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Report: Shoppers Blame Government For Higher Grocery Prices

New findings from national research by The Feedback Group reveal that shoppers hold government policies and actions most responsible for higher food and grocery prices at supermarkets. In the study, 1,150 consumers rated a variety of entities and factors on a five-point scale, where five is “highly responsible” and one “not at all responsible”, as […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Amazon Fresh, Southwest, Whole Foods

Whole Foods Market Honors Top Suppliers

Whole Foods Market has announced the 16 brands receiving its 2023 Supplier All-Star Awards for promoting excellence through quality, innovation, value and sustainability. “We are proud to shine a spotlight on this committed group of suppliers and the remarkable contributions they’ve made to enriching our customer’s shopping experiences, advancing our purpose, and pushing the boundaries […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Southwest

Kroger Holds Grand Reopening In Mansfield, TX

The Kroger Co. held a grand reopening celebration April 10 for its recent remodeled store at 3300 E. Broad St. in Mansfield, Texas, following months of improvements at the location.  Kroger kicked off the grand opening in Mansfield with a special weekly advertisement that features exclusive savings through April 16, including .20 cents off per […]

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Topco Shares Changes To Board, Operations Team

Topco Associates recently celebrated its 80th anniversary with its member-owners at its 2024 Annual Membership Conference. While at the conference, the cooperative announced its 2024-26 board of directors while also notifying the membership of changes taking place on its operations team.  K-VA-T Food Stores Inc. President and CEO Steve Smith has been named Topco’s chairman of the board. […]

Posted inHarris Teeter, Corporate Store News, Southeast, The Kroger Co.

Harris Teeter To Sponsor Annual Cooper River Bridge Run In SC

Harris Teeter will return as the sole presenting sponsor for the 47th annual Cooper River Bridge Run in Charleston, South Carolina. “Harris Teeter has been serving the Lowcountry for 48 years, growing in the community right alongside the Cooper River Bridge Run,” said Danna Robinson, director of corporate affairs for Harris Teeter. “We’re thrilled to be back […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast

Southeastern Grocers Ranks Among Most Trustworthy Companies

For the third year in a row, Southeastern Grocers has been named by Newsweek as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies. “Our dedication to our associates, customers and communities forms the cornerstone of our mission, and [this accolade] serves as a testament to our enduring commitment to integrity and excellence,” said Raymond Rhee, SEG’s chief […]