Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News, Schnucks

1939 Group Inc. Names Bell Company’s First President

Family-owned 1939 Group Inc., the newly established holding company for Festival Foods, Hometown Grocers and Schnuck Markets, has named David Bell president. In this new role, Bell will execute the vision, direct organizational strategy and oversee day-to-day operations for the company, reporting to Todd Schnuck, chairman and CEO.  Bell will maintain a dual role as […]

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Schnucks Markets Taps Fourth Generation Family Member As COO

Chairman and CEO of Schnuck Markets Todd Schnuck has announced that Ted Schnuck has been appointed Schnucks’ chief operating officer (COO), becoming the eighth family member and first of its fourth generation to have day-to-day operating responsibility for the company.  Ted Schnuck will have oversight for the company’s strategic initiatives and daily execution of business priorities, […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southeast, Whole Foods

Whole Foods Market Opens Store In Rockledge, FL

Whole Foods Market has opened a new 37,000-square-foot store at The Crossings at Viera, 2035 Viera Blvd. in Rockledge, Florida. The store’s product assortment includes more than 450 items from the Sunshine State, each meeting Whole Foods Market’s quality standards.  “I am delighted to welcome the Brevard County community to our first Whole Foods Market in […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Anniversary Issues, News, Northgate Market, West

Northgate At 45 – Focused On Family, Faith, Fresh Opportunity

When Jesús González reflects on the story of Northgate González Market, he doesn’t talk first about sales figures or square footage. He talks about family and faith. “Two things have always guided us,” he said. “From my father, we learned hard work. From my mother, we learned faith and unity. Those are still the values […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Harris Teeter, News

Harris Teeter Expands In Southeast, Plans New Stores In Key Markets

Harris Teeter is planning several additional stores across the Southeast, including expansion into new markets. “This expansion represents an exciting chapter for Harris Teeter as we extend our reach to serve more neighbors across the Southeast,” said Danna Robinson, director of corporate affairs and customer relations. “We’ve seen incredible support from our customers, and this […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Beverage News, News, Northeast, Wakefern

Wakefern Names Asarasi Winner Of 2026 Local Wellness Supplier Summit

Wakefern Food Corp. named Asarasi the winner of its 2026 Local Wellness Supplier Summit, held Nov. 3 at the New Jersey Convention & Exposition Center. After a day of presentations and product demonstrations by eight suppliers, Asarasi impressed a panel of Wakefern leaders with its organic Sparkling Tree Water and Nekter Pop Probiotic Soda, earning […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, ShopRite

ShopRite Debuts Expanded Kosher Market In Livingston, NJ

Village Super Market has debuted a expanded Kosher Market at the ShopRite in Livingston, New Jersey, on Nov. 6 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring members of the Sumas family ownership, store management and Rabbi Teichman from the Vaad of MetroWest. The store marks the beginning of a new era in kosher shopping, providing expanded variety […]