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Category: West
The Shelby Report of the West covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
Posted inExecutive News, Featured News, Independent Store News, News, West
WinCo Foods Names Nathan Tucker As Next CEO
He will become president on Jan. 1, 2027, and then CEO on May 1 as Grant Haag retires.
Posted inAssociation News, Independent Store News, West
NGA Adds Wolfe As Director Of Membership And Engagement – West
He will focus on strengthening relationships with current association members as well as expanding membership in the western U.S.
Posted inEquipment & Technology, Independent Store News, Online Grocery Technology, West, Wholesaler/Distributor News
75 URM-Affiliated Stores Now On RSA Promotion Platform
Since May, the companies have secured and deployed 43 exclusive digital coupon offers from major consumer brands.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, Finance News, News, Organic Natural, West
Sprouts Comps Dip 0.9% In Q3 As Grocer Opens Record 15 Stores
CEO Jack Sinclair: “…we recognize the need to improve our performance and are taking action to strengthen execution and drive traffic.”
Posted inFrozen Food, Suppliers, West
Frozen Cinnamon Roll Brand Sunshine Buns Rolls Into Target
The launch follows the Orem, Utah-based brand’s entry into Southern California Costco warehouses and regional grocers earlier this year.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, Organic Natural, Southeast, Southwest, West
Sprouts Adding 5 More Stores In Tennessee, California, Arizona And Texas
The Arizona-based grocer continues its rapid pace of openings in 2026.
Posted inProduce News, Executive News, Suppliers, West
Young To Become Limoneira Chief Operating Officer Nov. 9
The new executive will work to advance the company’s efforts to redeploy capital into higher-return opportunities in agribusiness and real estate.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, West
WinCo Foods Opening New Store In Walla Walla, WA
The Boise-based grocer’s new store opens its doors today at 9 a.m.
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Albertsons, Organic Natural, Suppliers, West
Verde Farms Expands Into Pacific Northwest With Albertsons Partnership
It is the Massachusetts-based company’s first major retail presence in the Pacific Northwest.
Posted inExecutive News, Center Store, Organic Natural, Suppliers, West
Bob’s Red Mill Promotes Barba To Chief Commercial Officer
Daniel Barba has served as VP of marketing since 2024, helping guide the brand through an evolution that included a packaging refresh.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, West, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Soelberg’s Market Celebrates Grand Opening Of New Grantsville, Utah, Store
In addition to the food store, the development features an Ace Hardware, a Birch Family Pharmacy and a Beans & Brews coffee shop.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, International Foods, Mercado Gonzalez, Northgate Market, West
Northgate Transforms La Habra Store Into Mercado González Format
The grocer turned one of its longest-standing neighborhood stores into a culinary and cultural destination inspired by a traditional Mexican mercado.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, International Foods, News, Vallarta Supermarkets, West
Vallarta Holds Festive Opening For New Duarte, CA, Store
The store opened Oct. 21 in a former Best Buy location on Mountain Avenue.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, Executive News, Featured News, West
NGA Foundation Honors Dory With Inaugural Catalyst For Independence Award
Rudy Dory has invested in succession, sharing ownership of the business with his daughter, Lauren G.D. Redman.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Private Label Brands, West
Trader Joe’s Opening Back-To-Back CA, UT Stores
An acquired Anaheim Hills location and ground-up West Jordan store will be open for the upcoming weekend.
Posted inEquipment & Technology, Albertsons, Featured News, Online Grocery Technology, West
Albertsons Launches forU American Express Credit Card
Cards offer rewards that are higher for online orders than in-store purchases.
Posted inMarketing News, Dairy News, Suppliers, West
Tillamook, Fashion Designer Take Grilled Cheese To The Runway
Designer Rachel Antonoff created four pieces inspired by the “cheese skirt,” the lace-like ring of melted, browned cheese extending beyond the sandwich’s edges.
Posted inProduce News, Executive News, News, Suppliers, West
Bill Coombs, DLJ Produce CEO And Produce Industry Veteran, Dies At 63
Coombs devoted more than 48 years to the fresh produce industry in a career spanning retail, wholesale and international trade.
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Organic Natural, West, Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market To Open Scottsdale, AZ, Store Nov. 12
The retailer’s 11th location in the state will merchandise more than 260 products from Arizona companies.