West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee will host its next quarterly Best of Local Brands Summit in May to expand and enhance the product offerings at its more than 285 retail stores across eight Midwestern states. Since the Best of Local Brands summits began in early 2021, more than 125 new brands have been selected and are available […]
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Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer Expands Flashfood Program To Include SNAP Benefits
In an effort to make fresh food more accessible, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer has expanded the Flashfood program, making it the first retailer nationwide to accept SNAP benefits through the app. Meijer launched Flashfood in November 2019 at a handful of its supercenters in metro Detroit. The service is used by more than 500,000 shoppers across all […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion To Open Store March 15 In Kernersville, NC
Food Lion will open a new location March 15 at 1014 N. Main St. in Kernersville, North Carolina. The new store will open to the public at 8 a.m., following a 7:45 a.m. ribbon-cutting ceremony. Afterward, the first 100 customers in line will receive a mystery gift card valued up to $200, free reusable shopping […]
Posted inGiant Food, Corporate Store News, Northeast
The Giant Co. Recognizes Employees During Annual Meeting
Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based The Giant Company celebrated the achievements of its employees at its annual business meeting held last week. Fifteen awards were presented recognizing the recipients’ commitment to the company and their efforts to connect families for a better future. “The dedication of our team members to serve our customers and our communities never wavers, as they continue […]
Posted inHarps Food Stores, Independent Store News, Southwest
Harps Food Stores Acquires Beachler’s Hometown Market
Springdale, Arkansas-based Harps Food Stores Inc. has entered into a purchase agreement to acquire Beachler’s Hometown Market, an independent grocery retailer at 1000 West Main St. in Prague, Oklahoma. Beachler’s has been in Prague for more than 45 years. Harps plans to continue to operate as a community-focused grocer, as well as retain the current […]
Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, National
BJ’s Expands Into Alabama, Plans Five Openings In 2023
Massachusetts-based BJ’s Wholesale Club is adding five clubs to its portfolio across the U.S., including plans for a new location in Madison, Alabama. This will increase BJ’s retail footprint to 20 states. BJ’s will also open clubs in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee; Johnson City, New York; Lewis Center, Ohio; and North Jacksonville, Florida. These clubs will add to […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
Lazy Acres Natural Market Celebrates 10 Years In Long Beach, CA
Lazy Acres Natural Market is celebrating its 10th year in Long Beach, California. While the remodeled store will open to the public on March 15, the grocer will hold a community celebration March 18. It will also be introducing a new community giving program for reusable bags, which will benefit Long Beach nonprofits. Founded in […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Winn-Dixie Offers Customers Discounted Prices, Online Ordering
Jacksonville, Florida-based Winn-Dixie is lowering prices on more than 150 items through the grocer’s “Down Down” program. Discounted products for the spring season include fresh produce and dairy items, pantry staples, frozen appetizers and meals, family favorite snacks, health and beauty products and essential household cleaning supplies. Items included in the “Down Down” program are updated […]