First 100 customers receive free mystery Food Lion gift card; other giveaways planned Food Lion will open its new grocery store and adjacent liquor store at 77 S. Highway 57 in Little River, South Carolina, on May 3. Following a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 7:45 a.m., the store will open to the public at 8 a.m. […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Big Y Makes New Appointments Across Massachusetts, Connecticut
The management of Springfield, Massachusetts-based Big Y Foods has announced several new appointments in its Massachusetts and Connecticut locations. In Massachusetts: Jonathan Leombruno of Abington – deli, kitchen and bakery merchandiser trainer, Springfield, Store Support Center; Ross M. Corcoran of Belchertown, inventory control manager, Springfield, Fresh and Local Distribution Center; Steven A. Fernandes of Belchertown, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Tops Markets renovates Northville, NY store
Ribbon cutting set May 3 Tops Friendly Markets is celebrating the grand re-opening of its 201 Main St. location in Northville, New York. This store is centrally located in the heart of the historic Northville district, which is also home to Great Sacandaga Lake & Park, Ponderosa Pines Camp Grounds, Waterfront Park and Northville-Placid Trail. […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
Walmart Health Plans Four Locations In Oklahoma
Families in Oklahoma will have additional access to healthcare with the opening of four new Walmart Health centers in the Oklahoma City area. The openings mark Walmart Health’s expansion into the state – the third new state it is entering in 2024 – in addition to Missouri and Arizona, as well as deepening its presence […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Gives $225K For Children’s Hospitals
Southeastern Grocers Inc. has donated $225,000 to nine Southeast children’s hospitals ahead of National Cancer Research Month. The funds raised in support of the facilities’ specialized care and emergency services was made possible due to customers and employees who donated $1, $5 or rounded up their total grocery bill while shopping. All donations made during […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Weis Markets Shares 2023 Growth Plan At Annual Meeting
Weis Markets Chairman, President and CEO Jonathan H. Weis updated shareholders April 27 on the company’s plans to invest more than $160 million in its growth in 2023. At the company’s annual shareholder meeting in Sunbury, Pennsylvania, Weis said the company continues to make record investments in new stores, remodels, fuel centers, information technology upgrades and thousands of smaller store […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer Donates Additional $1M To Simply Give Food Pantries
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer has donated an extra $1 million to food pantries that participate in the retailer’s Simply Give hunger relief program. Overall, the retailer’s program has generated more than $80 million for food pantry partners since its 2008 inception. “One in eight Americans face food insecurity nationwide. That is a troubling statistic that reinforces why we’re so committed to addressing […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Hannaford Supermarkets Gives $250K To Education Program
Hannaford Supermarkets has announced a $250,000 donation to support regenerative, sustainable and eco-friendly farming operations and hands-on education at The Ecology School at River Bend Farm in Saco, Maine. The donation from Hannaford will provide funding to enhance The Ecology School’s AgroEcology for Resilient Communities Project, an education program that creates a climate-positive future through […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Cardenas Markets Celebrates Día Del Niño With Donation, Cookies
In honor and celebration of Día del Niño on April 30, the Ontario, California-based Cardenas Markets Foundation is donating $20,000 to organizations that advance and support children’s well-being initiatives. “Día del Niño or Children’s Day is about recognizing and celebrating children,” said Adam Salgado, president of the Cardenas Markets Foundation and CMO for Cardenas Markets. “For the […]
Posted inC-Store News, Southwest
Yesway Debuts New Allsup’s Concept Store At Texas Motor Speedway
New store brings Allsup’s favorites to NASCAR, IndyCar fans trackside Yesway opened an Allsup’s location April 1 at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth, Texas, in time for the spring and summer racing season. Yesway and TMS recently reached a multi-year agreement naming Allsup’s as the new official convenience store of Texas Motor Speedway. The store […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
Sam’s Club Debuts MAP Partners Club
New partners include CommerceIQ, Flywheel, Pacvue, Skai, Stackline Bentonville, Arkansas-based Sam’s Club, a division of Walmart Inc. and a membership warehouse club, has launched its new partner program for Sam’s Club Member Access Platform. MAP Partners Club connects advertisers with a certified network of agencies and technology providers to maximize campaign performance. MAP Partners Club […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Flashfood, The Giant Co. Save 6M Pounds Of Food From Reaching Landfills
Milestone achieved in less than two years In honor of Stop Food Waste Day, Flashfood and The Giant Company announced a major milestone in their sustainability and food waste reduction efforts. Since first partnering with Flashfood, a digital marketplace that connects consumers to heavily discounted food nearing its best-by date, in May 2020, The Giant Company […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Highlights Social Responsibility Initiatives
Purpose-led efforts center around connecting families for better future Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based The Giant Company has released its second annual Community Impact Report, highlighting its 2022 corporate social responsibility initiatives centered around its purpose of connecting families for a better future. “For nearly 100 years, The Giant Company has been dedicated to making a difference in the lives of […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest
Yellow Banana Finalizes Closing To Invest In Six Save A Lot Stores
Yellow Banana, the owner and operator of eight Save A Lot locations in the Chicagoland area, has announced the closing March 31 of a $26.5 million investment into six stores on the South and West sides of Chicago. This transaction marks the next step in Yellow Banana’s commitment to underserved communities throughout Chicago. The investment […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
Walmart Introduces Subscription Giveaway For Mother’s Day
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart is giving away up to 20,000 free, one-year Walmart+ memberships to new moms as part of its new “Mother of All Savings Memberships” campaign. This campaign showcases how Walmart+ is the” ultimate mom hack,” by saving families time and money. The memberships, valued at $98 each, will be distributed to moms who […]
Posted inHarps Food Stores, Independent Store News, Southwest
Harps Plans Grand Opening Of Newly Remodeled Morrilton Store
Harps Food Stores Inc. will host the grand opening of its newly remodeled store at 10 a.m. May 17 at 1626 E. Harding St. in Morrilton, Arkansas. The store, formerly Kroger, has undergone an extensive renovation that has updated its interior. This remodel was a significant investment in the store’s future, and is the result […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Weis Markets Issues 2022 Sustainability Report
Sunbury, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets has announced its progress toward reducing the company’s overall environmental impact last year in its sustainability report. The “2022 Weis Sustainability Report: Guided by Nature” details Weis Markets’ efforts to conserve resources, embrace green design and demonstrate social responsibility. “Being good stewards of the environment and giving back to the communities we serve […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer LPGA Classic To Feature Family-Friendly Attractions
Meijer will feature family friendly attractions at the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give June 15-18 at the Blythefield Country Club in Grand Rapids, Michigan. “Meijer is a family company that’s committed to meeting the needs of families across the Midwest, and that commitment extends to the Meijer LPGA Classic,” said Cathy Cooper, executive director of […]
Posted in, C-Store News, Southwest
Big Red Stores Rebranding To Circle K Across Arkansas
With the acquisition of Big Red Stores by Circle K parent Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. finalized as of April 17, rebranding work is underway at 44 locations across Arkansas. “We are very pleased to be expanding across Arkansas and welcoming Big Red’s great team members into our family as we raise the Circle K banner at […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest, Sustainability News
H-E-B Gives 250K Reusable Bags To Customers On Earth Day
San Antonio, Texas-based H-E-B will celebrate Earth Day with its annual reusable bag giveaway, providing 250,000 reusable bags to customers. On April 22, customers who visit any H-E-B, Central Market, Joe V’s Smart Shop and Mi Tienda in Texas are eligible to receive a complimentary Earth Day bag. Since 2008, H-E-B has given out more […]