Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers is collaborating with nine children’s hospitals to raise funds in support of pediatric care facilities that provide specialized and emergency services and critical care for children and their families. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, approximately 2 million children and adolescents are admitted to hospitals in the U.S. each year. Through April […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Amazon Fresh, Corporate Store News, Meijer, National, Whole Foods
Market Force Study Ranks Top U.S. Grocery Brands
Market Force has released new research covering the top U.S. grocery brands among consumers. With rampant inflation, shoppers are citing price and value as reasons why they are either switching where they shop or splitting their business between multiple grocery stores. Sensitivity to pricing is a major factor in consumers’ purchasing decisions and it is […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Weis Markets Adds Free Virtual Nutrition Program Themes
Sunbury, Pennsylvania-based Weis Markets has added a variety of new virtual nutrition programs to its monthly schedule for April. Sessions, which are free to Weis Rewards Card holders, are designed by the grocer’s team of registered dietitians to accommodate a variety of customer needs. New program topics for April include: Nutrient crash course; Kids bread making; […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Harris Teeter Hosts Hiring Event April 12 For Retail Ops Positions
Company recruiting for salaried and hourly roles in all locations Harris Teeter will host a hiring event on April 12. The Matthews, North Carolina-based retailer is ready to hire hundreds of associates in roles across all departments for full- and part-time employment. Harris Teeter is looking to add qualified associates to its retail operations, which include […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Tops Raises More Than $321K For JDRF
Campaign in 30th year of helping to find cure for Type 1 diabetes Williamsville, New York-based Tops Friendly Markets has partnered with Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation on its 53rd year to find a cure for Type 1 diabetes. This year, the campaign was held March 5-25. This year marks the 30th year Tops has helped […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer To Open Two Supercenters May 16 In Ohio
Meijer will open two new 159,000-square-foot supercenters May 16 in Warren and Wooster, Ohio, increasing the retailer’s store count in the state to 52. The location will feature grocery staples, fresh produce, bakery, meat and deli, as well as a floral area and garden center. Other departments will include pharmacy, pets, electronics, toys, sports and apparel. Meijer Express gas stations […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Names 2022 Pharmacy Rxcellence Award Recipients
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix presented 15 pharmacy employees with the Rxcellence Award for excelling in customer service, performance, ownership and teamwork. The award was given to one pharmacist and one technician from each of the company’s five divisions, one pharmacy supervisor and four pharmacy support employees. “Our pharmacy teams are committed to providing the best care and […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Center Store, Corporate Store News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Introduces New Varieties Of Organic Mustard
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers has introduced three new varieties of its organic mustard to the company’s house brand. Customers looking for an organic condiment upgrade can choose Natural Grocers Brand Organic Mustards in three flavors: yellow, spicy brown and dijon. “Our house brand is part of our family legacy. It’s an additional step towards providing our customers with […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
Walmart Highlights Its Supply Chain Growth During Meeting
Walmart is kicking off its two-day 2023 Investment Community meeting, where company leadership will highlight how it is investing to strengthen its business through its people. It is also discussing its next generation supply chain network of stores, clubs and fulfillment centers and how it is driving future global growth opportunities across its omnichannel ecosystem […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, Southeast
Isom IGA Rebuilds, Reopens Store In Kentucky
The Isom IGA store held a grand reopening celebration April 5 at 29 Isom Dr. in Isom, Kentucky. Among the many special guests, Independent Grocers Alliance CEO John Ross attended. A 12-hour deluge beginning July 27, 2022 in eastern Kentucky brought 7-10 inches of rain overnight and raised the North Fork Kentucky River about 11 feet […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Celebrates Earth Month Through Recycling Measures
During Earth Month, H-E-B is introducing additional measures to reduce waste and maximize recycling efforts across its business and throughout communities across Texas. The retailer has launched multiple ventures aimed at supporting plastic waste reduction among its customers, so bags don’t end up in the landfill. Since municipal recycling programs don’t accept plastic bags and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Health & Wellness, Midwest
Hy-Vee Opens Health Infusion Clinic In Wes Des Moines, IA
Hy-Vee Inc. has opened its first Hy-Vee Health infusion clinic at 7300 Westown Pkwy, Suite 320, in West Des Moines, Iowa. The infusion clinic is referral-based and will provide treatments for rheumatology, gastroenterology, pulmonary, neurology, dermatology, oncology and other chronic conditions. The clinic is staffed by licensed physicians and nurse practitioners and features three private […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Southeast
Save A Lot Debuts Two Remodeled Stores In Florida
Save A Lot held grand reopenings April 1 at two recently renovated stores in North Florida. The locations – 816 6th St. in MacClenny and 16702 SE Hwy 19 in Cross City – held a cookout, with proceeds donated to local youth groups. The reopenings featured free samples from Sunset Farms Foods, Nettle’s Sausage Company […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Hannaford Supermarkets Names Store Manager Of The Year
Scarborough, Maine-based Hannaford Supermarkets has named Mike Capsalis as “Store Manager of the Year.” Capsalis, who is manager of the Hannaford on Fort Eddy Road in Concord, New Hampshire, was selected from 185 company locations across New England and New York. Capsalis has served as a Hannaford employee for more than three decades, including 18 years […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, West
Superior Grocers Appoints Two Industry Leaders To SVP Positions
Santa Fe Springs, California-based Superior Grocers has appointed Tom Finn and Miguel Alarcon to SVP positions within the company. Finn joins Superior Grocers as SVP of marketing and merchandising. With more than 35 years of experience in the retail grocery industry, he has dedicated the majority of his career to merchandising, marketing and enhancing the […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Cos. Creates Partnerships For Health Benefit Cards
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies Inc. has partnered with global financial services technology provider FIS, which represents supplemental health benefits administrators, including Fresh Connect, PayForward and WEX that utilize its technology payment platform. Additionally, Albertsons Cos. is entering into a partnership to accept benefit cards from Soda Health, which works to improve health equity by tailoring benefits based on individual needs. Customers with FIS […]
Posted inPackaging News, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Organic Natural, West
Albertsons Cos.’ Organic Brand Introduces New Packaging
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies has shared that its O Organics brand is celebrating growth with new packaging. To kick off the redesign, the private label brand is designating April as Organic Breakfast Month and encouraging customers to share their favorite breakfast routine on social media using #WakeUpOrganic. “Many of our customers have embraced an organic lifestyle and consider it to be […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Southwest, Supply Chain News
Kroger Delivery Expands Operations To Austin, TX
The Kroger Co. has opened a new delivery facility in Austin, Texas, that will allow customers to choose from its selection of fresh items, Our Brands products and national brands for home delivery. The 70,121-square-foot spoke facility will work in conjunction with the Dallas fulfillment center. All orders are picked at the products’ peak freshness within the […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest
Eatwell Market By Schnucks Opens In Chesterfield, MO
A new Eatwell Market by Schnucks held a ribbon-cutting ceremony March 29 at 220 THF Blvd. in Chesterfield, Missouri. The 30,000-square-foot store emphasizes natural and organic foods, as well as other community events. “We look forward to introducing St. Louis-area customers to our Eatwell Market, which will bring them a ‘beyond the expected’ shopping experience,” […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Debuts Free Guided Shopping Sessions
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers has debuted a Personalized Shopping Experience at select stores. In this free service, a nutritional health coach will guide consumers as they shop, offering expert product knowledge and recommending products to support their personal goals. During a one-on-one session, Natural Grocers’ customers will receive: A 30-minute walkthrough of the store specific […]