Ahold Delhaize USA has announced another move to continue to improve personalization and value for omnichannel shoppers at its five brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The Giant Co., Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Through new partnerships with Inmar Intelligence on digital coupons, Ahold Delhaize USA brands will have access to increased capacity for offers […]
Author Archives: Sommer Stockton
Digital Content Editor
Sommer joined The Shelby Report in January 2022 after graduating from Brenau University in Gainesville, GA, with a B.A. and M.A. in Communications and Media Studies. As Digital Content Editor, she leverages her expertise in digital strategy and content creation to enhance The Shelby Report’s online presence and engage readers.
Committed to the grocery industry, Sommer also serves on an advisory committee with the National Grocers Association (NGA), advocating for independent grocers. She enjoys exploring emerging trends and delivering actionable insights to the Shelby community.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Corporate Store News, National
Study: Consumers Turn From Retailers Not Offering Discounts
Dunnhumby has released the eighth annual Retailer Preference Index (RPI), a comprehensive, nationwide study that examines the about $1 trillion U.S. grocery market. The annual study, that includes a survey of 11,000 U.S. consumers, found that “saving customers money” – through price, promotions, and rewards – is the most important predictor for retailers to have stronger, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, Schnucks
Schnucks Markets Begins Store Remodel In Union, MO
Schnuck Markets Inc. has begun a remodel on its store at 401 Central Ave. in Union, Missouri, which is expected to be completed later this spring. Schnucks acquired the 33,000-square-foot location, which has 44 employees, in October 2022. Highlights of the Schnucks Union remodel will include: New seafood department; Renovated deli; Bakery department enhancements that […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Wakefern
Wakefern Selects Winners Of Total Store Local Supplier Summit
Wakefern Food Corp. has selected two local companies, Day Out and Vesucre, as the winners of its Total Store Local Supplier Summit. The Total Store Local Supplier Summit, which launched in September with the initial application process, was an opportunity for local and regional suppliers and manufactures to present unique, on-trend and flavorful foods for […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Fareway, Midwest
Fareway To Purchase Brothers Market Locations In Iowa
Fareway Stores Inc. has agreed to purchase two Brothers Market locations in Iowa – at 1022 Skyler St. in Denver and 930 Commercial St. in Lisbon. The transaction is expected to close in March. Both locations will close for several months as Fareway completes renovations. After completion, Ace Hardware will continue to operate inside the […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Gelson's, West
Wildfires Destroy Gelson’s Palisades Store In SoCal
Extreme fire conditions are impacting Southern California, with four wildfires in Los Angeles County and one in Ventura County. Excessive winds are a primary driver and are beginning to subside, but not disappear. The three major incidents are the Palisades, Eaton and Hurst fires. Additional fire starts are still possible given the conditions, and at […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Northeast, UNFI
UNFI Realigns Wholesale Business
In support of its multi-year strategy focused on creating more customized value for customers and suppliers and driving growth, United Natural Foods Inc. is realigning its commercial wholesale organization into two product-centered divisions – conventional grocery products and natural, organic, specialty and fresh products. At the same time, the Providence, Rhode Island-based company will continue […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Natural Grocers, Southwest
Natural Grocers Preparing To Open Store In Brownsville, TX
Natural Grocers is preparing to open a new store Jan. 22 at 515 Morrison Road in Brownsville, Texas, the retailer’s 24th location in the state. The festivities will begin at 8:15 a.m. with a $2,500 donation presentation to the Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Natural Grocers’ local food bank partner. A ribbon-cutting ceremony with the store manager, community […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, National
Study: Retailers Deploying Mobile Apps Will Double By 2026
The “2025 Connected Retail Experience Study: Mobility is Driving Associate Productivity” by Incisiv, conducted in collaboration with Verizon Business and Cisco, shows that retailers are shifting their priorities to focus on digital solutions to help improve associate productivity and offset ongoing macroeconomic factors like labor shortages and pressure on supply-and- demand efficiencies. The annual study, now […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Corporate Store News, National
Grocers, Brands Recognized On HRCF’s Annual Corporate Equality Index
The Human Rights Campaign Foundation has released its 2025 Corporate Equality Index list, honoring several grocers and brands with the Equality 100 Award. The HRCF Corporate Equality Index is a benchmark survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality. The Corporate Equality Index rates companies on detailed criteria falling under […]
Posted inBakery News, Southeast
Flowers Foods To Aquire Simple Mills
Thomasville, Georgia-based Flowers Foods has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Simple Mills for $795 million in cash. The addition of Simple Mills expands Flowers’ exposure to better-for-you and attractive snacking segments, as well as enhances the company’s growth and margin prospects. Founded in 2012 by Katlin Smith, Simple Mills is a natural brand offering better-for-you […]
Posted inSustainability News, Corporate Store News, Northeast
King Kullen Adds Facilio To Prepare For EPA Changes
Long Island-based supermarket chain King Kullen has selected Facilio’s Connected Retail software platform to automate its refrigeration compliance management and stay ahead of the upcoming Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulatory changes, especially the AIM Act Emissions Reduction and Reclamation Regulations. “The U.S. is facing the biggest shift in refrigerant regulations since they were created in […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Midwest
Jewel-Osco Celebrating Moms Across Chicago
Jewel-Osco is bringing back its “Every MOMent Matters” campaign, a months-long celebration dedicated to moms across the Chicagoland area. This year, Jewel-Osco’s “Every MOMent Matters” series will recognize and celebrate moms at three Chicago pop-up experiences and a finale Galentine’s event at The Ritz-Carlton. Partnering with WINGS Program, “Every MOMent Matters” encourages moms to enter […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Midwest, The Kroger Co.
Kroger’s Simple Truth Brand Introduces Resolution Rescue Bundle
Ahead of Quitter’s Day on Jan. 10 – when most people begin to give up on their New Year’s resolutions, Kroger’s Simple Truth brand is unveiling six limited-time Resolution Rescue bundles designed to make upholding some of the most popular better-eating pledges easier. According to Kroger’s retail data science arm, 84.51º, 79 percent of customers make […]
Posted inMarketing News, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Media Collective Launches API Offering, TransUnion Partnership
Albertsons Media Collective, the retail media arm for The Albertsons Cos., has launched an API (Application Programming Interface) that will enable advertisers to integrate the grocer’s campaign performance data into their own measurement models for analysis. Complementing these efforts, Albertsons Media Collective is also partnering with TransUnion to offer advertisers TruAudience marketing mix modeling (MMM) […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest, Save A Lot
Save A Lot Opens Nominations For Hometown Heroes Program
Save A Lot is sharing the achievements of its Hometown Heroes program, which debuted in 2023 to honor people and organizations making a difference in the communities it serves. In 2024, the grocer recognized 21 people and awarded $10,500 in store gift cards. Standout recipients of 2024 include Canton Township firefighter-paramedics, consistently going above and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Buche Foods Names First Lakota Woman Store Manager
Tameka Vocu, who was recently named store manager of the Buche Foods location in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, is the first Lakota tribal member to hold the position. “It’s an honor to be the first female Native American to be managing the reservation’s biggest store,” Vocu said. “This is the greatest opportunity I have ever […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Raley's, West
Raley’s Begins New Food For Families Grant Program
To assist with the challenge of safely storing, transporting and distributing food, Raley’s is introducing a new Food for Families grant program for its partner food banks and supporting networks. Starting at a minimum of $5,000 each, the grants reflect a range of funding that depends on the demonstrated need of the applicant. The program […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Cos. Hosts Annual Emerging Products Competition
The annual Albertsons Companies Innovation Launchpad competition has begun, searching for emerging and innovative brands representing food, beverage and pet products. Independent food brands between $3 million and $10 million in net retail sales are encouraged to apply for the opportunity to compete at the Natural Products Expo West on March 4 in Anaheim, California. […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Executive News, Piggly Wiggly, Southeast
Piggly Wiggly Alabama President To Retire, Successor Named
Piggly Wiggly Alabama Distributing Co. President and CEO Jerry McCann is retiring and will be succeeded this month by grocery industry veteran Christopher Brown. McCann has served the Bessemer, Alabama-based wholesaler for more than 36 years in many capacities, including the last three-and-a-half years as president. According to the PWADC Board of Directors, Brown brings […]