Lincolnshire, Illinois-based Saputo Cheese USA and its brand, Frigo Cheese Heads, have revealed the winning schools in its “Build a Bright Future” program, which is aimed at helping schools improve their learning experience and environment through funding for equipment, materials and renovations. Schools across the country had the opportunity to be nominated for the chance […]
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 inPackaging News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, West, Whole Foods
Harvest Snaps Rebrands Veggie Snacks With New Packaging
Fairfield, California-based Calbee America Inc. is giving its Harvest Snaps lineup a brand refresh with a modern, new packaging design. The designs feature a prominent logo and an image of the crunchy snacks taking front and center stage. On the back of the pack, Harvest Snaps tells its story of creating better-for-you, baked snacks that are made […]
Posted inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, National
Global Cold Chain Alliance Partners With Cold Chain Federation
The Global Cold Chain Alliance and the Cold Chain Federation have entered into a formal partnership agreement that builds on a 20-plus year affiliation between the two organizations and signals a new commitment to building knowledge, networking opportunities and insights across borders. “We are delighted to partner with Global Cold Chain Alliance in this way, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Weis Markets Donates $10K For Women’s History Month
Sunbury, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets has donated $10,000 to seven organizations in Baltimore and Central Pennsylvania in observance of Women’s History Month. Donations include: $2,500 to Caroline Center, a Baltimore-based education and career skills training center. $1,000 to Building our Nation’s Daughters, a Baltimore-based organization committed to cultivating multi-generational health, wealth and community for Black single mothers and daughters. […]
Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
BJ’s Wholesale Club Launches Same-Day Select Membership Delivery
Westborough, Massachusetts-based BJ’s Wholesale Club has announced a rollout of “Same-Day Select,” a membership add-on to its same-day delivery service. BJ’s Same-Day Select service is an upgrade option for BJ’s Wholesale Club members, allowing them to pay a one-time fee upfront for either unlimited or a set number of same-day grocery deliveries, delivered in as little as two […]
Posted inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, National
IHA Report Explores Consumers’ Purchase Intent Of Housewares
Consumer home and housewares purchasing was supercharged during the COVID-19 pandemic as fundamental shifts in living directed unprecedented surges in traffic in stores and online for products that facilitated and enriched home lifestyles. New IHA research commissioned by the International Housewares Association and reported by HomePage News will help suppliers and retailers pinpoint home and housewares opportunities […]
Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Home Page Slider, National
G Fuel, Marvel Studios Partner For Moonberry Hydration Formula Pack
In celebration of Marvel Studios’ Moon Knight, an original series streaming exclusively on Disney+, G Fuel has launched a new caffeine-free Moonberry Hydration Formula available as a limited-edition collector’s box online for U.S. fans while supplies last. When Steven Grant, a mild-mannered gift-shop employee, becomes plagued with blackouts and memories of another life, he discovers he has dissociative identity […]
Posted inFred Meyer, Anniversary Issues, Home Page Latest News, West
Non-Food Side Of Fred Meyer Gives Company Edge In Marketplace
Like many of his colleagues, Brad Cope had not planned on a career in the grocery industry. “Not at all,” he said. Cope, manager of marketing and customer communications at Fred Meyer, started working for the company in high school. He continued doing so in his first year of college. The company offered him a good […]
Posted inHy-Vee, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee Releases Music Lineup For INDYCAR Race Weekend
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee Inc. and INDYCAR have revealed the four award-winning music acts who will perform live during INDYCAR Race Weekend, July 22-24, at Iowa Speedway in Newton, Iowa. Tickets for Hy-Vee INDYCAR Race Weekend are on sale and can be purchased online at hyveeindycarweekend.com or by calling the race ticket office at (641) 417-6007. Tim […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
The Giant Co. Donates 3,000 Hams To Help Eliminate Hunger This Spring
The Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based Giant Company will donate 3,000 hams to 13 partner food banks and food pantries across three states as the company continues its work to eliminate hunger. Hams will be donated across Pennsylvania, Maryland and Virginia, as Giant and Martin’s team members give back to the community they serve. “Food insecurity is something every […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Whole Foods’ Oblisk Discusses Regenerative Agriculture At Shoptalk 2022
Sonya Gafsi Oblisk, chief marketing and communications officer for Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market, discussed the grocer’s point of view on regenerative agriculture and outlined its focus on caring for communities and the environment during Shoptalk 2022, held March 28 in Las Vegas, Nevada. During a fireside chat with Erin Hiatt, VP of corporate social responsibility […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Atlanta Division And Little Clinics Raise $12K For AHA Campaign
Kroger pharmacies and Little Clinics in the Atlanta Division raised more than $12,500 for the American Heart Association’s “Life is Why” campaign. Nationwide, Kroger pharmacies and Little Clinics raised $134,295 for the AHA. Two Kroger pharmacy locations in Georgia ranked in the top 10 Kroger locations nationwide raising funds for the campaign. The Kroger pharmacy […]
Posted inDairy News, Home Page Slider, West
Clover Sonoma Expands Line With Two Organic Plus Whole Milks
Petaluma, California-based Clover Sonoma, a third-generation family-owned and -operated dairy, has added two new organic plus milks to its “Clover the Rainbow” line for kids – lactose-free Organic Whole Milk and DHA Omega-3 with Choline Organic Whole Milk. Sourced from local Northern California family farms, these two new organic plus milks offer whole nutrition for the […]
Posted inFred Meyer, Anniversary Issues, Home Page Latest News, West
Providing Positive Environment Key To Fred Meyer’s Development
Sara Parker, director of human resources for Fred Meyer, was no stranger to the food business when she joined the company in 2002 from a general merchandise retailer in Portland, Oregon. “My dad worked for a food processing company when I was growing up, and he was a director of quality control, so I have […]
Posted inPackaging News, Home Page Slider, West
New Seasons Market Updates Pasta Packaging To Reduce Plastic Use
Portland, Oregon-based New Seasons Market will transition its private label Partner Brand Fresh Pasta packaging from plastic clamshells to an environmentally preferable alternative, PaperSeal Map trays. The PaperSeal modified atmosphere packaging trays are produced by Graphic Packaging International and New Seasons Market will be the first domestic retailer to use this innovation. Each PaperSeal MAP tray uses 91 […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
U.S. Foods Appoints Two New Directors To Board
Rosemont, Illinois-based U.S. Foods Holding Corp. has filed its preliminary proxy materials with the securities and exchange commission in connection with its upcoming 2022 annual meeting of shareholders. In connection with the filing of the preliminary proxy materials, the board disclosed its slate of director candidates for the 2022 annual meeting, which includes two new independent […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Hy-Vee Announces Site Of First Store In Tennessee
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee, Inc. has released plans on its expansion into Tennessee and the location of its first store in the state. Hy-Vee has secured 17 acres at the corner of Buckner Lane and June Lake Boulevard, within the new June Lake gateway development in Spring Hill, Tennessee. Located in central Tennessee, the city […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Tops Celebrates 60th Anniversary With ‘Rip It And Bling’ Monopoly Game
Williamsville, New York-based Tops is celebrating its 60th anniversary with the return of its popular Rip It and Bling game. This year, customers have a chance to win the grand prize of $60,000, and 60 winners can win a one carat diamond or a year of free groceries. Customers can get Rip It and Bling tickets at any Tops […]
Posted inMeijer, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer Seeks Volunteers For LPGA Classic Summer Event
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer and its LPGA Classic tour are looking for more than 1,000 volunteers to support what has become a premier event on the LPGA Tour. The event will return June 13-19 at Blythefield Country Club to a full-scale volunteer program while also maintaining the reduced volunteer fee of $30 that was introduced last year. “We’re looking forward to bringing […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Midwest, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Releases Statement On Nomination Of Director Candidates
The Cincinnati, Ohio-based Kroger Company says billionaire investor Carl Icahn has submitted an intent to nominate two director candidates – Alexis C. Fox and Margarita Paláu-Hernández – to stand for election to its board of directors at the company’s 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. The date for the annual meeting has not been announced. Kroger […]