Cream 1 cup canned pumpkin

1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar

½ tsp ground cinnamon

1. Heat oven to 350 F. Spray 9-inch pie plate with no-stick cooking spray; set aside.

2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter!® All Purpose Sticks, and granulated sugar in bowl; press into bottom and up sides of prepared pie plate. Bake 10 minutes. Cool on wire rack, then freeze until ready to use.

3. Beat Breyers® Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream in bowl with electric mixer on low speed, just until softened. Beat in remaining ingredients until smooth. Turn mixture into prepared crust and freeze 4 hours or overnight.

4. Let stand 20 minutes before serving. Garnish, if desired,with whipped cream and additional cinnamon.

Makes 8 servings. Per serving:320 calories, 130 g fat (6 g saturated fat),30 mg cholesterol, 190 mg sodium,43 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 4 g protein

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4 Make-Ahead Baked Sweet PotatoesBrought to you byBetty Crocker™

Prep time: 15 minutes (plus chill time,if refrigerated)

Cook time: 25 minutes

6 medium sweet potatoes (about 2¼ lbs)

¼ cup sour cream 2 tbsp milk 2 tbsp packed brown sugar 2 tbsp butter or margarine,

softened 1/8 tsp salt

1. Heat oven to 375 F. Pierce sweet potatoes with fork to allow steam to escape. Bake about 45 minutes or until tender.

2. Cut thin lengthwise slice from each potato; carefully scoop out inside of potato, leaving a thin shell. Mash potatoes in large bowl until no lumps remain. Beat in sour cream and milk. Beat in brown sugar, butter, and salt until potatoes are light and fluffy.

3. Place shells in ungreased 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Fill shells with potato mixture. Cover and refrigerate no longer than 24 hours.

4. Heat oven to 400 F. Bake uncovered about 25 minutes or until potato mixture is golden brown. (If baking filled shells immediately after mashing potatoes, bake about20 minutes.)

Makes 6 servings. Per serving:180 calories, 6 g fat (4 g saturated fat),15 mg cholesterol, 95 mg sodium,33 g carbohydrate, 33 g fiber, 2 g protein

Time-Saving Tip! Croutons can be made

up to 48 hours ahead of use. Place in an airtight

container and refrigerate. Let stand at room

temperature at least 30 minutes before using.

More than 85 percent of the world’s canned

pumpkin is grown by Libby’s®in Illinois.

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Thankful for TurkeyThese recipes from Butterball® are delicious on Turkey Day and the day after.

ONE FOOD, THREE WAYS

AmericaLoves Turkey

Walmart sells enough turkeys at Thanksgiving and Christmas to stretch

from Bentonville to Seattle—2,045 miles.

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The bird isn’t the only star during Thanksgiving. Check out these numbers.

Roughly 23 percent of annual turkey baster sales occur during Thanksgiving week, which makes it the top-selling gadget during that period.

Walmart will sell more than 20,000 gravy boats this holiday season. Combined, they hold a total of 5,000 gallons of gravy.

The average store will sell more than 1,000 roasters during November; about 750 of those are sold Thanksgiving week.

Team Turkey!

The recipes appearing in Walmart World are either user-submitted or content generated from another third party. Walmart World does not sponsor, recommend, or endorse any specific recipe. All content, including but not limited to recipe and health information, provided is for educational purposes only. If you have a food allergy, speak to your physician and/or a registered dietitian for a comprehensive list of foods and their derivatives to avoid prior to using any recipe from Walmart World.

Roast TurkeyWith Spicy Rub Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 3-plus hours

3 tbsp firmly packed light brown sugar

3 tbsp kosher or sea salt 3 tbsp chili powder 2 tsp ground black pepper 2 tsp roasted cumin 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes 1 tsp ground coriander 1 12- to 14-lb Butterball® whole

turkey, thawed if frozen 6 tbsp canola oil

1. Combine all ingredients except turkey and oil. Blend well. (May be prepared two to three days in advance. Store mixture in an airtightcontainer at room temperature.)

2. Remove neck and giblets from body and neck cavities of turkey; refrigerate for another use or discard. Turn wings back to hold neck skin in place. Return legs to the tucked position, if untucked. Place turkey, breast side up, on flat rack in shallow roasting pan.

3. Brush outside of the turkey with halfof the oil; rub outside and inside cavity with spice mixture. Cover andrefrigerate 12 hours or overnight.

4. Heat oven to 325 F.5. Brush spiced turkey with remaining

3 tbsp of oil. Bake approximately 3 hours, or until meat thermometer reaches 180 F when inserted in the thickest part of the thigh. Remove turkey from oven.

6. Let turkey stand 15 minutesbefore carving.

Makes 12 servings. Per serving:493 calories, 28 g fat (7 g saturated fat),203 mg cholesterol, 1,887 mg sodium,5 g carbohydrate, 0 g fiber, 59 g protein

Pulled Turkey SandwichesPrep time: 10 minutesCook time: about 1½ hours

1 small red onion, chopped 1 stalk celery, chopped 1 tbsp vegetable oil 3 cups coarsely chopped

leftover Butterball® turkey dark meat

1 8-oz can tomato sauce ¼ cup ketchup 2 tbsp firmly packed

brown sugar 1 tbsp cider vinegar 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp Dijon mustard ¼ tsp chipotle chili powder 1⁄8 tsp salt 4 hamburger buns, halved

1. Cook onion and celery in oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat for 5 minutes or until tender. Stir in remaining ingredients, except hamburger buns. Bring mixture to simmer on medium heat, stirring occasionally; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, on medium-low heat for 50 to 60 minutes or until turkey is tender. Remove from heat.

2. Remove turkey from sauce.Shred turkey. Return to sauce and heat through.

3. Serve turkey and sauce on hamburger buns.

Makes 4 servings. Per serving:450 calories, 17 g fat (4 g saturated fat),142 mg cholesterol, 950 mg sodium,39 g carbohydrate, fiber: 8% of daily value, 34 g protein

Tex-Mex Turkey Rice SkilletPrep time: 30 minutesCook time: 35 minutes

2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided 1 cup uncooked long-grain

white rice 1 cup medium or hot

chunky salsa 1 14.5-oz can chicken broth 2 cups chopped zucchini ½ cup chopped onion 1 cup frozen whole kernel corn 1½ cups chopped leftover cooked

Butterball® turkey 1 cup shredded Mexican-

style cheese

1. Heat 1 tbsp oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add rice; cook and stir until rice turns light golden brown, about 3 minutes. Stir in salsa and broth. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender.

2. Heat remaining oil in a second skillet over medium-high heat.Add zucchini and onion. Cook and stir 5 minutes or until vegetables just start to brown on edges. Add corn after 3 minutes. Add turkeyto vegetables; keep warm untilrice is done.

3. Stir vegetables and turkey intorice mixture. Continue heating 2 minutes or until turkey is hot. Sprinkle with cheese and cover. Remove from heat and let stand5 minutes.

Makes 4 servings. Per serving:491 calories, 18 g fat (7 g saturated fat),59 mg cholesterol, 1,376 mg sodium,55 g carbohydrate, fiber: 16% of daily value, 23 g protein

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Insights from Cordelia Nwankwo, department manager, housewares, Store 1498, Greensboro, N.C.

Be BoldChoose glasses and salad and dinner plates in different colors. (Yes! Blue works for Thanks-giving!) Then mix it up or add to a set you already own for a look that’s casual but still stylish.

Try an Unusual Centerpiece Candles are fine, but a bouquet that uses a pumpkin as a vase? That’s fun and easy. Check out the instructions on Page 55.

Combine Pretty and PracticalThe laser-cut design placemat (it’s under the plates here) has a metallic sheen that will catch the light. And spilled gravy? No problem—just wipe to clean!

Mix-and-match dinnerware lets you create a custom holiday table. And The Pioneer Woman line—available only at Walmart through early next year—makes it easy. “Individual pieces sell well in all colors,” says Cordelia. Try these affordable finds and tips to create a gorgeous look.

Make Your Table Unique

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Make These Place Cards!

Place cards add an elegant touch, and these are pretty without being super-fussy. Find instructions on how to

quill similar designs at walmartworld.com/

Quilling.

Products include: The Pioneer Woman Paige Crackle Glaze Dinnerware, Amber, Denim, and Linen; The Pioneer Woman Adeline Embossed 12-Ounce Footed Glass Goblets, Plum and Clear; Mainstays Blossom Pressed Vinyl Placemat, Gold

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Different Cards for Different FolksRetail gift cards are good only at the specific merchants that sell them.Open loop cards typically display a Visa or MasterCard logo and are used like a credit or debit card. Open loop cards are more versatile if you aren’t sure where the recipient likes to shop.

Registration Means Protection“Cards need to be registered in order for the customer to be protected against lost or stolen cards,” says Janet Goeking, senior manager of regulatory controls at the Home Office. Usually, a registration website or phone number is listed on the back of the card.

There’s a Five-Year RuleThanks to the CARD Act of 2009 (which offers some consumer protection for retail gift cards), gift cards can’t expire for at least five years. Plus, expiration dates must be clearly marked. You can be charged a fee for inactivity, but only after a card hasn’t been used for at least a year.

It’s OK to Sell or Trade CardsSome websites carry cards from a variety of retailers for sale or trade. Some offer cash for your card, or you can trade it for one from another retailer, but you may not be offered the full cash value for your card.

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What to Know About Gift CardsRoughly 50 percent of Walmart’s gift card sales happen during the holiday season. Here’s what you need to know if you’re considering one of these useful gifts.

Save AutomaticallyFind a lower price

somewhere else on an item you purchased?

Use Walmart’s Savings Catcher online tool, and

you can get an eGift Card for the di� erence.

These gift card designs are available at Walmart.

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My favorite holiday tradition …Baking batch after batch of homemade cinnamon rolls and delivering them to friends. Christmas wouldn’t be the same without it.

My guilty pleasure …Coffee ice cream. I can’t control myself! And reality TV.

My readers would be surprised to know …I’m very, very limber.

My advice to home cooks who are aspiring bloggers … Be yourself, share the food you cook for yourself and your family, and find the style that is reflective of you. And exercise more. Food blogging is hazardous to the waistline.

The one cooking technique that was the hardest to master …Baking bread. I’m still trying to master it.

My Christmas wish list includes … Time. Time to unwind, relax, be with the kids and my husband, and be lazy (and maybe sneak in a little reality TV).

My favorite part of being a mom … Absolutely everything.

Definitely some form of roasted beef: either tenderloin or prime rib! Some form of

creamy scalloped potato. Nine-hour mushrooms cooked in butter, garlic, and red wine. Roasted Brussels sprouts with cranberries and balsamic vinegar. I could go on and on.

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Ree DrummondFood Network star and best-selling author Ree Drummond now has a collection of housewares named after her popular blog, The Pioneer Woman (the products are currently only available at Walmart and Walmart.com). Here, Ree shares what she’ll be cooking for the holidays, as well as what’s on her wish list.

Celebrity Q&A

Ree Says

Charity Andrews, personnel manager, Store 4249, Smelterville, Idaho

personnel manager,

What are you serving this holiday season?

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We used a technique known as quilling to produce this issue’s spark. You can use it to make this decorative place card, with directions courtesy of Hallmark.

Materials: Ivory place cards, ruler or quilling circle sizer ruler, ¼-inch quilling paper (orange, yellow, green), slotted quilling tool, glue pen with precision tip

Directions:1. Tear orange quilling paper to 8-inch length.2. For flower center, insert end

of paper into quilling tool.3. Hold the tool in one hand,

paper in the other, then turn the quilling tool.

4. After paper is coiled around tool, let the coil drop off. Add a drop of glue to the torn end of the paper that’s on the outside of the coil, and glue it to the coil.

5. You’ve made the center coil!

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Cooking Disasters Revisited

These associates know that it’s not worth crying over spilled gravy. Here are the holiday dinner mishaps that had their families laughing.

Learn More!For complete instructions, visit walmartworld.com/Quilling.

“One year, I had a turkey that was 25 pounds, which is huge. It turns out the turkey was too big for the fryer. I dropped it in the fryer and the wings came untied, and the grease expanded and started coming out of the pot. I almost had a major grease fire. I ended up cutting it up like a chicken and deep-frying it piece by piece. I reassembled it after each piece was fried. It was pretty much a catastrophe, but it was still delicious, and the family enjoyed it.”

Charles Johnson, safety leader, asset protection, Store 1353, Harahan, La.Store 1353, Store 1353, Harahan, La.

“Three years ago, I tried to make a cake with Nutella, but something went wrong in making it. My brother dropped it on the floor, and when it bounced, he said ‘Look, it’s as hard as a baseball!’ My family laughed, but ever since, my cake has turned out much better.”

Erica Vazquez, cash office associate, Store 1216, Carrollton, Texas

Stephanie Mackey, case manager II, claims management, Rogers, Ark.

“I had just finished a batch of homemade gravy to go along with a roast we had prepared for dinner. As I turned around to put the whisk in the sink, I knocked the entire pot off the stove with such force that it splattered gravy on me, both cats, the refrigerator, and even the walls and ceiling. It took us weeks to get it all cleaned up!”

Originally written for and posted on Hallmark.com. Find more ideas and inspiration at ideas.hallmark.com. © 2015 Hallmark Licensing, LLC

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WHEN I MET HIM: I met Mr. Sam in 1991 when I was a recently hired assistant manager trainee for Store 1486 in Farmville, Va. He came

into the store and headed straight for the courtesy desk. Over the PA system, he thanked customers for choosing Walmart and thanked associates for working hard to serve the customers. During his visit, he asked me questions about where I had worked (a grocery chain),

what position I held (front-end manager), and for how long. Then he asked me to send him ideas to make our own front end run

better. I was blown away. I sent a memo to Mr. Sam with my ideas, and he responded with a letter. He said many of my suggestions

would improve our customer service and store operations. I still have the letter. It’s framed in my personal office.

PUTTING IT TO USE: I ask my management team to listen to ideas from at least 10 associates each week. They often gather valuable

feedback on everything from ways to improve sales to improving the customer and associate experience.

SAM WALTON TAUGHT ME: Listen to your associates.

They are your best idea generators.

LISA PUCKETT HICKAM | MARKET HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER | MARKETS 311 AND 312 | GALAX, VA.

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Shine a Light for Our Vets Greenlight A Vet is a nationwide movement of support for our veterans.Even though they don’t always stand out in a crowd, veterans should always be able to see that they’re valued members of our communities. That’s what Greenlight A Vet is about. By changing one of your lightbulbs to green, you can help spark a national conversation on how veterans are treated and recognized. Let’s spread the word, and we can get green lights shining all around the U.S.

To learn more and find additional ways to show support, visit greenlightavet.com.

Read Bryan Morrison’s storyon Page 4.

Read Judy Kronk’s storyon Page 48.

Find Patrick Shannon’s storyon Page 24.

Find Mark Torres’ storyon Page 54.

Find Mike Goodman’s storyon Page 34.

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Should We All Upgrade to 4K TVs?And how to choose among the latest models

T he main diff erence between 4K Ultra HDTV and traditional HDTV is the screen resolu-tion; 4K TVs have the highest pixel count. Pixels are tiny

square-shaped graphic picture elements that are placed in a grid-like format that our eyes use to form a complete image.Images appearing on 4K Ultra HDTV screens are smoother, more realistic and highly detailed because of the high number of pixels per square inch. “More pixels per square inch translates into a better quality image,” says John Billings, Entertainment Department Manager, Store 1762, Seabrook, NH.

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Tips from John Billings, Electronics Department Manager, Store 1762, Seabrook, NH

Electronics

Mike’s story appeared in the EDLP catalog in

stores the week of Oct. 30.

Let’s Support Our Veterans.When Mike Goodman, an Army reservist and asset protection manager at Store 580 in Bartow, Fla., performed CPR on a customer whose heart had stopped, his quick actions saved a life (read more on Page 34). Mike is also a successful associate who was recently promoted to his position.

Greenlight A Vet is a way to show support for veterans like Mike and recognize them as valuable members of the community. To join the movement, simply change one of your lightbulbs to green. Every shining green light makes a di� erence. Together, we can spark a national conversation regarding the treatment and recognition of our veterans.

Find out more at greenlightavet.com.

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