Tops Friendly Markets has raised more than $407,000 in its annual campaign for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Customers supported the Tops Children’s Miracle Network campaign by buying a $1 CMN Miracle Balloon or rounding up their change at participating stores. Proceeds from the campaign benefited local women and children’s hospitals. With the support of shoppers […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Hy-Vee, Market Profile, Midwest
Hy-Vee Continues To Grow Business Units Across Operating Area
Home state grocer Hy-Vee has been making news with its proposed growth into the southern U.S. But it’s also growing in the Midwest. The West Des Moines-based company, which has 550 “business units” – primarily retail stores – in its operating area, recently grew to nine states with the biggest acquisition in company history. Its […]
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Schnucks, St. Louis CITY SC Begin Food Drive For Operation Food Search
St. Louis CITY SC and Schnuck Markets Inc. once again are joining forces to fight hunger in the St. Louis region by hosting a food drive. The organizations will hold a weeklong CITY x Schnucks Food Drive, from Aug. 18-25, benefiting Operation Food Search and held exclusively at Schnucks locations throughout the St. Louis metropolitan […]
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Grocery Industry Responds To Proposed Price Gouging Ban
According to news reports, VP Kamala Harris shared the economic agenda for her presidential campaign on Aug. 16, proposing a federal ban on corporate price gouging on groceries. Industry leaders are sharing their thoughts regarding her plan, which includes new penalties for companies that exploit crises and support for smaller food businesses “that are trying […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
T&T Supermarkets Continues U.S. Expansion With First California Store
T&T Supermarket Inc. has shared its plans to open its first California store at the Westgate Center in San Jose, set to open fall 2025. With two stores in the works in Washington, this marks T&T’s third store announcement in the U.S. T&T operates more than 33 stores across Canada. It is a full service grocer known for its vast […]
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Schnucks’ Diverse-Owned Business Accelerator Selects First Class
Schnuck Markets has announced the first class of diverse-owned companies selected for its Schnucks Springboard business accelerator program. The initiative aims to foster growth and success among diverse-owned entrepreneurs by providing comprehensive support, including education, resources and access to the Schnucks customer base. Ten companies have been chosen to participate in the program, which offers […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Quest For Texas Best Crowns Winners
The four winners of the recent H-E-B Quest for Texas Best competition will receive a combined $70,000 in prize money and the chance to have their products reach H-E-B store shelves. “A big, Texas-sized congratulations to each of this year’s winners and our finalists – small businesses that keep our communities vibrant and drive innovation […]
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Schnucks Completes Eatwell Market Rebranding In Columbia, MO
Schnucks Markets Inc. has completed the rebranding of its former Eatwell Market store at 111 South Providence Road in Columbia, Missouri. Customers will notice updates that include expanded product offerings throughout the store, as well as new decor and signing. The store remains open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. daily. The grocer will hold a “grand opening” celebration from […]