Springdale, Arkansas-based Harps Food Stores has announced the July 1 death of its former Chairman and CEO Roger Collins. He began his career at Harps in December 1986, serving as VP of finance. From his initial role, Collins quickly became an integral part of shaping the future of Harps Food Stores. Under his guidance, the […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Dairy News, Meijer, Midwest
Meijer Doubles Milk Discount For SNAP Participants
Meijer is doubling the milk discount it offers SNAP-eligible participants, upping it to 40 percent off any brand or size of 1 percent or fat free milk, in its ongoing effort to increase access to healthy foods and beverages. Since the original discount was implemented in December, thanks to the retailer’s interest in USDA grant […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Meijer, Midwest, The Kroger Co.
Meijer Celebrates 90th Anniversary As Family-Owned Retailer
Meijer is celebrating its 90th anniversary with more than 500 supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, express locations and distribution and manufacturing facilities throughout six Midwest states operated by more than 70,000 employees. “We have built an incredible team here at Meijer that is accomplishing great things and enjoys working together, and they are the reason […]
Posted inH-E-B, Corporate Store News, Independent Store News, Market Profile, Southwest
H-E-B Still King, But New Grocers Spicing Up Region’s Landscape
Spanning nearly 38,000 miles, some 2.4 million people live in South Texas. While San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Laredo and Brownsville are among the largest cities, most of the towns located within this expansive region are much smaller. Grocery powerhouse H-E-B dominates the region, with a nearly 50 percent market share, according to Shelby Report data. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Balls Foods, Midwest
Balls Food Stores Transfers Ownership To Employees
Balls Food Stores will transfer ownership of its 25 grocery stores to the company’s employees, building on its founder’s legacy of creating a teammate-centric culture. The decision to form an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) coincides with the Kansas City-based grocer’s 100th anniversary. “My grandfather and father taught me that if you take care of […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Breaks Ground On Store In Rockwall, TX
H-E-B has begun construction on a 131,000-square-foot store in Rockwall, Texas, a city northeast of Dallas. It is expected to open in late 2025. The store will have expansive selections in grocery and general merchandise departments, such as produce, meat market, dairy, frozen foods, baby and seasonal. It also will offer customers handmade sushi options […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, West
Jack’s Country Store Honored By WFIA For Community Service
Jack’s Country Store’s roots in Ocean Park, Washington, date back to 1885, when the area was still known as the Washington Territory. Founded by John Morehead, Jack’s is believed to be the oldest continuing retail business in the state. Over the years, leadership and location changed (the store burned down in 1937 and was relocated, […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Continues DFW Expansion With Opening In Mansfield, TX
The 128,000-square-foot store that San Antonio-based H-E-B has opened at 1670 E Broad St. in Mansfield, Texas, is its sixth in the DFW Metroplex, joining sites in Allen, Alliance, Frisco, McKinney and Plano. Filled with amenities and innovations, the Mansfield store has distinctive features such as a True Texas BBQ restaurant and H-E-B pharmacy, both of […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Independent Store News, National, The Kroger Co.
Report: Majority Of Consumers Plan To Celebrate Fourth Of July
Numerator has released data on Fourth of July 2024, sourced from verified purchase figures and a sentiment survey of more than 5,500 consumers on their holiday intentions this year and if they intend to shop at a grocery retailer. Overall, 73 percent of consumers plan to celebrate the Fourth of July, with white consumers, those […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Health & Wellness, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Pharmacy Offers Customers Virtual Care Services
Publix Pharmacy customers have access to a virtual care service powered by WellSync. By filling out an online health questionnaire, customers can seek medical care from a licensed provider with no appointment needed and from the comfort of their home. “Publix Pharmacy continues to remove barriers so our customers can receive convenient health care services,” […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, Northeast
Sunshine Brings Out Customers For Pump & Pantry, Wings Market
Sam Adams, owner of the Pump & Pantry and Wings Market in Vermont, attributes his ability to stay in business for more than 25 years to being adaptable and finding unique ways to grow. Through store expansions and increasing assortments, the changes Adams made to his stores over the years has meant the difference between […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Amazon Fresh, Market Profile, West, Whole Foods
Hammer & Wikan Celebrates ‘Simpler Life’ In Alaska’s Petersburg
Independent grocers across the U.S. face many challenges, but additional obstacles face those operating in Alaska. Hammer & Wikan is an independent grocer in Petersburg, Alaska, which is located on Mitkof Island in the southeastern part of the state. Hammer & Wikan was founded in 1921 by John Hammer and Andrew Wikan, two Norwegian immigrants. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
ShopRite LPGA Classic Donates $1.5M To Local Charities
The ShopRite LPGA Classic presented by Acer donated nearly $1.5 million to local organizations at its annual luncheon on June 7. Held alongside the golf tournament, the luncheon recognizes “community champions” working to address hunger, support families and advance medical research. “Our annual luncheon is a cherished tradition within the LPGA, and each year we […]
Posted inFestival Foods, Independent Store News, Midwest
Festival Foods Partners On Customer-Service Based Certificate Program
Festival Foods has partnered with University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Kohler Co. and Prevea Health to introduce a certificate program aimed at enhancing customer experience and fostering relationships between companies and the people they serve. Customers are becoming more interested in making personal connections with businesses with which they engage, highlighting the continued importance of customer […]
Posted inFestival Foods, Independent Store News, Midwest
Festival Foods Adding Two Stores In Wisconsin
Skogen’s Festival Foods has plans to open two new Wisconsin stores later this year – on Sept. 20 at 800 E. Maes Ave., Kimberly, and Nov. 8 at 1616 Crest View Drive, Hudson. “It’s an honor to join the Hudson community and also to continue serving our Fox Valley guests with a new store in Kimberly,” […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Heritage Grocers Group Expands Lotería Scratcher Sweepstakes
Heritage Grocers Group is bringing back its popular “Lotería Scratcher Sweepstakes” program. This year, the sweepstakes is expanding to include the El Rancho Supermercado, Tony’s Fresh Market and Los Altos Ranch Market banners. The program will run through Aug. 19, offering customers a chance to win a share of $1.5 million in prizes. Colloquially also […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Food City, Southeast
Food City Breaks Ground On Supermarket In Chattanooga, TN
Food City officials broke ground June 6 on a new supermarket on Lee Highway in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The 56,000-square-foot retail supermarket, which will create 50-75 new area jobs, is expected to open early next year and will serve as a replacement for its current location. “We appreciate the support the residents of Chattanooga and Hamilton […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Knowlan’s Super Markets Shares Leadership Promotions
Knowlan’s Super Markets, which operates Festival Foods of Minnesota and Knowlan’s Fresh Foods, has shared several promotions within the leadership team. “This news is shared today with excitement and anticipation for the future of our company,” said Lauri Youngquist, CEO of Knowlan’s Super Markets Inc. “Our company started in 1905, and today holds an important […]
Posted inHy-Vee, Independent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee Awards $50K In Grants During Business Summit
Hy-Vee Inc. awarded $50,000 to minority- and women-owned businesses during the Hy-Vee OpportUNITY Inclusive Business Summit at the Sioux Falls Convention Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. During the pitch competition, 15 companies from across the Midwest presented to a panel of judges and more than 150 event attendees. The competition included celebrity judge Paul Wahlberg, executive […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Food City, Southeast
Food City Preps For Opening Day In Pulaski, VA
The new supermarket that Food City is opening today on East Main Street in Pulaski, Virginia, replaces the grocery’s previous location in the city. “We have served the residents of Pulaski and the surrounding county for the past 24 years, and we’re excited to provide our valued customers with a new state-of-the-art Food City to […]