The Kroger Co. has broken ground on a Kroger Marketplace store in Plano, Texas, that will replace the location across the street at 9700 Coit Road. The nearly 124,000 square-foot store, which will be about 55,000 square feet larger than the present site, is scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2024. It is […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, West
The Save Mart Companies Raise $71K For Hawaiian Wildfire Relief
Modesto, California-based The Save Mart Companies has raised more than $71,000 via an in-store Hawai’i Wildfires Relief fundraiser. In addition to donations made by shoppers and store employees, the grocer and The Save Mart Companies’ CARES Foundation contributed $10,000. All of the funds will go to the Hawai’i Community Foundation’s Maui Strong Fund. “The Save […]
Posted inHy-Vee, Independent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee To Host Quarterly Local Brands Summit In November
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee will host its next quarterly Best of Local Brands Summit in November to expand product offerings at its more than 285 retail stores in Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Since the Best of Local Brands summits began in 2021, more than 125 new brands have been selected […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Diverse Businesses Receive $50K At Hy-Vee Summit
Hy-Vee Inc. awarded $50,000 to minority- and women-owned businesses during its recent OpportUNITY Inclusive Business Summit at The University Club in Moline, Illinois. During the pitch competition component, 14 companies from across the Midwest presented to a panel of judges and more than 200 attendees. The company leaders were able to demonstrate their products or […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Aims To Increase Shelf Space For Local Products
The Kroger Co. has announced it will increase the number of local products in-store by 10 percent following its proposed merger with Albertsons Cos. According to the Cincinnati-based grocery giant, that amounts to at least 30 new local products in each store. “Local farmers, bakers and producers are important parts of our ‘Fresh for Everyone’ […]
Posted inC-Store News, Midwest
Sheetz’s 700th Store Opens In Columbus, OH
The recently opened Sheetz store in Columbus, Ohio, is the Mid-Atlantic restaurant and convenience chain’s 700th location. Altoona, Pennsylvania-based Sheetz held a grand store opening ceremony Sept. 12 that included a tractor trailer filled with food donations for the local Columbus community and major giveaways, such as “Free Sheetz for a Year.” “As a family, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Southeast
FreshTake Grocery Concept Readying In Augusta, GA
FreshTake, a new grocery store concept that blends convenience, dining and recreation, is set to open next summer in the former 42,000-square-foot Whole Foods location at Interstate 20 and Washington Road in Augusta, Georgia. Spearheaded by the owner Jackson Mitchell, CEO of Jackson Mitchell Holdings, which operates five Little Giant Farmers Market sites in the […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, International Foods, Midwest
Meijer Highlights Products, Businesses For Hispanic Heritage Month
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer is highlighting a collection of grocery brands, home goods, assorted gifts and clothing to promote Hispanic-owned businesses and celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of their communities. Through Oct. 15, Meijer shoppers can learn more about and purchase a variety of featured grocery and general […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
The Fresh Market Opens Store In Port St. Lucie, FL
The Fresh Market Inc. opened a 23,424-square-foot store Sept. 13 at 10272 SW Meeting St. in Port St. Lucie, Florida, marking the first store for the specialty food retailer in the city and its 47th in the state. To celebrate the grand opening, the retailer welcomed customers with a “bread breaking” ceremony, vendor sampling, specialty […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers’ Grant Program To Fund Schools, Nonprofits
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc., together with the SEG Gives Foundation, is promoting education opportunities for students, schools and supporting organizations throughout the communities it serves. In support of early literacy, the Winn-Dixie Gives and Harveys Supermarket Gives Foundations have partnered with the Library Foundation of Jacksonville to provide a $50,000 grant to refresh its […]
Posted inGiant Food, Corporate Store News, Health & Wellness, Northeast, Online Grocery Technology
Giant Food Expands Flexible Rewards Loyalty Program
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food is expanding its Giant Flexible Rewards loyalty program to offer rewards in the pharmacy department. Flexible Rewards members will earn points through eligible pharmacy transactions, including prescriptions and immunizations. The update makes Giant the first grocery retailer in the region to offer this level of digital rewards for pharmacy transactions. “We are very […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Stater Bros. To Open New Supermarket In Chino, CA
Stater Bros. Markets will hold a grand opening of a 46,109-square-foot store Sept. 20 at 8373 Pine Ave. in Chino, California. The Chino location will be at the corner of Pine Avenue and Main Street, and anchor Town Center at the Preserve, developed by Lewis Retail Centers. The store’s normal hours of business will be […]
Posted inHarps Food Stores, Executive News, Independent Store News, Midwest
Harps Food Stores Promotes Breshears, Lee
Springdale, Arkansas-based Harps Food Stores Inc. has promoted two executives, Dakota Breshears and Travis Lee, to new positions. Breshears has been promoted to VP of meat and seafood. Breshears’ journey with Harps began in 2004, when he joined the team in Springdale. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree in biology, he joined the Harps’ manager […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
The Fresh Market Fundraiser Supports Hunger Action Month
Greensboro, North Carolina-based The Fresh Market Inc. has continued its partnership with Feeding America for a fundraiser event during Hunger Action Month. Throughout September, customers will have the opportunity to round up their total at the register to the nearest dollar or make a donation, with all proceeds being donated to Feeding America. One dollar […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
400th Sprouts’ Store Debuts In Haddon Township, NJ
As part of its five-year plan that aims to expand 10 percent year over year, Sprouts Farmers Market opened its 400th store Sept. 8 at 640 W. Cuthbert Blvd. in Haddon Township, New Jersey. The Sprouts’ Haddon Township store marks the 23rd store opening for Sprouts this year. Each location adheres to a specific design […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Relocated Whole Foods Market Opens Oct. 4 In Springfield, VA
Whole Foods Market is relocating its store in Springfield, Virginia, from 8402 Old Keene Mill Road to 6426 Springfield Plaza. The new 49,499-square-foot store will open Oct. 4, replacing the previous site, which is more than 25 years old. Designed with cool tones and an open atmosphere, the new location is double the size of […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Opens Largest E-Commerce Facility In Katy, TX
H-E-B has opened a new e-commerce fulfillment center at 2102 Elrod Road in Katy, Texas, a project that expands the retailer’s technologies that drive omnichannel growth and provide a better shopping experience. At more than 100,000 square feet, it is the largest e-commerce fulfillment center for the company, coming in at twice the size of […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Albertsons, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Corporate Store News, National
C&S To Purchase 413 Stores From Kroger, Albertsons Proposed Merger
C&S Wholesale Grocers has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase 413 stores, eight distribution centers and two offices that have become available in connection with the proposed merger of The Kroger Co. and Albertsons Companies Inc. Subject to fulfillment of customary closing conditions, including FTC and other governmental clearance, and the completion of the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Health & Wellness, Midwest
Hy-Vee Marks Family Meals, Hispanic Heritage Months
Hy-Vee is partnering with FMI – The Food Industry Association to celebrate National Family Meals Month in September with a focus on nutrition and building family relationships. In addition, the company is observing Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs Sept. 15-Oct. 15. Throughout the month, Hy-Vee will recognize both occasions by providing tools and resources to […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Northeast
ARS Executive Appointments Support Store Growth
Iselin, New Jersey-based Allegiance Retail Services (ARS), a retailer-owned grocery co-op, has appointed Michael Conese as VP of perishable merchandising, effective Sept. 11. In this role, Conese will oversee and direct all fresh department activities supporting the cooperative, including meat, produce, deli, seafood, bakery and meal solutions. He will report to Samer Rahman, chief merchandising […]