Vallarta Supermarkets, one of the largest Latino-owned supermarket chains in California, hosted the grand opening of its 51st store Sept. 23 in Madera, California. Madera Mayor Andrew J. Medellin, local officials and dignitaries joined Vallarta Supermarket’s executive team for a ribbon-cutting ceremony, following public health guidelines, to mark the official grand opening. The new store is […]
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Posted inCentral Market, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southwest
Central Market Hosts Texas Farmers Market Special Showcase
San Antonio-based Central Market has always been a huge proponent of supporting Texans and local economies. This year, it has worked extra hard to make sure these local businesses get the exposure they need during these unprecedented times. These Texans and their products will be showcased in all Central Market stores now through Oct. 6 […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Publix Activates Register Donation Program For Hurricane Relief Efforts
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has activated a register donation program to offer customers and associates a way to assist those affected by Hurricane Sally. Customers may donate any amount by adding it to their grocery totals when checking out at Publix registers in stores throughout the company’s Jacksonville Division, which includes central and northern Florida, southern […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, West
Stater Bros. Charities, IWFC’s Virtual Walk Thanks Supporters With Prizes
The Virtual Believe Walk, presented by Stater Bros. Charities and Inland Women Fighting Cancer, is offering opportunities to win up to $3,250 in prizes through participation in a fitness challenge, contests and registration for a live, virtual kick-off event. “These contests are a fun incentive to bring our community together in a positive way to […]
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LaBonne’s Markets Plans Sept. 26 Grand Opening In Prospect, CT
LaBonne’s Markets, located at 75 Waterbury Road in Prospect, Connecticut, will hold its grand opening celebration Saturday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. The latest of four LaBonne’s Markets, all owned by Bob LaBonne Jr. and Robert LaBonne III, boasts an extensive selection of goods including humanely raised meats, fresh seafood, organic produce, store made meals […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Fareway Sets New Fundraising Record For MDA At Golf Classic
Des Moines, Iowa-based Fareway Stores recently partnered once again with the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) to host the 10th Annual Fareway MDA Golf Classic at Beaver Creek Golf Club in Grimes. The event raised a record-setting $167,000 for the MDA. Monies raised at the golf classic will fund research and provide health care services and […]
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Reser’s Invites Shoppers To Enter Giveaway For Free Groceries
With food insecurity projected to reach an all-time high due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Beaverton, Oregon-based Reser’s Fine Foods announces a ‘Free Groceries for a Year’ consumer giveaway. “Many Americans are struggling during this time and we want to help put dinner on the table,” said Teresa Carter, marketing director for deli at Reser’s. “Reser’s […]
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WEST: Food City Supermarket In Mesa Celebrates Grand Opening
A Food City grocery store in Mesa, Arizona, celebrated its grand opening with shoppers Wednesday, Sept. 2. At 6 a.m., the Food City store team at Brown Road and Mesa Drive began giving reusable shopping bags filled with groceries to the first 300 customers who checked out with their purchases. Highlights of the new Mesa […]