With a $77 million capital investment, Food Lion has upgraded several stores across North Carolina. On Aug. 2, the Salisbury, North Carolina-based retailer will hold ribbon-cutting events at 47 stores in the Greenville, Jacksonville and New Bern area. Afterward, the first 100 customers in line will receive a mystery gift card valued up to $250, a […]
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Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Southeast
Kroger Opens Second Spoke Facility In Kentucky
The Kroger Co. announced the opening July 27 of a spoke facility in Independence, Kentucky, that will work in conjunction with its fulfillment center in nearby Monroe, Ohio. The location marks the company’s second spoke facility in the commonwealth, joining one in Louisville that opened in May 2022. According to Kroger, orders will be assembled […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Sunset Winn-Dixie Reopens In Miami, FL
Southeastern Grocers Inc. reintroduced the Sunset Winn-Dixie store July 12 at 8710 SW 72nd St. in Miami to the local community. “We have worked tirelessly with our partners to elevate the Sunset store to meet our safe operating standards while enhancing the store to offer our neighbors a refreshed shopping experience. The outpouring of support […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Corporate Store News, West
Natural Grocers To Celebrate Store Relocation Aug. 8 In Beaverton, OR
Natural Grocers will relocate its Beaverton, Oregon, store to a renovated, larger space on Aug. 8. The retailer will host a ribbon cutting and food bank donation ceremony in front of the new Beaverton location at 3805 SW 117th Ave. Natural Grocers Crew will welcome the community with gift card giveaways, discounts and prize sweepstakes. The current Natural […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Aldi, National
Cottage Cheese, Greek Yogurt Among Aldi Fan Favorites
For the fifth year, customers have let Aldi know which of the German discount grocer’s products are their favorite, as well as the grocery trends that are reshaping how they shop. “Our loyal shoppers are always vocal about their love for Aldi products and over 70,000 of them sang praises in the 2023 Aldi Fan […]
Posted inGiant Food, Corporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Food, Divert Save 30.8M Pounds Of Food Waste In Past Year
In their first year of collaboration, Giant Food and West Concord, Massachusetts-based Divert Inc. processed more than 30.8 million pounds of wasted food, mitigating nearly 1,400 metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions. “We recognize our responsibility as a leader in the grocery space to make a positive impact on the environment and tackle waste reduction,” […]
Posted inGiant Food, Corporate Store News, Executive News, Northeast
Ahold Delhaize Names Ruane As The Giant Co. President
Ahold Delhaize USA has named John Ruane as president of The Giant Co. “We have been fortunate to have John lead The Giant Co. as interim president during a time of transition, and we are excited about this next step in his career,” said JJ Fleeman, CEO, Ahold Delhaize USA. “He has led the team […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Boost Members Saved $115M During Inaugural Year
In the first year of Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co.’s paid membership program, Boost by Kroger Plus, members saved more than $115 million. In its inaugural year, Boost membership enrollments have exceeded the company’s expectations. The savings members experienced drove increased customer engagement across stores, e-commerce channels and fuel centers. The retailer is celebrating with a […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Donates $160K To Fight Hunger
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. has donated $160,000 to eight Southeast food banks to help fight hunger during the summer months. According to Feeding America, one in eight children across the U.S. may experience food insecurity, and millions of children count on school meal programs to provide their daily nutrition. However, during the summer break, many […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Southwest
Albertsons Market, Market Street Donate $42K To Hunger Nonprofits
Albuquerque, New Mexico-based Albertsons Market and Santa Fe, New Mexico-based Market Street joined The Food Depot and Roadrunner Food Bank for two check presentation ceremonies following a 12-day statewide donate-at-the-register fundraising campaign. Guests and team members combined to raise more than $42,500 to help these organizations fight food insecurity across New Mexico. The fundraiser ran […]
Posted inFood City, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Food City Campaign Supports Paralyzed Veterans
In partnership with Paralyzed Veterans of America and seven-time NASCAR champion Richard Petty, Abingdon, Virginia-based Food City is holding its annual in-store checkout donation campaign through July 25. Paralyzed Veterans of America is a national nonprofit service organization dedicated to supporting veterans with spinal cord injuries and diseases such as MS and ALS. Designed to […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, West
Albertsons Companies’ O Organics Brand Launches Hunger Program
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies Inc. has launched its O Organics “Fight Hunger, Serve Hope” initiative to combat hunger during the summer months, when households with school-aged children face higher rates of food insecurity. Through Aug. 1, the company’s private label brand will donate one meal for every O Organics product purchased, up to $7 million […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger’s Home Chef Brand Marks Milestone
Home Chef, Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co.’s meal solutions brand with a retail and online presence, is celebrating its 10th birthday. Over the last 10 years, Home Chef has produced more than 350 million meals served in 48 states, according to Kroger. It has tested and tasted some 12,000 recipes, 4,500 of which have made the […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Desserts Top Kroger July Fourth Offerings
Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. is featuring several bakery items customers can use to celebrate America’s birthday, from desserts decorated with stars and stripes to cheesecake and cookies. The grocer also has ice cream and other novelties, such as popsicles. For a family-friendly July Fourth activity, the retailer recommends trying the no-bake desserts with seasonal fruits. […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Gives $750K To Folds Of Honor
A $750,000 donation from Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. to Folds of Honor will provide 150 educational scholarships to the children and spouses of fallen and disabled military members. SEG’s donation was made possible by customer and employee donations raised during a four-week program. Anthony Hucker, president and CEO of Southeastern Grocers, said in a […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Corporate Store News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Sponsoring Gaelic Athletic Association Finals
Natural Grocers will be the anchor sponsor of the 2023 U.S. Gaelic Athletic Association National Finals, set for Aug. 18-20 in Denver. The Southwest Division of the U.S. Gaelic Athletic Association and the Denver Gaels, a Gaelic Athletic Association Club founded in 1996, will host the event in Colorado for the second time in the […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
The Fresh Market Celebrates Birthday With Promotions, Offers
To celebrate 41 years in business, Greensboro, North Carolina-based The Fresh Market Inc. is showcasing products specific to its stores for its birthday. Among the highlights: The company works with local farmers and growers to ensure the fruits and vegetables it offers are of the highest quality and freshness. Its butchers bring the counter to […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Hails 10K Students As ‘Zero Heroes’
Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. has named 10,310 students across America as Zero Hero award winners through its “Zero Hunger | Zero Waste” youth engagement program. The honorees took action during the 2022-23 school year to help fight hunger and waste and advance the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals: Zero Hunger and Responsible Consumption and Production. […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast, Sustainability News
Weis Markets Reaffirms Sustainable Food Retail Certification
Weis Markets has completed Ratio Institute’s Sustainable Food Retail Certification, highlighting the environmental and economic benefits of the Mid-Atlantic food retailer’s sustainability practices while identifying opportunities for more gains. The company previously gained Ratio Institute certification in 2021. Within each of the grocer’s districts, Ratio Institute conducted in-person assessment training that included store managers and […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion Feeds Foundation Gives $785K In Grants
More than 220 nonprofits that work to fight hunger and provide nutritional education across 10 states are benefiting from some $785,000 in grants from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation. As part of the distribution, the foundation gave $165,000 to Feeding America to support child hunger programs. In addition, it awarded $50,000 matched by Food […]