Walmart Health is expanding its health centers into Florida with new locations in Jacksonville, Middleburg, Poinciana/Kissimmee, Sanford and Wesley Chapel. “Two years after the launch of Walmart Health, we continue evolving and growing to make health care even more accessible to the communities we serve,” said Dr. David Carmouche, SVP of Omnichannel Care Offerings at […]
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 inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Food Lion Feeds Donates $100K To Food Pantry In Spring Hope, NC
Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion Feeds is donating $100,000 to A Touch of the Father’s Love Ministry and Food Pantry to help the Spring Hope, North Carolina-based organization purchase a new facility and support more people. “The services provided by A Touch of the Father’s Love are integral to our neighbors in Nash County, so […]
Posted inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
NJFC To Honor 4 Industry Leaders At Annual ‘Night of Distinction’
The New Jersey Food Council will host its annual “Night of Distinction” reception May 17 at The Palace at Somerset Park, Somerset. The NJFC event, with its slate of honorees, will draw more than 500 guests, including food industry executives. “This is the perfect time to celebrate the industry and its leaders who have made such […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Big Y Announces Its February And March Company Promotions
Springfield, Massachusetts-based Big Y Foods Inc. has announced the following new appointments: Big Y Massachusetts locations Amherst Kayla N. Constantine, senior financial analyst, Big Y Store Support Center. Chicopee Christopher L. Eldredge, food service sales manager; Otilia N. Brown, store director; and Jennifer L. Devine, customer service manager. Easthampton Shawn E. Kirchner, store director; and […]
Posted inDairy News, Bakery News, Deli News, Home Page Slider, National
IRI Report Shows Dairy, Deli, Bakery Prices Continue To Rise
To document the changing nature of the marketplace, IRI, Anne-Marie Roerink of 210 Analytics and Marriner Marketing have teamed up continue to bring the latest trends and analysis relative to dairy, deli and bakery department sales. This is the second in a series of reports presented by IRI, discussing inflation trends. Perishables In March, total […]
Posted inExecutive News, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Walmart Names Rainey As New CFO And EVP
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart Inc. has named John Rainey as the company’s next EVP and CFO. Rainey will assume the responsibilities of CFO on June 6. “John has a proven track record of leading change at scale in customer service organizations innovating in their fields,” said Doug McMillon, Walmart president and CEO. “I’m confident that John’s mix […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Announces New Board Member, Scholarship At Annual Meeting
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix held its annual stockholders’ meeting April 12. During the meeting, Mark Irby, retired Publix VP of marketing, was elected to the company’s board of directors and the creation of two new scholarships for company employees was also announced. Irby began his Publix career in 1973 in the sign shop in Lakeland, Florida. After […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, National
IRI Reports Meat Sales Continue To Trend Above Old Normal
To document the changing nature of the marketplace, IRI, Anne-Marie Roerink of 210 Analytics and Marriner Marketing have teamed up continue to bring the latest trends and analysis relative to meat department sales, including fresh and processed items. This is the first in a series of reports presented by IRI, discussing inflation trends. In March […]
Posted inHome Page Slider, Snacks Brands, Southwest
505 Southwestern Green Chile Expands Distribution To Walmart Stores
Greenwood Village, Colorado-based 505 Southwestern, a Hatch Valley flamed-roasted green chile brand, has announced that its premium products, including its flagship jarred Flame Roasted Green Chile product, will be sold in Walmart stores in the U.S. Rolling out over the next several months, consumers served by all 4,461 Walmart locations across the country will be able to purchase 505SW at […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, West
USC Marshall Names Coca-Cola As Food Industry Executive Of The Year
The University of Southern California’s Marshall Food Industry Management program will honor Coca-Cola as its 2022 Executive of the Year. Historically, the USC Executive of the Year award has been presented to an individual food industry retailer that has demonstrated extraordinary leadership and commitment to education. This year, the award will go to Coca-Cola, one […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Green Life Farms Set To Construct Fourth Farm In Florida
Green Life Farms has completed the purchase of a 67-acre property in Wildwood, Florida, where it will construct the fourth of 13 planned farms in the Southeast. The Wildwood farm will further expand Green Life Farms’ market reach into central Florida, serving Orlando, Tampa, Ocala and other coastal communities. Green Life Farms’ Wildwood location is slated […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Enlightened Expands Cheesecake Line With Greek Yogurt
New York-based Enlightened is expanding its portfolio of frozen mini cheesecakes with the launch of Greek Yogurt Cheesecakes, furthering its mission to create craveable desserts with better nutrition. Available in two flavors, Original and Dark Chocolate, Enlightened draws upon its roots to create rich and creamy New York-style Greek yogurt cheesecake with a graham cracker crust […]
Posted inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, National
Congress Members Call On FTC To Address Economic Discrimination
A bipartisan coalition from the U.S. House of Representatives sent a letter March 30 to the Federal Trade Commission requesting the agency investigate, and when appropriate, bring enforcement actions against economic discriminatory action that violates antitrust laws, including the FTC Act and the Robinson-Patman Act. “The antitrust laws were designed to protect against anticompetitive economic […]
Posted inMarketing News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, West
How Retailers Can Help Your Company Get A Sales Lift
Sponsored Content From the early ages of advertising, such as 1950’s “You’ll be lovelier each day with Pink Camay” soap commercial, 1970’s “Mikey Likes It” Life cereal, to “I’m Lovin it” by McDonalds, consumer products brand strategies today are certainly more diverse – multi sectoral with more opportunities that drive competition. The strength of strategies […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
UNFI Names Finck As New Atlantic Region President
Providence, Rhode Island-based UNFI has appointed Chris Finck as its new president of the Atlantic Region, effective May 1. His promotion will fill the vacancy left by Mark Bushway’s promotion to chief supply chain officer in January. Finck will lead the Atlantic Region sales team with accountability to support customers with UNFI’s full portfolio of comprehensive products […]
Posted inPackaging News, Association News, Home Page Slider, National
Pack Expo International’s Registration Period Is Now Open
Registration is now open for the Pack Expo International 2022, which will be held Oct. 23-26 at McCormick Place, Chicago. In response to the demands on the industry, Pack Expo International 2022 will offer more features, according to show producer PMMI – The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. “There has been so much innovation in […]
Posted inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, National
FMI Names 2022 Store Manager Award Finalists
FMI – The Food Industry Association has announced the finalists of its 2022 Store Manager Awards. These 11 people were chosen for their aptitude for team development and store leadership. Their high-level business acumen and passion for people management led to financial growth, heightened customer satisfaction, purpose-driven employees, innovative in-store programs and impactful community investments. “The 2022 […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Named On Fortune’s ‘100 Best Companies To Work For’ List
For the 25th consecutive year, Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has been recognized on Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” list. Publix is one of four companies to have made the list every year since its inception in 1998. “Our founder, George Jenkins, once said people are the key to Publix’s success,” said Todd Jones, Publix CEO. “He […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Utz Brands Partners With Grillo’s To Launch Pickle Potato Chip Flavor
Hanover, Pennsylvania-based Utz Brands has partnered with Grillo’s Pickles to launch Grillo’s & Utz Dill Pickle flavored potato chips. The limited edition chip is their first collaboration. “I would eat Utz chips and a Grillo’s spear while working the pickle cart so to have two of the best snacks available collaborate is a dream come true,” said Eddie Andre, Grillo’s […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Upton’s Naturals Launches Fava Taco Style Crumbles
Chicago-based Upton’s Naturals has launched a new product: Fava Taco Style Crumbles. This plant-based product can be used for filling taco shells or wrapping into a burrito, layering over chips for loaded nachos or for cooking up a breakfast scramble. Offering a good source of protein, low in fat and calories, the heat-and-eat meat alternative […]