Fostering a caring and inclusive workplace has been a priority for more than three decades at Food Lion, The Shelby Report’s 2024 Southeast Retailer of the Year. Linda Johnson, SVP of human resources and communications, said Food Lion’s commitment goes beyond words, creating a culture that extends to customers, communities and their entire associate base. […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Northeast
Village Super Market CEO Stepping Down, Successors Named
Village Super Market CEO Robert Sumas has notified the board of directors of his decision to step down as CEO and interim chairman of the board effective Dec. 13. The board plans to appoint John J. Sumas as new CEO and Nicholas Sumas as president and chairman of the board of directors, effective Dec. 13. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Weis Markets
Weis Markets Includes Non-foods In Low-price Program
Weis Markets is expanding its Low, Low Price (LLP) program with the addition of 448 non-food items across eight non-food categories, including toilet tissue, plates, disposable cups/utensils, waste bags, paper towels and napkins, storage bags, wrap and containers, and facial tissue. “Helping customers save money on their groceries is our job. Our Low, Low Price program continues to offer strong, everyday savings on 10,000 […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Coborn's, Midwest
Cash Wise Foods Reopening In Jamestown, ND
Coborn’s Inc., the parent company of Cash Wise Foods, has scheduled the grand reopening of the Jamestown Cash Wise shopping campus, located at 410 10th St. SE in Jamestown, North Dakota, for Sept. 25. The grocer recently completed enhancements to the store, including a larger product selection and a focus on freshness and convenience. “We’re […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Super Markets Charities Donates $11M To Help Feed Neighbors In Need
Publix Super Markets Charities (PSMC) is donating $11 million to more than 300 local food banks and other nonprofits, including 39 Feeding America partner food banks. This donation is part of Publix Super Markets’ annual Publix Serves Week focusing on feeding neighbors in need. These funds will help support organizations, including weekend backpack programs, food […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, Southwest
At Marczyk Fine Foods, It’s ‘Not Everything, Just Everything You Need’
Sometimes the best way to understand a particular retailer is to ask the people who work there. Employees at Marczyk Fine Foods in downtown Denver had the following to say about where they work: “This is a cool, hip, local, open-minded, supportive place that values work life balance and offers amazing benefits.” The Shelby Report […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Save A Lot, Southeast
Save A Lot To Open Converted Store Sept. 18 In Martin, TN
Save A Lot will hold a grand opening Sept. 18 for a converted store at 145 Commons Drive in Martin, Tennessee. “We are excited to bring the Save A Lot banner to Martin residents,” said Nick Flippin, VP of operations for E.W. James Group. “We believe this community deserves high quality food at a value […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
The Fresh Market Expands Florida Footprint With Store In Seminole
The Fresh Market held a grand opening Sept. 13 for its new store at 7774 113th St. N in the Seminole City Center in Seminole, Florida. Spanning 24,597 square feet, the store offers a range of fresh produce, premium meats, seafood, bakery items and local Florida products. Customers can enjoy ready-to-eat meals, such as in-house […]