H-E-B has committed $5 million to support food banks across Texas and made a $1 million gift to benefit Meals on Wheels programs in the state. “At H-E-B, we are passionate about taking care of Texans,” said Winell Herron, H-E-B’s SVP of public affairs, diversity and environmental affairs. “We are proud of our longstanding partnership […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News, SpartanNash
VG’s Grocery Debuts Remodeled Store In Fenton, MI
SpartanNash, a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers’ family of companies, has completed the remodel of VG’s Grocery at 18005 Silver Parkway in Fenton, Michigan. The new-look store features a fresh, modern aesthetic that enhances the overall shopping experience while celebrating the local community. “This redesign is more than just a facelift; it’s a reflection […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix Recognized On Fortune’s Best Workplaces For Women List
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix Super Markets has been named by Fortune as one of the best workplaces for women in 2025, one of just two grocery retailers on the large companies list. “This recognition reflects the culture we have built at Publix to ensure all associates feel appreciated, supported and valued,” said Publix VP of Associate Experience […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Brookshire Grocery Co., News, Southwest
Brookshire Grocery Co. Acquires 2 LA Winn-Dixie Stores From SEG
Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) has entered into an agreement to acquire two Winn-Dixie locations from Southeastern Grocers (SEG) in Baton Rouge and St. George, Louisiana. The locations, one at 8601 Siegen Lane in St. George and another at 13002 Coursey Blvd. in Baton Rouge, will become Super 1 Foods stores following a short closing for […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, H-E-B, News, Southwest
H-E-B Celebrates New Store Grand Opening In Manor, TX
Joined by more than 750 customers on Oct. 22, H-E-B debuted its store at 13100 N FM 973 in Manor, a community east of Austin, Texas. The 101,000-square-foot store is the first H-E-B in the Central Texas city and showcases the quality products and innovative services the retailer’s customers have come to love and expect. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, News, Northeast
Charley Family Shop ’n Save’s Roots In Pittsburgh Area Run Deep
Tom Charley and Mike Charley are the fourth-generation owners of Charley Family Shop n’ Save, a three-store group in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, area. Tom Charley spoke to The Griffin Report’s Lorrie Griffith about the company’s origins – rooted in the American dream – and how the fourth generation is working to keep the business strong […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Food City, News, Southeast
Food City Debuts New Store In Chattanooga, TN
Food City held a grand opening Oct. 22 for a new 54,000-square-foot store on Highway 58 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The supermarket serves as a replacement for its predecessor, which was shuttered earlier this year to make way for its construction. “We appreciate the support the residents of Chattanooga and Hamilton County have shown our company, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Grocery Store Equipment, Independent Store News, National, News
Instacart Powers In-Store, Online Technology For Independent Grocers
A growing number of independent grocers across the U.S. are adopting Instacart enterprise technology offerings – including Caper Carts, Storefront Pro and FoodStorm – underscoring a trend of investing in technologies that deliver a unified, personalized experience in-store and online. “Independent grocers have always been passionate about the communities they serve, and now they’re leading […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Northeast Grocery Inc. Upgrades Website, Apps With Instacart Storefront Pro
Northeast Grocery Inc. has launched redesigned websites and mobile apps for its Market 32, Price Chopper and Tops Markets banners, powered by Instacart’s Storefront Pro, the company’s white-label e-commerce technology. The upgraded platforms provide a customer-friendly, personalized digital shopping experience and are designed with customers at the center. They aim to simplify navigation, making search and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, National, News
Independent Grocers Gather For 2025 NGA Executive Conference
The National Grocers Association (NGA) kicked off its 2025 Executive Conference and Public Policy Summit on Oct. 20 in Washington, D.C., bringing together independent grocers and industry leaders from across the country to examine trends, gain insights and network. This year’s conference kicked off with the association’s volunteer leaders holding a series of committee and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Meijer, Midwest, News
Meijer Team Gives Campaign Donates $3M To Nonprofits
Meijer has completed its fifth annual Meijer Team Gives campaign, with employees choosing more than 500 local organizations across the Midwest to support. Since the inception of Meijer Team Gives in 2021, each Meijer store, distribution facility and supply chain location has had the opportunity each year to donate $10,000 to a nonprofit or $5,000 […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News, SpartanNash
Family Fare Debuts Remodeled Store In Coopersville, MI
SpartanNash, a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocer’s (C&S) family of companies, recently celebrated the grand reopening of its remodeled Family Fare at 1181 W. Randall St. in Coopersville, Michigan. “We’re thrilled to debut this updated Family Fare in conjunction with Coopersville High School’s senior night,” said Jay Mahabir, VP of retail operations, SpartanNash. “The […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Festival Foods, Midwest, News, Schnucks
Schnucks, Festival Foods, Hometown Grocers Form 1939 Inc.
Todd Schnuck, chairman and CEO of St. Louis-based 1939 Group Inc., has closed the purchase of Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers, bringing the family of companies’ footprint to 164 stores. In Wisconsin, Festival Foods operates 42 stores and Hometown Grocers operates nine under the following banners: Dave’s County Market, Denny’s Supervalu, Don’s Quality Market, Lake […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, Wakefern
Wakefern Highlights Growth At Annual Shareholders’ Meeting
Wakefern Food Corp. is leveraging technology, new growth opportunities and the power of its family-owned member companies to ensure success for generations to come. That’s the message leadership delivered during the cooperative’s annual shareholders’ meeting Oct. 16 at the Hilton in Parsippany, New Jersey. Wakefern reported retail sales of $20.7 billion for the 52-week fiscal […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, News, Southeast
Swamp Rabbit Café & Grocery Fulfills Co-Owners’ Food Dreams
Bringing like-minded people together has resulted in at least eight marriages and some lasting friend groups, according to Mary Walsh, co-owner of Swamp Rabbit Café & Grocery in Greenville, South Carolina. Walsh, who opened the store in fall 2011 with co-owner Jacqueline “Jac” Oliver, said, “When you build a place where people will interact with […]
Posted inNews, Independent Store News, West
Cardenas Markets Raises Over $1M For Student Scholarships At Annual Golf Tournament
Cardenas Markets held the 21st annual Cardenas Markets Foundation Golf Tournament on Sept. 16 at Pelican Hill Golf Club in Newport Beach, California, raising more than $900,000 to support scholarships for students in communities the grocer and Los Altos Ranch Markets serve. Cardenas Markets and Los Altos Ranch Markets are banners of Heritage Grocers Group, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, National, News, Save A Lot
Save A Lot Donates $30K To Meals On Wheels America
Save A Lot has shared results of its first donation campaign with Meals on Wheels America, held in honor of National Grandparents Day. Over the two-week campaign, shoppers across 130 Save A Lot stores donated $14,916 to support local Meals on Wheels providers that deliver services to seniors experiencing hunger and isolation. Save A Lot […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Lowes Foods, Southeast
Lowes Foods Opens New Store In Indian Land, SC
Lowes Foods opened a new store Oct. 9 at 2230 Daisy Lane in Indian Land, South Carolina. The opening comes on the heels of the company’s announcement that it will renovate a Kj’s Market in Lyman, South Carolina, into a full-service Lowes Foods. Lowes Foods also is expanding in the South Carolina Low Country and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Brookshire Grocery Co., News, Southwest
BGC To Add Two FRESH By Reasor’s Stores In OK
Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) has entered into an agreement to acquire Uptown Grocery’s locations in The Village and Edmond, Oklahoma, which will become FRESH by Reasor’s stores following a short closure for conversion. “We are thrilled to have this opportunity to introduce our FRESH store with our exceptional service to The Village and Edmond communities,” […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Vallarta Supermarkets, West
Vallarta Supermarkets Expands Beyond CA With First AZ Store
The store Vallarta Supermarkets will open in January at 5836 W. Camelback Road in Glendale, Arizona, will be its first outside of California. The opening represents a milestone for the family-owned grocer, as well as a significant addition to the city’s retail landscape, meeting a demand for authentic Latino food and immersive shopping experiences. “This […]