Kroger’s Atlanta Division donated $7,500 in gift cards to Lost-n-Found Youth, the Atlanta-based nonprofit with a mission to end homelessness for LGBTQ and all sexual minority youth by providing them with the skills and support needed to live independently. “The challenges faced by many LGBTQ teens are ongoing and often heartbreaking. Food insecurity is one […]
Category: Store News
Treppendahl’s Super Foods Feels Labor, Supply Chain Challenges
Store president expresses interest in state’s liquor/wine sales initiative by Eric Pereira / staff writer Wettlin Treppendahl, president and CEO of Treppendahl’s Super Foods in the southwest Mississippi town of Woodville, has noticed lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic at his store – from labor shortages to the supply chain. And the former is impacting […]
Coborn’s Gives To St. Cloud Non-profits In Honor Of 100th Anniversary
The St. Cloud, Minnesota-based Coborn Family Foundation has made a $1 million pledge to the Great River Children’s Museum. Additionally, the company says it is recognizing 10 St. Cloud area non-profit organizations with $10,000 gifts to commemorate Coborn’s 100th anniversary celebration. Local charitable organizations receiving $10,000 gifts from the company include Boys and Girls Clubs […]
Central Market Reopens Preston Royal Location Following 2019 Tornado
Central Market Preston Royal reopened its doors on June 30, following a 20-month rebuilding and restoration process. The gourmet food destination has been closed since it experienced significant damage from the tornados that swept through North Dallas, Texas, on Oct. 20, 2019. Central Market’s reopening represents a major milestone in the rebirth of the popular […]
Hy-Vee Partners With National Suppliers To Fight Summer Hunger
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee Inc. again will partner with Kellogg’s and Keurig Dr Pepper for the second year of its End Summer Hunger campaign. This year, Chobani also has joined the campaign that helps to provide meals to children and families in need through the Feeding America network of food banks. During July, for every qualifying […]
Sprouts Farmers Market Introduces 10 Exclusive Products In July
Phoenix, Arizona-based Sprouts Farmers Market has introduced 10 exclusive products for busy families looking to balance their plates with healthy and indulgent meals. Convenience and functionality is a kitchen priority this month. July exclusives landing in store now include: Sprouts’ lineup of ready-to-cook One Pan Meals expand with two new recipes: Sprouts One Pan Meal – […]
Stop & Shop Kicks Off Patriotic Campaign To Support USO
Quincy, Massachusetts-based Stop & Shop has started its annual “Support Our Service Men and Women” fundraising campaign that benefits the United Service Organizations. Throughout July, customers can donate $1, $3 or $5 when at checkout, in-store or online, or round up their total to the nearest dollar at self-checkout. One hundred percent of all donations […]
Walmart Ends Open Call Event, 167 Products To Advance
Open Call 2021 is now in the books with more than 900 small businesses from across the country pitching their products made, grown or assembled in the U.S. to Walmart and Sam’s Club merchants. This year’s cohort marked the largest number of business owners ever to take part in the one-day Open Call event, representing […]
Dollar General Makes New Commitments To Address Food Insecurity
Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based Dollar General has entered into an operational partnership with Feeding America and has made a $1 million donation to the organization. The funds will be used to provide access to food resources in rural and otherwise underserved communities and to proactively address food insecurity across the country. The company also plans to offer […]
BJ’s Wholesale Club To Open Newest Location in Seabrook, N.H.
BJ’s Wholesale Club, an operator of membership warehouse clubs in the Eastern United States, will open its newest club in Seabrook, New Hampshire, on July 2. “We’re excited to expand our footprint in New Hampshire with the opening of our new club in Seabrook,” said JoAnn Hebert, club manager. “Our team members have been working […]
The United Family Opens ‘Next-Generation’ Store In Lubbock, Texas
The United Family opened its newest United Supermarkets location in southwest Lubbock on June 30, making it the 12th location in the Hub City. Representing an evolution for the United Family’s flagship banner, this is the next generation of United Supermarkets stores. Now the 97th location for the United Family, this store will show off some […]
Kroger Receives Senior Hunger Corporate Leader Award
The Georgia Department of Human Services Division of Aging Services has awarded the Senior Hunger Corporate Leader Award to The Kroger Co. Kroger is the first recipient of the award, which recognizes the company’s strong community presence and proven track record of identifying and implementing innovative solutions to address hunger among senior citizens. “On behalf […]
Food Lion Expands To-Go Services In 14 Additional Stores
Food Lion is expanding its Food Lion To Go grocery pick up service to 14 more stores in North Carolina and Virginia. Customers can confirm availability and place orders through the Food Lion To Go website or the Food Lion To Go app. With just the click of a button, shoppers can place an order and pick up their […]
Publix Produce For Kids Campaign Supports Feeding America Food Banks
The bi-annual Publix Produce for Kids cause-marketing campaign wrapped on June 16 with 12 produce partners providing 700,000 meals to the 32 Feeding America member food banks in the Publix market area. Newly designed campaign signage positioned near produce partners in more than 1,200 Publix stores featured QR codes leading shoppers to a downloadable eCookbook […]
Raley’s Names Benson, Wingo To Key Leadership Roles
West Sacramento, California-based Raley’s has promoted two key leaders within the organization. Craig Benson has been named SVP and head of technology, and Levi Wingo has been named VP of operations. “This is an exciting time for Raley’s – we have built a strong leadership team that will support the advancement of our vision and purpose,” said Laura Croff, […]
Grocery Outlet Expands With 400th Store Opening In Hailey, Idaho
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp., an extreme-value retailer, has opened its 400th store and its first location in Hailey, Idaho. Located at 615 N. Main St., just south of the Sun Valley ski resort and east of Boise, the newest store is run by independent operator Shane Anderson. Anderson is a Grocery Outlet veteran who previously worked […]
Saker ShopRite At Kings Commons, New Jersey Opens June 23
Saker ShopRites has opened its newest store, the ShopRite at Kings Commons in Middletown, New Jersey, where the supermarket will serve as the anchor tenant in a new retail development. The store, located along Route 35 and Kings Highway, opened at 7 a.m. on June 23 with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. “We have a long […]
Hy-Vee Holds Guinness World Record For Largest Serving Of Pancakes
On June 24 in Blue Springs, Missouri, Hy-Vee broke a Guinness World Records title for the largest serving of pancakes. The event marks the launch of the company’s new “Best Breakfast in America” menu. All 13,000 pancakes were donated to Harvesters – The Community Food Network, which is the regional food bank in the greater Kansas City area, and are […]
Aldi Offers July 4th BBQ Essentials For 30 Percent Less Than Average
Aldi is doubling down on its commitment to offer low prices on the food and household items that shoppers want for their summer get-togethers. This summer, Aldi is reducing prices on seasonal favorites including fruits like grapes and cherries; meats for the grill including brats and boneless skinless chicken breasts; and other cookout favorites like […]
Big Y Plans Company-Wide Hiring Spree On June 29
On June 29, Big Y will hold its first company-wide hiring event at more than 75 locations across Massachusetts and Connecticut. It’s an opportunity for anyone 18 years and older to try new skills and to be a voice for sharing innovative ideas. “It’s More Than Food, It’s My Story” is more than a tag […]
