H-E-B is supporting Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation’s efforts to conserve wildlife, habitats and natural resources. With the purchase of a Field & Future product by H-E-B, the grocer will help support efforts such as coastal conservation along the Texas Gulf Coast, black bear restoration in West Texas and the establishment of Palo Pinto Mountains State […]
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 inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Stop & Shop, Boston Red Sox Team Up To Fight Hunger
Quincy, Massachusetts-based Stop & Shop and the Boston Red Sox are partnering in a multi-year campaign to “Strike Out School Hunger” with a pledge to donate 10 million meals to students who are facing food insecurity. For each Red Sox strikeout during regular season home games, Stop & Shop will donate 10,000 meals to support […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, West
Albertsons Companies Offering COVID-19 Tests To Medicare Recipients
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies has announced that customers with Medicare Part B coverage, including those enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan, will be able to get free COVID-19 rapid tests at the company’s more than 1,700 pharmacies. Those eligible can get up to eight over-the-counter tests each month, without an appointment, through the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency. “We’re committed to making COVID-19 testing easier in the many neighborhoods […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Announces 5-For-1 Stock Split And Quarterly Dividend
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix and its board of directors has approved a 5‑for-1 stock split and an increase in the number of authorized shares of its common stock from 1 billion to 4 billion shares. In addition, the board declared a quarterly dividend on its common stock. Under the revised Florida Business Corporation Act, which became effective […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Midwest, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Health’s Platform Recognized By University Of Cincinnati Study
Cincinnati, Ohio-based Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., partnered with the University of Cincinnati to execute an independent clinical research study to learn how retailers, like Kroger, serve as a healthcare destination by leveraging food and nutrition education to support the health and wellbeing of shoppers. “Kroger Health is proud of our partnership with the University of […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, West
CMI Orchards Achieves EFI Certification On Apples, Cherries And Pears
Equitable Food Initiative, the workforce development and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumer advocacy groups, has announced that Washington-based CMI Orchards had achieved its first EFI certification. More than 50 percent of the captive acreage of apples, cherries and pears marketed by CMI Orchards is EFI certified with the completion of […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
The Giant Co. Relaunches ‘Healing The Planet’ Grant Program
The Giant Company, in partnership with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, has relaunched its “Healing the Planet” grant program. This year, $300,000 will be awarded to projects aimed at improving the health and quality of waterways. “Last year’s grant recipients demonstrated that no matter how big or how small a project may be, you can make a difference […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Kalera Opens ‘Mile High’ Vertical Farming Facility In Denver, CO
Colorado residents will soon be able to shop locally for lettuce and microgreens from Kalera, a hydroponic indoor vertical farming company, thanks to the opening of its new farm. The nearly 90,000-square-foot facility, located at 18000 E 40th Avenue, in Aurora, Colorado is the company’s fifth domestic farm, joining a U.S. footprint that includes farms in Atlanta, Georgia, and Houston, Texas, […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Bubba Burger Debuts Jalapeno Cheddar Flavor
Jacksonville, Florida-based Bubba Burger is unveiling a new burger variety, Jalapeño Cheddar, in time for grilling season. “We’ve all had more time in the kitchen with family over the last two years, and folks have become more comfortable experimenting with new flavors and recipes,” said Travis Crouse, chief operating officer of Bubba Foods. “Our new Jalapeño Cheddar Bubba […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, West
The Save Mart Co. Names Sampson As Executive Chairman
The Modesto, California-based Save Mart Companies and Kingswood Capital Management have named Shane Sampson as executive chairman of the California-based, regional grocery retailer. The news comes a week after Kingswood, a Los Angeles-based operationally focused private equity firm with experience in the retail sector, announced its acquisition of Save Mart. Terms of the transaction have not been disclosed. To read the full story […]
Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
BJ’s Wholesale Club Opening Location April 8 In Ross Township, PA
BJ’s Wholesale Club, an operator of membership warehouse clubs in the Eastern U.S., has announced a club location will open April 8 in Ross Township, Pennsylvania. The opening will bring the retailer’s total number of U.S. locations to 227, with 19 clubs in Pennsylvania and two in Pittsburgh. The club will have a BJ’s Gas location on […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Uncle Matt’s Organic Launches New Matt50 Orange Juice
Clermont, Florida-based Uncle Matt’s Organic is launching its Matt50 Orange Juice Beverage at Whole Foods Market and Sprouts Farmers Market locations nationwide. Matt50 contains half the sugar and calories as regular OJ and is boosted with 100 percent DV Vitamin C, plus prebiotics and probiotics for gut health and immune support. “Uncle Matt’s Organic orange juice is the best-selling on […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Two Trees Launches New Bourbon Barrel-Aged Seltzer
Fletcher, North Carolina-based Two Trees Beverage Co. has introduced a new Bourbon Barrel-Aged Seltzer. The new malt-based, wood-crafted seltzer will be available in six-packs of 12-oz. cans. Two Trees is blending the barrel-aged taste of bourbon with the experience of RTD seltzers. Opening with an aromatic and oak forward nose, followed by subtly sweet and spicy notes; […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Island Brands USA Expands Distribution Into Mississippi
Charleston, South Carolina-based Island Brands USA has expanded its Gulf Coast distribution into Mississippi with wholesale partner, Southern Beverage. Major retailers in Mississippi like Kroger, Walmart and Piggly Wiggly will receive the full portfolio of Island Brands’ American-made, American-owned beers. This includes its brands Island Coastal Lager and Island Active, as well as the extensions of those lines: Island Lemonada, Island Southern […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Sedano’s Supermarkets Celebrates 60-Year Anniversary In Miami
Sedano’s Supermarkets is celebrating 60 years in business in Miami with promotional events and special pricing throughout the year. The grocer has become a part of Miami’s DNA for understanding South Florida’s unique blend of Latin cultures. “We’re very grateful to our longtime employees and loyal customers for allowing Sedano’s to be part of their friends and […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, West
Real California Milk Releases Cheese Record For Advertising Campaign
California Freestyle, the first music record made of California cheese, launched April 1 along with a free consumer download of the featured track that celebrates all things California and California dairy. California Freestyle, a collaboration from Real California Milk with Latina singer-songwriter CRYS, captures the intersection of California music and sustainable dairy in its rarest form – a playable record made from a […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Rio Fresh’s Onion Facility Damaged In Warehouse Fire
On March 31, a structure fire damaged a large portion of Rio Fresh’s onion packing facility in San Juan, Texas. Rio Fresh Inc. is a third generation, family farming operation in South Texas. It grows, packs and ships a large variety of Texas-grown items including: Texas 1015 Sweet Onions, cabbage, kale, greens and melons. The […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Stop & Shop Begins Annual ‘Help Cure Childhood Cancer’ Campaign
New Rochelle, New York-based Stop & Shop began its ‘Help Cure Childhood Cancer’ campaign March 31 with an event at its New Rochelle store. Stop & Shop customers will be able to support MSK Kids, the pediatric program at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. The fundraiser, which celebrates its 21st anniversary this year, raises money […]
Posted inFood Lion, Home Page Slider, Produce News, Southeast
Food Lion Customers Provide 1.6M Meals Through Orange Bag Program
In partnership with its customers, Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion Feeds is providing 1.6 million meals to feed food-insecure neighbors as a result of its annual Orange Bag campaign. Last month, customers purchased specially marked Food Lion Feeds orange bags or made a cash donation at the register during checkout. Each bag sold helped provide five […]
Posted inCenter Store, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Kraft Heinz Closes Deal With Brazilian Food Company Hemmer
Chicago, Illinois-based The Kraft Heinz Company has completed its acquisition of a majority stake in Companhia Hemmer Indústria e Comércio, a Brazilian food company focused on condiments and sauces. The deal was approved without restriction by Brazil’s CADE – its Administrative Council for Economic Defense – Brazil’s antitrust body. The proposed deal was announced in September 2021, […]