Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, Piggly Wiggly, Southeast

Piggly Wiggly In Eutaw, AL, Endures As Town’s Only Grocer

For nearly a quarter of a century, Jacky and Sandra Hamilton have been fixtures in the grocery business. In 2001, they purchased the Piggly Wiggly in Eutaw, a rural town of fewer than 3,000 residents in western Alabama. Since 2021, their store has become the sole grocery provider and a vital hub for the community. […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast

Ahold Delhaize USA Renews Circana Partnership

Ahold Delhaize USA has renewed its partnership with Circana, ensuring access to advanced analytic tools that drive innovation and foster collaboration with CPG companies.  “This renewed focus underscores Ahold Delhaize USA’s dedication to staying ahead in a competitive and ever-evolving retail landscape by using data as a strategic advantage to create value for all stakeholders,” […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest, Natural Grocers

Natural Grocers Celebrates Wichita Store’s 10th Anniversary

Natural Grocers is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of its store at 10520 W. 13th St. N. in Wichita, Kansas. From Feb. 21-23, customers can join the celebration with special {N}power member-only deals. Since opening in 2015, the store has been a source for organic and natural groceries, supplements and household essentials. The company, founded in […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Corporate Store News, Southeast

Grocers Highlight Louisiana Flavors For Mardi Gras Season

Grocers are embracing Mardi Gras season by stocking up on traditional favorites like king cakes, Cajun spices and seafood. They are likely to have special displays and promotions to attract customers celebrating the season. Some stores are offering catering services for parties and gatherings. Associated Grocers Inc. Eleven retail members of Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based Associated […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest

The United Family Seeking Applications For Annual Discovery Showcase

The United Family is accepting applications for its second annual Discovery Showcase, which connects the company with local and regional vendors interested in doing business together. Businesses can submit an online application for the Discovery Showcase through March 10. The United Family will evaluate applications based on product fit and readiness for the market across […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast

Freshtown Preps For Store Opening In Newburgh, NY

CQM Foods, an employee-owned company operating Freshtown and Peck’s banners, will open a new grocery store Feb. 21 at 59 N. Plank Road in Newburgh, New York. The Freshtown location, which has been under construction for nine months, will employ about 75 local residents.  The company is a member of the Allegiance Retail Services cooperative of 140 […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, West

Heritage Grocers Group Appoints Holt As CFO

Heritage Grocers Group has appointed Matthew Holt as CFO. Reporting to Chairman and CEO Suzy Monford, Holt will oversee the financial and accounting initiatives for all Heritage banner companies which include Cardenas Markets, Tony’s Fresh Market and El Rancho Supermercado. Holt succeeds Darren Karst, who assumed the role of CFO in April 2023 and retired […]