The Hoke County Sheriff’s Office in North Carolina served a search warrant at a Shannon turkey farm associated with Garner-based Butterball today, Dec. 29, the same day an animal rights group claimed it had video showing workers at the facility kicking, dragging and throwing turkeys, reports the Triangle Business Journal. Shannon is about 85 miles […]
Author Archives: Kristen Cloud
Kristen was Editor at The Shelby Report.
Posted in, Center Store, Southeast
Winn-Dixie Issues Recall on Its Italian Green Beans Brand
Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. has issued a voluntary recall on Winn-Dixie Brand Italian Green Beans sold in the 14.5-oz. can with a UPC code of 2114021236 and a best-by date of September 2014 due to concerns about a potential for in-shell peanuts mixed in with the beans. The Jacksonville, Fla.-based grocer said no reports of illness […]
Posted in, Center Store, West
Frieda’s Offers Chinese New Year Promotion Tips
Since 1973, Los Alamitos, Calif.-based Frieda’s has worked with produce retailers to promote Asian produce specialties for Chinese New Year. A longtime leader in the specialty Asian produce category, Frieda’s presents its recommendations for a “Year of the Dragon” display. Asian cultures around the world will be celebrating the 15-day long tradition, and the entrance […]
Posted in, National, Southwest
AWG Sells HAC Stores to Employees
The management and employees of Homeland Acquisition Corp. (HAC), consisting of Homeland, United of Oklahoma, Country Mart stores in Oklahoma and Super Save stores in north central Texas, has completed an employee buyout transaction allowing employees to purchase the company, which operates 76 retail grocery stores, from Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG), a retail-owned cooperative. The […]
Posted in, Northeast
AG New England Provides Warmth to Homeless Veterans
Barefoot in 20-degree weather with only the clothes on his back, the highly decorated veteran of the South Pacific found himself homeless in the land he fought to protect. It wasn’t until he crossed the threshold of 75 West Baker St. in Manchester, N.H. that he found long-overdue respect, warmth and shelter. That is just […]
Posted in, Equipment & Technology, Midwest, Suppliers
Lauer Retires from Topco
Steven K. Lauer has retired from his positions as president and CEO of Topco Associates LLC in Skokie, Ill. Lauer, who retired Dec. 23, has been with the cooperative for 19 years. He joined Topco in 1993 as CFO and was promoted to president and CEO in 1999. Under Lauer’s leadership, Topco’s membership has grown […]
Posted in, Center Store, National
Coors Outscores Bud in ‘Taste Tests of Beer’
Looking to enjoy the last weeks of football season with the perfect brew? Coors regular topped Consumer Reports’ recent taste test of beers, blowing away nine brews including Budweiser and Bud Light. Name Tag and Big Flats store brands from Trader Joe’s and Walgreens, respectively, beat out top-sellers Corona Extra and Budweiser. The full report […]
Posted in, National, Shelby Content
Group Critical of Walgreens Plans to Abandon Express Scripts
In a letter to Walgreen’s CEO Gregory Wasson, the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC) made its stance known by joining a growing number of civil rights groups that have weighed in against Walgreens stated plan to discontinue its partnership with Express Scripts. “If your course is not reversed, if you do not choose to […]
Posted in, Center Store, National
Candy Hall of Fame Calls for Nominations
The National Confectionery Sales Association (NCSA) is seeking nominations for prospective candidates into the Candy Hall of Fame. The Candy Hall of Fame is the most prestigious honor that can be bestowed on an individual who has dedicated his or her career to the confectionery industry. To be considered for induction into the Candy Hall […]
Posted in, Beverage News, West
CGA Sues California Alcoholic Beverage Control
The California Grocers Association filed a petition for writ of mandate on Wednesday, Dec. 28, to stay a California Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) industry advisory that attempts to provide guidance in complying with a new state law to regulate alcoholic beverage sales at assisted self-checkout terminals. CGA claims the advisory is inconsistent with the statute, […]
Posted in, Beverage News, Center Store, National
Craft Brewers Tap into Growing Specialty Beer Market
Growing demand for specialty craft beers is prompting significant upgrades and investment from regional brewers, The Wall Street Journal reports. Smaller brewers are pouring millions into new brew kettles, fermenting tanks and bottling lines, while others are scooping up land and building new manufacturing facilities to meet growing demand. Craft sales were on track for […]
Posted inHarps Food Stores, National, Perishables, Southwest
Harps Cake Decorator Wins Food Network Challenge
A Fort Smith, Ark., cake decorator with Harps Food Stores recently made his national television debut. Competing on the Food Network Challenge’s “Christmas Classics Cakes” episode, the two-person team led by award-winning cake designer Danny Lane was challenged to make a unique Christmas-themed cake. A large gathering of Harps associates, family and friends met at […]
Posted in, Beverage News, Marketing News, National, Southwest
Tyson Partners with 7UP for Big Game Promotion
Springdale, Ark.-based Tyson Foods will launch a new promotion featuring savings on Wings, Boneless Wings, and 7UP® brand beverages for the football season leading up to the playoff game in February. The promotion will be featured in approximately 8,000 stores nationwide. In-store coupons will save consumers $1.50 when they buy Tyson® Wings or Boneless Wings […]
Posted in, National
Blueberries Recommended for Year-Round Health
Two leading nutrition experts recommend fresh, ripe blueberries for year-round good health. With the arrival a new year, and the inevitable resolutions to eat healthier that arrive with it, Ellie Krieger and Jonny Bowden are advising the health-conscious to reap the ample “superfood” benefits of blueberries. Krieger, a registered dietitian and host of Food Network’s […]
Posted in, Beverage News, Northeast
Heineken Appoints Tank SVP of Corporate Relations
New York-based Heineken USA, America’s leading upscale beer importer, has appointed Stacey M. Tank as SVP of corporate relations. She will begin her role on Jan. 3. Tank joins Heineken USA from General Electric, where she most recently led corporate relations for “Healthymagination”—GE’s $6 billion commitment to bringing better health to more people. Additionally she […]
Posted in, Southeast, Suppliers
Cal-Maine Foods Names Holladay VP and General Counsel
Jackson, Miss.-based Cal-Maine Foods Inc. has appointed Robert L. Holladay Jr. VP and general counsel. Prior to joining Cal-Maine, Holladay most recently advised the company as an outside attorney with YoungWilliams P.A. in Jackson, Miss., where he concentrated his practice in corporate, securities and general business law. He has experience advising companies of all sizes […]
Posted in, Southeast
Kimberly-Clark to Open Southaven, Tenn., Distribution Center
Kimberly-Clark Corp. is planning to open a new distribution center in Southaven, Tenn.—taking yet another large space off the local industrial market, according to local real estate sources. The Dallas-based personal care products company has targeted Airways Distribution Center Building D for the operation, reports the Memphis Business Journal. The 556,600-s.f. building in Southaven was […]
Posted in, Beverage News, Southeast
Coca-Cola Expanding Auburndale Facility, Adding 60 Jobs
Coca-Cola Refreshments is investing $99 million to expand its Main Street juice production facility in Auburndale, Fla. The expansion also includes adding 60 new jobs with an average salary above both the county and state averages, according to the Orlando Business Journal. “Coca-Cola’s choice of Auburndale for its expansion is a testament to the state’s […]
Posted in, Southwest
US Foods Signs New Lease for River Corporate Center
US Foods has signed a new 12-year lease at River Corporate Center in Tempe, Ariz., the Phoenix Business Journal reports. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. US Foods will lease 133,225 s.f. at the center located at 8075 S. River Pkwy. in the Arizona State University Research Park. The Rosemont, Ill.-based food distributor will […]
Posted in, West
Walmart Acknowledges Plans for Granite Bay, Calif., Store
Walmart Stores Inc. finally has acknowledged the planned Walmart Neighborhood Market in Granite Bay, Calif.,that everyone else has long been talking about, reports the Sacramento Business Journal. In fact, this is the first Walmart Neighborhood Market in California that the giant retailer has announced. The nation’s largest retailer has 150 locations of its groceries-only format […]