Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market has released its second annual Impact Report, which provides an in-depth look at the company’s investments in reducing waste, championing climate-smart agriculture, empowering its employees, sourcing its products and strengthening the communities in which it operates. “With our purpose to nourish people and the planet as our North Star, we […]
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Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer Lands Naming Rights For Detroit Lions’ Training Facility
The Detroit Lions professional football team has named its headquarters and training facility the Meijer Performance Center as part of an expanded partnership with the Michigan-based grocery retailer. “We are excited to further solidify our partnership with Meijer by proudly displaying their name on our team training facility,” said Lions President and CEO Rod Wood. […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion Becomes Official Partner Of Carolina Ascent FC
Food Lion has become the official grocer partner of the Carolina Ascent Football Club, with the organizations sharing details of their collaboration July 24. This mark’s Food Lion’s first partnership with a women’s professional sports organization. Carolina Ascent is one of the eight inaugural franchises of the United Soccer League’s Super League. Carolina Ascent and Food […]
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Survey: Consumers Looking For Viral Trends, Healthier Choices In Stores
Matter Communications has shared findings from its 2024 Food and Beverage Trends survey. The report of more than 1,000 U.S. consumers uncovered insights into popular food and beverage trends on social media, grocery shopping habits and preferences for healthier and more sustainable choices. The survey revealed the following: Eighty-five percent of consumers have either researched, purchased […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Amazon Fresh, Rosauers, West, Whole Foods
Rosauers Supermarkets Signs On For Site In Belgrade, MT
Rosauers Supermarkets has signed a long-term lease at the Jackrabbit Crossing development in Belgrade, Montana, just northwest of Bozeman, according to Venture West Development, a real estate firm handling the project. The company said Jackrabbit Crossing is positioned to meet the needs of the rapidly growing Gallatin Valley community, which boasts a population of 127,880 […]
Posted inNorthgate Market, Independent Store News, West
Northgate González Market, Kellanova Donate $5K To Support Boys And Girls Clubs
In a community effort to address childhood hunger, Northgate González Market and Kellanova have donated $5,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of Fontana. This donation will support the Boys and Girls Club’s programs aimed at alleviating food insecurity in the community. The check presentation took place at Northgate Market’s Fontana store. “With 34 million people […]
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Flashfood Introduces New Platform Add-On For Independent Grocers
Flashfood has introduced Flashfood for Independents, a new add-on to the Flashfood platform designed for independent grocers. This initiative will support local retailers by providing them with an easy-to-onboard solution to attract new customers, boost profits and provide access to affordable fresh food in their communities while reducing food waste. “There are more than 27,000 independently-owned […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Tops Friendly Markets Shares Promotions, New Hires
Williamsville, New York-based Tops Friendly Markets has announced several new hires and promotions. Dave Fortini In his new role as manager of engineering and design, Fortini will be responsible for the coordination of design, engineering and equipment for all store remodels, new stores, fuel sites and miscellaneous projects. He will work with brand partners, design […]