SEATTLE, Aug 7, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) today reported preliminary sales of $690.2 million for the four-week period ending August 2, 2003, an increase of 9.0 percent compared to sales of $633.4 million for the four-week period ending August 3, 2002.

SEATTLE, Aug. 15 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Fashion specialty retailer Nordstrom, Inc. opened its first store in Austin, Texas today at Barton Creek Square. Over 330 applauding store employees lined the aisles of the 144,000-square foot store to cheer the first customers through the door.

SEATTLE, Aug. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) announced today that its Board of Directors approved a quarterly dividend of $0.10 per share payable on September 15, 2003, to shareholders of record on August 31, 2003. (Logo:

SEATTLE, Aug 21, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) today reported net earnings of $65.9 million, or $0.48 per diluted share, for the second quarter of 2003, which ended August 2, 2003. For the same period last year, net earnings and earnings per diluted share

SEATTLE, Sept. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Seattle-based Nordstrom Inc., a leading fashion specialty retailer, announced it has signed a lease agreement with The Irvine Company to open a new store at Irvine Spectrum Center in Irvine, Calif. The store will be approximately 125,000 square feet and is

SEATTLE, Sep 4, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) today reported preliminary sales of $402.6 million for the four-week period ending August 30, 2003, an increase of 11.3 percent compared to sales of $361.7 million for the four-week period ending August 31, 2002.

RICHMOND, Va., Sept. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Leading fashion specialty retailer Nordstrom, Inc. opened its 91st full-line store in Richmond, VA today at Short Pump Town Center. Over 250 applauding store employees lined the aisles of the 120,000-square foot store to cheer the first customers

SEATTLE, Sep 8, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Seattle-based Nordstrom Inc. (NYSE: JWN), a leading fashion specialty retailer, announced it has reached agreement with The Macerich Company (NYSE: MAC) to open a new store at The Oaks Shopping Center in Thousand Oaks, Calif.

New From the Ground Up, the Relocated Store Will Have 1/3 More Floor Space SEATTLE, Sept. 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Nordstrom, one of the nation's leading fashion specialty retailers, opened its newly relocated Alderwood full-line store today in Lynnwood, Wash.

Products, Services and Events Provide Support to Survivors and Promote Awareness SEATTLE, Oct 1, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- During October, Nordstrom Lingerie departments will highlight their commitment to serving the needs of women who've undergone breast surgery by giving them a

SEATTLE, Oct 9, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) today reported preliminary sales of $563.7 million for the five-week period ending October 4, 2003, an increase of 11.4 percent compared to sales of $505.9 million for the five-week period ending October 5, 2002.

SEATTLE, Nov. 6 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) today reported preliminary sales of $454.4 million for the four-week period ending November 1, 2003, an increase of 6.7 percent compared to sales of $425.8 million for the four-week period ending November 2, 2002.

Nordstrom Continues Tradition of Unveiling Holiday Decor the Day After Thanksgiving SEATTLE, Nov 11, 2003 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- In keeping with an over 100 year tradition, Nordstrom will wait to unveil its holiday decorations until the day after Thanksgiving.

WELLINGTON, Fla., Nov. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Leading fashion specialty retailer Nordstrom, Inc. opened its 92nd full-line store in Wellington, FL today at The Mall at Wellington Green. Over 200 applauding store employees lined the aisles of the 124,000-square foot store to cheer the first

SEATTLE, Nov. 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nordstrom, Inc.'s (NYSE: JWN) board of directors announced today that it has approved a quarterly dividend of $0.11 per share, an increase of $0.01 per share from prior quarters, payable on December 15, 2003, to shareholders of record on November 28, 2003.

SEATTLE, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) today reported net earnings of $45.5 million, or $0.33 per diluted share, for the third quarter of 2003, which ended November 1, 2003. For the same period last year, net earnings and earnings per diluted share were $18.4 million

SEATTLE, Nov. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) announced today that it has been informed that the Elmer and Katharine Nordstrom Family Interests, Limited Partnership is filing a Rule 144 notice with the Securities and Exchange Commission stating its intention to sell up to

A Tasteful Gift for the Holidays SEATTLE, Nov. 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nordstrom Friends and Family Cookbook (Chronicle, $24.95) by executive chef Michael Northern sets the table with favorite dishes that are sure to satisfy. Inside are bold starters, salads and soups that whet the appetite.

SEATTLE, Dec. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) today reported preliminary sales of $631.9 million for the four-week period ending November 29, 2003, an increase of 10.2 percent compared to sales of $573.6 million for the four-week period ending November 30, 2002.

Nordstrom Gift Cards Have No Expiration Date and No Usage or Monthly Maintenance Fees SEATTLE, Dec. 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nordstrom offers gift cards that are a sure fit for friends and family this holiday season. Customers may purchase gift cards by phone, online, and at any Nordstrom store

SEATTLE, Jan. 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) today reported preliminary sales of $941.8 million for the five-week period ending January 3, 2004, an increase of 12.2 percent compared to sales of $839.2 million for the five-week period ending January 4, 2003.

SEATTLE, Jan. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Nordstrom, Inc., a leading fashion specialty retailer, (NYSE: JWN) and Simon Property Group, Inc. (NYSE: SPG), announced that they have signed a letter of intent to open at Phipps Plaza in Atlanta, Georgia. Nordstrom will take over space previously

Nordstrom invites customers to experience photographers' interpretation of love through their talented and thought-provoking perspectives. SEATTLE, Jan 19, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- In celebration of Black History Month, Nordstrom will showcase the work of renowned and up and coming

Nordstrom Celebrates Launch of Exhibit With Special Appearance From Three Local Artists SEATTLE, Feb. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- WHO: In celebration of Black History Month, Nordstrom in downtown Spokane will showcase the work of three local artists in a premiere exhibit.

SEATTLE, Feb 5, 2004 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN) today reported preliminary sales of $355.3 million for the four-week period ending January 31, 2004, an increase of 13.5 percent compared to sales of $313.2 million for the four-week period ending February 1,