Ingles to Provide Paid Time to Vaccinated Associates

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Ingles Markets (IMKTA) announces new initiatives to support the vaccination of its associates. Full-time employees will receive 10 hours of paid time off, while part-time employees will receive 5 hours upon becoming fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Additionally, Ingles has set up vaccination clinics at its Black Mountain, North Carolina headquarters and distribution center, as well as offering COVID-19 vaccines in its pharmacies across North Carolina, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee. This effort underscores Ingles' commitment to employee health and community wellness.

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• Provides 10 hours of paid time for full-time vaccinated associates.
• Provides 5 hours of paid time for part-time vaccinated associates.
• Hosts vaccination clinics at corporate headquarters and distribution center.

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Ingles Markets, Incorporated (NASDAQ: IMKTA) announces plans to provide paid time for its fully vaccinated associates. Full-time associates will receive ten hours of paid time and part-time associates will receive five hours of paid time once they have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

In addition, Ingles has hosted vaccination clinics at its corporate headquarters and distribution center in Black Mountain, North Carolina for the convenience of its associates. Each of Ingles’ pharmacies in North Carolina, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee is currently administering COVID-19 vaccines. Availability can vary, so customers can register for vaccination at www.ingles-markets.com or can call the pharmacy at a nearby store.

Ingles Markets, Incorporated is a leading grocer with operations in six southeastern states. Headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina, the Company operates 198 supermarkets. To learn more about Ingles Markets and our efforts to end hunger and aid in the education of children, visit ingles-markets.com.

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FAQ

What are the new vaccination benefits for Ingles Markets (IMKTA) employees?

Ingles Markets is offering 10 hours of paid time for full-time vaccinated associates and 5 hours for part-time vaccinated associates.

Where is Ingles providing COVID-19 vaccines?

Ingles is administering COVID-19 vaccines at its pharmacies across North Carolina, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

What initiatives has Ingles Markets (IMKTA) taken to promote vaccinations?

Ingles has hosted vaccination clinics at its headquarters and distribution center, in addition to providing paid time off for vaccinated associates.