Heritage Grocers Group has promoted Eric Stover to president and Prabash Coswatte to COO, reporting to CEO Doug Sanders. “The promotions of Eric and Prabash further aligns and unifies the organizational structure of Heritage Grocers Group,” Sanders said. “They are exceptional leaders whose extensive experience and expertise will be instrumental in executing our growth strategy, […]
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Posted inDollar General, Corporate Store News, West
Dollar General Opens First Store In Montana, Its 48th State
The first of three stores Dollar General plans to open this fall in Montana – the company’s 48th state – debuted Sept. 30 in Columbia Falls. Locations in Lincoln and Sanders Counties are under construction, with the company saying it plans to evaluate additional areas of the state for future sites. A customer celebration at […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Retail Business Services Holds Fall Day Of Service
Retail Business Services held its annual Fall Day of Service on Sept. 29, with hundreds of employees across its seven campuses taking part in a food-focused volunteer effort that supported 18 local hunger-relief organizations. In addition to the more than 750 volunteer hours, Retail Business Services donated more than $35,000 in cash and resources to […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, Southeast
Rouses Markets Celebrates History, Heritage With New Houma Store
Rouses Market shoppers in Houma, Louisiana, have a new location to “go make groceries.” The 60,000-square-foot store, located at 2233 Martin Luther King Blvd., replaced the company’s “superstore,” which was built in 1989. It also is the fourth market at or near the site of the first store, Ciro’s, opened in 1960 by Anthony Rouse […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
ShopRite Raises Funds For Hunger Action Month
ShopRite and its foundation, ShopRite Partners In Caring, held a fundraising campaign in September in recognition of National Hunger Action Month. The effort is designed to raise awareness around the issue of food insecurity and inspire action within local communities throughout the entire year. Approximately 200 ShopRite stores in Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, […]
Posted inC-Store News, Midwest
Wawa Shares Plans For First 60 Stores In Ohio, Indiana
Wawa has shared its plans to open about 60 locations each in Ohio and Indiana over the next eight to 10 years. The news was announced during its Community Partnership Day Tour held Sept. 26-28, where the c-store chain also detailed its expansion into neighboring Kentucky. Wawa has more than 16 sites under contract across […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Superior Grocers Tees Up Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Superior Grocers held its annual foundation golf tournament Sept. 23 at the JW Marriott in Palm Desert, California, marking a milestone with $3.5 million in donations since its inception in 1998. The Superior Foundation, alongside its vendor partners, raised more than $400,000 during this year’s tournament. The funds will help support vital initiatives in education, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Southeast
Save A Lot Celebrates Store Remodels In South Carolina
Save A Lot recently completed store remodels at two South Carolina locations – 917 E. Main St. in Laurens and 410 E N Duncan Bypass in Union. Beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Oct. 4, Dwyane Goodwin, store owner and operator in Laurens, along with the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce, will hold a ribbon cutting […]
Posted inCoborn's, Independent Store News, Midwest
Coborn’s To Reopen Tadych’s Marketplace In Marquette, MI
Coborn’s Inc. will hold a grand reopening Oct. 5 for Tadych’s Marketplace that recently underwent a significant renovation in Marquette, Michigan. Located at 1401 O’Dovero Drive, the store now features a larger product selection and new look that includes updated flooring, decor and bathrooms. Energy-efficient lighting has been installed and the front end was upgraded […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Rolls Out Fall-Inspired ‘Own Brand’ Products
Southeastern Grocers Inc. has introduced fall-themed Own Brand products into premium ice cream flavors and fresh bakery items. The limited-edition items include a Prestige Pumpkin Spice Latte ice cream and a Prestige Sack ‘Em Sundae ice cream. “We’ve put a lot of thought and effort into the creation of these items to ensure they capture […]
Posted inC-Store News, Amazon Fresh, Southeast, Whole Foods
Wawa Announces Expansion Into Kentucky
During a two-stop Community Partnership Day visit to Kentucky on Sept. 26, Wawa announced its plans to open about 40 stores across the commonwealth over the next eight to 10 years, with the first groundbreakings set for mid-2024. To date, Wawa has more than 15 sites under contract across Boone, Bullitt, Fayette, Hardin, Jefferson, Jessamine, […]
Posted inExecutive News, Corporate Store News, Smart & Final, West
Smart & Final President Scott Drew Announces Retirement
Chedraui USA, the fourth largest grocery retailer in California and parent company of El Super, Smart & Final and Fiesta Mart stores, has announced that Smart & Final President Scott Drew will retire, effective Sept. 29. Drew began his career in the industry more than four decades ago as a grocery clerk. He joined Smart […]
Posted inHarps Food Stores, Festival Foods, Independent Store News, Online Grocery Technology, Southwest
Harps Food Stores Optimize Operations With Upshop
Harps Food Stores has partnered with Upshop, a provider of inventory and replenishment optimization solutions, to improve its operational efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction. The Springdale, Arkansas-based grocer chose Upshop’s Magic product to address challenges such as monitoring and managing store conditions, generating orders and ensuring product availability. Upshop’s Magic offers a suite of capabilities, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, International Foods, West
Cardenas Markets Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Cardenas Markets is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month through several promotional marketing programs. Through Oct. 15, the Ontario, California-based company will celebrate with an online sweepstakes, share recipes for authentic Hispanic meals and highlight influential Hispanic figures. “Food plays such a significant role in fostering togetherness, expressing cultural identity and celebrating traditions that have been passed […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, Southeast
Foothills IGA’s Former Owners Receive ‘Spirit of IGA’ Award
The Independent Grocers Alliance has honored Jeff and Sandy Downing, former owners of Foothills IGA in Marble Hill, Georgia, with the “Spirit of IGA” Award in recognition of their store’s customer service, high-quality food and community engagement over the past 21 years. The award also recognizes the contributions of the Downings, who are enjoying retirement […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
New Seasons Market Opening Oct. 18 In Vancouver, WA
New Seasons Market will hold a grand opening Oct. 18 for a store that will serve as one of the primary full-service grocers amid a community of local businesses in Vancouver, Washington. “Our team has worked tirelessly to create a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that embodies our commitment to local, quality and sustainability,” said Michael Butterfield, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Dairy News, Northeast
Hannaford Joins Northeast Organic Family Farm Partnership
Hannaford Supermarkets has become the first supermarket to join a major effort to support organic dairy farms facing challenges in New England and New York. The Northeast Organic Family Farm Partnership came together in 2021 when cancellations of major supply contracts, impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic and other economic factors created pressure on organic dairy […]
Posted inGuest Contributors, Association News, Independent Store News, National
Retailer Perspective On The Economic Outlook For Independent Grocers
Record inflation has been putting pressure on independent grocers as well as their customers, stretching folks’ spending power and retailers’ ability to deliver value. There are signs that things are easing up, but is anyone feeling it yet? The National Grocers Association hosted a recent webinar exploring current economic conditions driving the marketplace, what independent […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Southwest, Supply Chain News
Spoke Facility Boosts Kroger Delivery In Northern Colorado
The Kroger Co. has opened a 57,000-square-foot spoke facility in Johnstown, Colorado, that will work in conjunction with its fulfillment center in the nearby Denver suburb of Aurora. “We look forward to connecting more customers in Northern Colorado to Kroger Delivery, which brings the freshest products including Our Brands, directly to customers’ doors,” said Rebekah […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Rastelli Market Fresh Uses LOC Software For Operational Needs
Sponsored content The start of any great story when it comes to independent grocers, is the family and their values. When we take a look at Rastelli Market Fresh locations in Marlton and Deptford, New Jersey, this story is no different. The Rastelli family values are “Responsibility, Partnership, Trust and Quality.” It is clear that […]