Raley’s Chief Operations Officer Kevin Konkel is retiring, effective Jan. 7, after nearly four and a half decades of service. “Kevin is the epitome of a ‘service leader.’ His knowledge, professionalism and leadership have been a source of stability and inspiration. Kevin is far more than just a business leader; he is a kind and […]
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IGA Honors Retailer Awards Of Excellence Winners
The Independent Grocers Alliance recently announced Bob Rybick, owner of Geissler’s Supermarket IGA in Somers, Connecticut, has been named IGA International Retailer of the Year. The awards process began in the fall of 2019, when IGA USA Licensed Distribution Companies were each asked to submit a candidate for IGA USA International Retailer of the Year. […]
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Davidson Named Buehler’s Fresh Foods New President/CEO
Buehler’s Fresh Foods has promoted Mike Davidson to president and CEO of the Wooster, Ohio-based supermarket chain effective Jan. 2. He will take over from Dan Shanahan, who announced his retirement in early November. “On behalf of our board of directors and ESOP trustee, we couldn’t be more proud in naming Mike as president/CEO,” Shanahan […]
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Hy-Vee’s ‘Good Graces’ Private Brand Offers Gluten-Free Product Line
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee Inc. has launched Good Graces, a new private brand available at all its stores. The first line to launch includes a full range of gluten-free products for customers. The budget-friendly offerings exclusive to Hy-Vee provide high-quality, gluten-free products at an affordable price, which helps make a gluten-free diet more attainable […]
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H-E-B Operation Appreciation Supports Veterans, Active-Duty Military
H-E-B customers across Texas have the opportunity to offer a salute to active duty service members, military veterans and their families by supporting H-E-B’s Operation Appreciation donation campaign. Launched in 2013, H-E-B Operation Appreciation has provided more than $10 million in support to dozens of military-based nonprofits in Texas, as well as efforts that provide mortgage-free homes […]
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Weis Markets Raises $450K For Paralyzed Veterans Of America
Sunbury, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets has donated $450,000 to Paralyzed Veterans of America – the nation’s only nonprofit organization dedicated solely to supporting veterans with spinal cord injuries, disorders and diseases, like MS and ALS, and all people with disabilities. Officials from Weis Markets presented the check to PVA on Nov. 12 at the company’s Perry Hall, […]
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Cardenas Markets Offers Fully Prepared Holiday Dinners
Fully-prepared holiday dinners are now available to order from Ontario, California-based Cardenas Markets. The company’s Cocina Department has created five options for holiday dinners for up to 12 people. Dinner options include: turkey, spiral ham, rib, pork leg and almond pork loin. Each dinner option comes fully prepared with two pounds of mashed potatoes, two […]
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Meijer Gives Sneak Peek Into Weeklong Black Friday Deals
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer has unveiled a sneak peek at its plans to help customers navigate this holiday shopping season. The retailer’s ads provide customers multiple opportunities to check items off their lists but also help them to plan their Black Friday shopping in advance. Black Friday deals will start on Nov. 21 and extend through Black […]