Posted inIndependent Store News, Dierberg’s, Midwest

Dierbergs Markets Expands Delivery Options With Uber Eats

Missouri-based Dierbergs Markets has begun a new partnership with Uber Eats, further expanding its delivery options. The collaboration makes Dierbergs’ groceries, pantry staples and ready-to-eat meals available through the Uber Eats platform. In addition to partnerships with DoorDash and Shipt, customers can browse a wide selection of Dierbergs’ offerings through the Uber Eats app or […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets

Tops Launches Annual Check Out Hunger Campaign

Tops Friendly Markets has launched its annual Check Out Hunger campaign, taking place in all stores through Feb. 8. Since its inception in 2004, the effort has raised nearly $6.5 million for participating food banks, making an impact in the fight against food insecurity. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, among households with children, 17.9 percent […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, H-E-B, Southwest

H-E-B Donates $1M, Sends Supplies For California Wildfire Relief

As wildfires continue to spread throughout the greater Los Angeles area, H‑E‑B has mobilized to provide aid that will support residents and nonprofits responding in impacted communities, including a donation of $1 million and truckloads of supplies. Since the fires began, H-E-B has sought ways to help with critical outreach. From Jan. 13-17, H-E-B sent […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, West

At Hawaii-Based KTA, ‘We Are What We Are Because Of Our Community’

Toby Taniguchi is the yonsei of his family’s company on the Big Island of Hawai’i. That is, he is the fourth generation to lead the business, Puna Plantation Hawaii Ltd., based in Hilo. The company comprises businesses including six KTA Super Stores, KTA Express, five KTA Pharmacy locations and K. Takata Store, which Puna Plantation […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, International Foods, West

Island Pacific Supermarkets Holds Volunteer Campaign For Wildfire Relief

Island Pacific Supermarket recently completed a community-driven campaign, with volunteers joining efforts to assemble care packs and distribute food and beverages to wildfire-affected areas of Los Angeles. To continue its efforts, Island Pacific is extending its free meals for first responders program until Jan. 20. Relief goods were delivered to the L.A. Regional Food Bank in City of […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Hy-Vee, Midwest

Hy-Vee Reaches 100M Meals Goal For Feeding America

Hy-Vee has achieved its goal of helping to provide 100 million meals to Feeding America and 19 partner food banks serving those experiencing hunger across the Midwest. Hy-Vee surpassed this milestone after a 20-month campaign that included customer donations as well as supplier donations of food and funds.   “Our customers and employees have been tremendous […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Southwest

Berkley’s Market Opens New Location In Dallas

Berkley’s Market has opened a new location at 2822 McKinney Ave. in the State Thomas neighborhood of Dallas. The 4,100-square-foot Uptown location includes indoor seating and an outdoor patio as a community space for customers to have morning coffee or lunch and visit with friends. “We’re all about creating a neighborhood hub where convenience meets […]