The Inserra Supermarkets ShopRite of Wayne associates were honored May 10 with a special edition Cheerios Box in recognition of their fundraising efforts for local food banks. The ShopRite of Wayne raised $5,800 during the annual ShopRite Partners in Caring Cheerios Contest, sponsored in partnership with General Mills. Store team member James Steed is featured […]
Category: Store News
Posted inCorporate Store News, Amazon Fresh, National, Whole Foods
Thrive Market Hires Lane As Chief Merchandising Officer
Thrive Market has named April Lane its chief merchandising officer, bringing decades of e-commerce experience to her role. As the chief merchandising officer, Lane will be responsible for the site’s merchandising, which spans food, home, health and beauty. She will also manage the Food Safety and Quality (FSQA) team, which oversees food quality, safety and regulatory […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Bonus Content, Independent Store News, Midwest
Village Comes Together To Open Co-op Grocery
The village of Utica, Nebraska, has an estimated population of 840. Located in Seward County, it’s a 45-minute drive to Lincoln, the state capital and home of the University of Nebraska. When the village lost its only grocery store about 15 years ago, it impacted the community. About 13 years ago, when the local Catholic […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, Schnucks
Schnucks Markets Named A 2024 U.S. Best Managed Company
For the third consecutive year, Schnucks Markets Inc. has been selected as a U.S. Best Managed Company. Sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, the program recognizes outstanding U.S. private companies and the achievements of their management teams. “We are, once again, extremely honored and humbled to be named a U.S. Best Managed […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Jimbo’s Celebrates 40th Anniversary, Partners With Non-Profits
Jimbo’s is celebrating its 40th anniversary in July, commemorating four decades of providing high-quality organic and natural foods to the San Diego, California, community. Established in 1984 by Jim “Jimbo” Someck, Jimbo’s has been a pioneer in the industry, dedicated to promoting healthy living, environmental stewardship and supporting local and sustainable brands. “We are honored to […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Northeast
Karns Foods Promotes Third-Gen Family Members
Karns Foods, a 10-store establishment serving communities across the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania area, has appointed three family members to its executive team as CEO, president and chief HR officer. As the company enters a new era of growth and innovation, these appointments highlight its commitment to tradition, excellence in service and the future. Andrea Karns assumes […]
Posted inBig Y Foods, Independent Store News, International Foods, Northeast
Big Y Looking For Hispanic Products
Big Y’s “Local Hispanic Vendor Discovery Tour” is underway. In preparation for the grand re-opening of the newly remodeled West Springfield, Massachusetts store, the company is in search of more locally produced Hispanic and Latin American items to be featured on its shelves. The Hispanic grocery section features traditional ingredients and pantry staples from across […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Sustainability News, Weis Markets
Weis Markets Reports Progress in 2023 Sustainability Report
Weis Markets has released its 2023 Sustainability Report: Doing Good for Food, Friends and Nature, which details the company’s progress in reducing its overall environmental impact in its seven-state market area. The report reviews Weis Markets’ continued efforts to conserve resources, embrace green design and reduce environmental impact. Since 2008, the company has reduced its […]