Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Wakefern

Wakefern Members Cingari Family Markets, Kinsley Market Named Exceptional Independents

For the second year in a row, Wakefern Food Corp. cooperative members Cingari Family Markets and Kinsley Market [ShopRite of Brodheadsville] were among those recognized in Shelby Publishing’s Exceptional Independent Grocer Awards program. Presented at the National Grocers Association (NGA) Show in Las Vegas on Feb. 24, the awards shine a light on independent grocers that […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, West

Heritage Grocers Group Appoints Garcia VP Of Marketing

Ontario, California-based Heritage Grocers Group has appointed Allison Garcia VP of marketing, where she will oversee HGG’s go-to-market strategy and report to Suzy Monford, chairman and CEO. “Allie brings a wealth of knowledge and a passion for the grocery industry to our team,” Monford said. “Her deep understanding of the industry and innovative marketing approach will […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest

Paylessfoods Team Joins G.F. Buche Grocery Family

Paylessfoods, a Mobridge, South Dakota, retail grocery operation since 1960, will become Buche Foods on Feb. 27, according to RF Buche, CEO and president of G.F. Buche Co. “We’re proud to have Paylessfoods join our seven other community grocery stores throughout South Dakota,” said Buche, a fourth-generation grocer. “The Stoick family has provided 65 years […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, National

Nugget Markets’ Moretti Wins NGA Best Bagger Championship

The National Grocers Association (NGA) awarded a $10,000 cash prize to Sebastian Moretti of Nugget Markets after he finished first in the Best Bagger Championship on Feb. 24. Sponsored by PepsiCo, the competition took place during the second day of The NGA Show at the Caesars Forum Convention Center in Las Vegas. The annual gathering […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Save A Lot

Save A Lot Finishing Store Conversion In Jersey Shore, PA

Save A Lot is preparing to open a store Feb. 27 at 701 Allegheny St. in Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania, after converting it from a previous banner. “We believe this community deserves high-quality food at a value price point that works for them while still enjoying the benefits of a locally-operated, family-run grocery store,” said Harry […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Health & Wellness, Hy-Vee, Midwest

Hy-Vee Health Exemplar Care Opens Clinic In Davenport, IA

The Health Exemplar Care clinic that Hy-Vee Inc. has opened at 4255 Elmore Ave. in Davenport, Iowa, is its fifth in the state. The clinic offers walk-in care to the general public from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Patients of all ages can be seen for a variety of non-life-threatening conditions, including flu, fever, […]