Central Market hosted a New Item Showcase on May 3 at its company headquarters in Dallas, Texas. The event welcomed social media influencers, bloggers and well-known food writers from the area. Guests enjoyed tasting new items, asking questions, snapping photos and connecting with Central Market buyers. The event aimed to build relationships with key food […]
Category: Independent Store News
Posted inNortheast, Independent Store News, Weis Markets
Weis Markets Launches Annual Paws For Pets Program
Weis Markets’ 16th annual Paws for Pets program is underway. The program is a company-wide donation drive to support 128 local animal shelters and rescue organizations across the company’s footprint. During the month-long program, which ends May 31, customers can round their orders up to the next dollar or give $1, $3 or $5 at self-checkout. They […]
Posted inBig Y Foods, Executive News, Independent Store News, Northeast
Big Y Appoints Swensen To Fresh & Local DC Leadership Team
The Big Y Foods Board of Directors has appointed Eric A. Swensen to succeed Stephen M. Creed, who is retiring as VP of distribution and logistics for the Fresh & Local Distribution Center. After more than 45 years of diverse experience in the distribution industry and five years at Big Y, Creed will be retiring […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, ShopRite
ShopRite Of Wayne Unveils Special Edition Cheerios Box
The Inserra Supermarkets ShopRite of Wayne associates were honored May 10 with a special edition Cheerios Box in recognition of their fundraising efforts for local food banks. The ShopRite of Wayne raised $5,800 during the annual ShopRite Partners in Caring Cheerios Contest, sponsored in partnership with General Mills. Store team member James Steed is featured […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Independent Store News, Midwest, Shelby Originals
Village Comes Together To Open Co-op Grocery
The village of Utica, Nebraska, has an estimated population of 840. Located in Seward County, it’s a 45-minute drive to Lincoln, the state capital and home of the University of Nebraska. When the village lost its only grocery store about 15 years ago, it impacted the community. About 13 years ago, when the local Catholic […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, Schnucks
Schnucks Markets Named A 2024 U.S. Best Managed Company
For the third consecutive year, Schnucks Markets Inc. has been selected as a U.S. Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams. “We are, once again, extremely honored and humbled to be named a U.S. Best Managed […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Jimbo’s Celebrates 40th Anniversary, Partners With Non-Profits
Jimbo’s is celebrating its 40th anniversary in July, commemorating four decades of providing high-quality organic and natural foods to the San Diego, California, community. Established in 1984 by Jim “Jimbo” Someck, Jimbo’s has been a pioneer in the industry, dedicated to promoting healthy living, environmental stewardship and supporting local and sustainable brands. “We are honored to […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Northeast
Karns Foods Promotes Third-Gen Family Members
Karns Foods, a 10-store establishment serving communities across the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania area, has appointed three family members to its executive team as CEO, president and chief HR officer. As the company enters a new era of growth and innovation, these appointments highlight its commitment to tradition, excellence in service and the future. Andrea Karns assumes […]