The latest research from Upgraded Points finds that 80 percent of Americans will see their grocery bills increase this holiday season, with 65 percent shopping more frequently during this time. The report explores these holiday spending habits and the regional differences in grocery shopping, delving into factors such as store density and budgeting to provide […]
Category: Independent Store News
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Independent Store News, Southeast
AWG Member Roberts Co. Joins Upside To Boost Loyalty
Roberts Company Inc., a grocery chain operating Corner Market and Grocery Depot locations in the Jackson/Hattiesburg, Mississippi, area, has partnered with Upside, building on the technology firm’s efforts to support Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. (AWG) members. “We are committed to delivering exceptional service, and Upside’s work to drive more customers to our Corner Market and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Hannaford Supermarkets, Northeast
Hannaford Donates $50K Lottery Commission To Nonprofits
The Tri-State Megabucks ticket sold in St. Albans, Vermont, that produced a $6.27 million winner in September will have a community impact thanks to Hannaford Supermarkets, the grocery retailer that sold it. Hannaford has donated its $50,000 commission from selling the winning ticket to three local nonprofits focused on increasing access to food and shelter […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Corporate Store News, Meijer, National, Walmart
Meijer, Walmart Partner With Wreaths Across America
In honor of this year’s National Wreaths Across America Day, typically held the second Saturday in December, Meijer and Walmart partnered with the organization to lay wreaths on the headstones of veterans buried in cemeteries across the U.S. Wreaths Across America’s mission is to honor the service and sacrifice of veterans while teaching younger generations […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Harps Food Stores, Southwest
Harps Food Stores To Open Two Arkansas Stores In 2025
Harps Food Stores Inc. is planning two new stores in Arkansas – one each in Conway and Fort Smith – that are set to open next year. The first store, whose opening is slated for spring, will be at 3200 Dave Ward Drive in Conway. The second, at 6400 Veterans Ave. in Fort Smith, has […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Corporate Store News, National
Acosta Group Makes Consumer Predictions For 2025
Acosta Group has shared its 2025 consumer predictions, highlighting a redefined focus on value, offerings and shopper connections and experiences. Compiled by retail experts and industry thought leaders, the forecast is based on comprehensive research, as well as studies conducted throughout the year, providing a view of evolving consumer behaviors for brands, retailers and foodservice […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Retailer of the Year, Wakefern
Stigers Using All Career Experiences To Lead Wakefern Food Corp.
Mike Stigers is in his second year of serving as president of Wakefern Food Corp., a role he feels he was preparing for throughout his five-decade career in the grocery industry. Stigers started out as a part-time courtesy clerk at Safeway in California in 1974. Over the years, in subsequent roles in retail and wholesale, […]
Posted inAssociation News, Corporate Store News, Independent Store News, National
NGA Commends FTC’s Enforcement Of Robinson-Patman Act
In a 3-2 vote, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) took action Dec. 12 to restore enforcement of the Robinson-Patman Act, an antitrust law that will level the playing field for small and medium-sized businesses. The FTC sued the largest U.S. distributor of wine and spirits – Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits LLC (Southern) – contending […]