For a fourth year, Sparkling Ice is working with the Honor Flight Network to take the nation’s military veterans on trips to Washington, D.C., to see the war memorials built in their honor. But this is the first year Sparkling Ice has designed special limited-edition case wraps to promote Honor Flight. The new Honor Flight […]
Author Archives: Shelby Report Staff
The Shelby Report newsroom covers the grocery industry for retailers, wholesalers and suppliers. Staff reports include store openings, executive appointments, company announcements and industry event coverage. Since 1967, The Shelby Report has covered supermarkets, grocery chains and independent grocers through five regional editions.
Posted inMidwest, C-Store News, Deli News, Grocery News, Home Page Slider, Online Grocery Technology
Casey’s Redesigns Website To Make It Easier To Order Pizza
Casey’s General Stores has debuted a new and improved Caseys.com, with a refreshed design and enhancements to the online ordering system, designed to make it easier to order Casey’s pizza. “Our customers love Casey’s pizza, and we wanted to make it even easier for them to order online,” said Art Sebastian, VP of digital experiences […]
Posted inBeverage News, Executive News, Southwest, Suppliers
Collins Retiring From Keurig Dr Pepper, Per Merger Plans
Rodger Collins, president of direct store delivery for Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., will be retiring from the company, consistent with succession plans established at the time Keurig and Dr Pepper merged. Collins will remain with the company as a consultant following his retirement in mid-July. Dr Pepper is based in Plano, Texas; Keurig is based in […]
Posted inNortheast, Bakery News, C-Store News, Deli News, Grocery News, Home Page Slider, Store News, Suppliers
Between Rounds Bakery To Sell Items At CT C-Stores
Between Rounds Bakery Sandwich Café, a fast-casual restaurant operator based in South Windsor, Connecticut, recently obtained a license to manufacture prepared foods and now plans to offer its signature bagels, breakfast and lunch sandwiches at convenience stores in Hartford County and beyond. Currently, the company’s prepared breakfast and lunch sandwiches are available in the refrigerated […]
Posted inBeverage News, Southeast, Suppliers
Monnik Beer Being Canned For Sale In Louisville-Area Stores
Louisville, Kentucky-based brewpub Monnik Beer Co. is canning two of its most popular brews for distribution in Louisville-area stores. The beers being canned are Hauck’s American Pilsner and Monnik India Pale Ale. The canned beers will be available in late May. Located in the heart of the Schnitzelburg neighborhood of Louisville, Monnik Beer Co. has […]
Posted inRaley's, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Private Label Brands, Store News, West
Raley’s Private Label Chicken Now Antibiotic Free, Cage Free
Raley’s Private Label Chicken program has been relaunched with two significant improvements. For the first time in the grocer’s 84-year history, Raley’s brand chicken is now 100 percent antibiotic free and packaged in 100 percent recyclable trays. The changes to Raley’s Private Label Chicken are yet another step in Raley’s commitment to sustainability and health, […]
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Beverage News, Southwest, Suppliers
Defy CBD Performance Drink Launches In Denver
The Defy CBD performance drink has launched as the first CBD-infused performance drink on the market, the company said. Defy made the announcement in Denver, Colorado, where the company is based, with founders Beau Wehrle, CEO, and Megan Bushell, COO, Dave Logan of iHeartMedia and pro football Hall of Famer and Defy founding partner Terrell […]
Posted inNortheast, Corporate Store News
Colin D’Amour Joins Big Y Real Estate And Development Group
Big Y Foods Inc., headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts, has appointed Colin M. D’Amour as a senior manager of procurement within Big Y’s Real Estate and Development team. In this role, D’Amour is responsible for managing all aspects of purchasing and equipment buying for the company’s 80 plus locations. As part of the real estate committee, […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Albertsons, Center Store, Corporate Store News, Deli News, Grocery News, Health & Wellness, Home Page Slider, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Nonfood Items, Packaging News, Perishables, Store News, West
Albertsons Updating, Adding To Signature Select Brand Line
Albertsons Cos.’ Signature Select brand is ramping up its presence across stores with the addition of more than 300 new products and updated branding in 2019. The redesigned products are in the Signature Kitchens, Signature Home, refreshe and The Snack Artist brands. Streamlining these products into Signature Select’s portfolio of more than 2,400 products provides […]
Posted inInternational Foods, Executive News, Home Page Slider, Perishables, Suppliers, West
Lucas Continues Her Grandfather’s Legacy At JSL Foods
Jade Wong Lucas, national accounts manager-foodservice at JSL Foods Inc. in Los Angeles, now is promoting the Twin Dragon brand her grandfather created 65 years ago. “I’m so pleased to be working at JSL Foods and having the opportunity to continue the legacy of the Twin Dragon brand,” Lucas said. “JSL Foods has been a great […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Grocery News, Industry News, Marketing News, Merchandising News, National
The Power Of Meat: Meeting Consumers Where They Are To Increase Sales
Meat is the calling card for most grocery stores, according to Anne-Marie Roerink of 210 Analytics, who for 14 years now has prepared the Power of Meat report on behalf of the Annual Meat Conference, sponsored by the Food Marketing Institute and the North American Meat Institute. This year’s edition, like those in the past, […]
Posted inNational, Suppliers
Oscar Mayer, Roush Fenway Racing Partner With Rise Against Hunger
Before taking to the race track Memorial Day weekend in Charlotte, North Carolina, Oscar Mayer, in partnership with Rise Against Hunger and NASCAR race team Roush Fenway Racing, are joining forces in the fight against hunger. Driver of the Number 6 Oscar Mayer Ford Mustang, Ryan Newman, and more than 30 volunteers will come together […]
Posted inBeverage News, Midwest, Suppliers
Michigan’s New Holland Spirits Introduces Lake Life Vodka
New Holland Spirits of Holland, Michigan, is introducing a new brand, Lake Life Vodka, inspired by Michiganders’ connection to the inland and Great Lakes. Lake Life Vodka is available at grocers and select independent retailers throughout the state at a suggested retail price of $19.99 per 750 milliliter bottle. Fans can also enjoy the new […]
Posted inNonfood Items, Merchandising News, Southeast, Suppliers
Far East Brokers Introduces New GrillPerks Rewards Program
Far East Brokers and Consultants in Jacksonville, Florida, has developed the new GrillPerks rewards program, which it says is the first cross-category consumer loyalty program for manufacturers of grilling-related products. The online program engages shoppers with helpful tips, recipes and promotions on a wide range of grilling products and rewards them with gift cards from […]
Posted inSoutheast, C-Store News, Home Page Slider
Weigel’s ‘More Wags For Warriors’ Campaign Benefits Veterans
Weigel’s fourth annual “More Wags for Warriors” fundraising campaign wraps up on Memorial Day. Weigel’s operates 67 convenience stores, a dairy and a bakery, all within a 100-mile radius of corporate headquarters in Powell, Tennessee. “More Wags for Warriors” is a capital campaign that benefits a Tennessee nonprofit organization whose mission is to enhance the […]
Posted inIndustry News, Marketing News, Southwest, Store News
Natural Grocers’ {N}Power Loyalty Program Celebrates 1 Million Members
Natural Grocers’ customer loyalty program {N}power is expected to surpass 1 million members early in the summer of 2019 and the company is planning sweepstakes to celebrate. The Natural Grocers’ customer loyalty program launched in May 2015 and provides the organic and natural retailer’s customers with digital coupons, personalized offers, rewards and other benefits. To […]
Posted inGrocery News, Beverage News, Dairy News, Perishables, Suppliers, West
Blue Diamond Rolls Out Almondmilk Yogurt Alternative
Sacramento, California-based Blue Diamond announced its expansion into the non-dairy yogurt alternative category with Almond Breeze Almondmilk Yogurt Alternative. The yogurt alternative is available on its own and with crunchy toppings, which are made from California-grown almonds and ingredients like granola or chocolate chips. Each variety is free from allergens, such as lactose and soy. […]
Posted inSouthwest, Corporate Store News, Home Page Latest News, Industry News, Sustainability News
New Walmart Home Office Campus To Be Sustainable
Company officials have been working on the sustainable design for a new Walmart home office campus in Bentonville, Arkansas. “We’ve spent the past couple of years imagining what Walmart’s ‘dream home’ might look like. We’ve thought a lot about how we want to work together as our company grows and changes,” Dan Bartlett, executive vice […]
Posted inMidwest, Beverage News, Suppliers
Minnesota’s UV Vodka Introduces UVGO Sparkling Cocktail
In time for the summer season, UV Vodka has entered the ready-to-drink cocktail category with its UVGO sparkling cocktail. Made with UV Vodka, UVGO sparkling cocktail contains natural flavors, 5% ABV and fewer than 150 calories per 12-oz. can. “Our consumers want great tasting, convenient options to satisfy their busy lifestyles. Now they can have […]
Posted inMidwest, Home Page Slider, Produce News, Suppliers
Despite Prolonged Winter, Michigan Asparagus Season Underway
The Michigan asparagus season is now underway, it was announced in mid-May, and the vegetable is being shipped to stores on schedule. When late season blizzards dropped six inches of snow on asparagus fields, anxious consumers wondered if that would lead to delays in the highly anticipated Michigan asparagus season. While snows in April and […]