Buehler’s Fresh Foods has appointed Ali Rizvi as CFO, effective Jan. 12. He succeeds Peter O’Donnell, who retired at the end of 2025 following years of service with the employee-owned grocery company. In his new role, Rizvi will lead Buehler’s overall financial strategy and also oversee information systems strategy, ensuring alignment between financial planning, technology […]
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United Supermarkets, Smart Chicken Donate To South Plains Food Bank
United Supermarkets and Smart Chicken partnered to deliver 4,120 pounds of chicken to the South Plains Food Bank as part of an annual gifting challenge, contributing a substantial protein donation to help alleviate food insecurity in the region. The donation is tied to the 25th Annual Smart Giving program, an initiative in which 10 percent […]
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Independent Grocers Find Support in NGA Foundation’s Resources
For grocers, staying competitive requires more than selling fresh goods. It demands a commitment to workforce excellence and embracing new technology to handle federal food assistance programs. That is where the National Grocers Association Foundation (NGAF), the 501(c)(3) nonprofit arm of the National Grocers Association (NGA), comes in, providing free specialized, hands-on guidance at no cost to grocery stores of all sizes […]
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BGC Expands ‘Focus On The Future’ Scholarship Program
Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) has expanded its “Focus on the Future” scholarship program to include five colleges and universities in Oklahoma, reinforcing the company’s commitment to education and community investment. The expansion includes Northeastern State University, Oklahoma State University, Rogers State University, the University of Tulsa and Tulsa Community College, along with a new $125,000 […]
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Natural Grocers Plans New Store In Rock Springs, WY
Natural Grocers has announced plans to open a new store in Rock Springs, Wyoming, this spring, marking the retailer’s third location in the state and expanding its organic and natural grocery footprint in the region. The upcoming location is slated for White Mountain Mall, a community hub known for its mix of retail and dining, […]
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Food City Celebrates Annual Tamale-Making Contest In Phoenix, AZ
Food City brought together community members, home cooks and cultural traditions at its 23rd Annual Tamale Making Contest, celebrating the heritage of Sonoran cuisine and the role of food in bringing families together during the holiday season. Held at Food City’s South Phoenix, Arizona, location, the annual event welcomed participants and spectators for a festive […]
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Co-Ops Use ECRS’ CATAPULT To Strengthen Community Support
ECRS is highlighting the efforts of Littleton Food Co-op (Littleton, New Hampshire) and Orcas Food Co-op (Orcas Island, Washington) in driving charitable initiatives and supporting their communities. During a recent webinar, both co-ops shared innovative ways to utilize tools within CATAPULT and the CATAPULT Loyalty Suite to simplify and encourage charitable giving at the point […]
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Kent’s Market, AFS, Community Partners Donate $74K To Shriners
Kent’s Market, together with Swire Coca-Cola, Associated Food Stores (AFS) and other community partners, donated more than $74,000 to Shriners Children’s Salt Lake City. The donation was presented Dec. 9 at a holiday event at the hospital, where retailers and partners spent time visiting with patients and families and learning more about the specialized pediatric […]