LATEST NEWS

After nearly 55 years with Houchens Industries, long-time CEO and Chairman Jimmie Gipson has announced his retirement, with Executive Vice President Dion Houchins set to succeed him, marking the end of an era for the multi-billion dollar conglomerate.

Steve Sheldon of Sheldon's Pharmacy was awarded the 2019 Ken Wurster Community Leadership Award for his dedication to advancing Community Pharmacy and positively impacting patients, with a $10,000 donation made in his honor to the UK College of Pharmacy.

Stuff the Bus is a community event aimed at ensuring every child has an equal school experience, with Houchens-owned grocery stores raising funds and collecting supplies across 13 counties in South Central Kentucky, where 100% of donations stay local.

Houchens Industries employees volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, contributing to building homes and communities by hanging drywall, putting up walls, and painting, as part of their commitment to giving back to the community that has supported them for over 100 years.

Houchens Industries opened its sixteenth Crossroads IGA in Lexington, KY, offering fresh produce, quality meats, and prepared meals, with a Which Wich Superior Sandwiches inside, providing custom-made sandwiches, breakfast, and dessert options, all located at 2656 Abigail Way.

The Stuff the Bus Foundation of Southern Kentucky ensures every child has the essential school supplies needed to start the school year on equal footing, with Houchens Industries helping to collect over 25 tons of supplies across 12 counties in 2018, including “pop up” events in 7 counties, all donations remaining 100% local.