Meat Depot, a grocery store affiliated with the Birmingham, Alabama-based supermarket chain Fresh Value, recently completed a deal to take over the Cost Kutter Grocery location in Northport, Alabama. Meat Depot will debut its store on Feb. 8 with a grand opening celebration. The festivities will begin at 8 a.m. with a ribbon cutting at […]
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Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Awarded RippleMatch’s 2023 Campus Forward Award
Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. has been awarded the 2023 Campus Forward Award in the Enterprise Early Career Programs category for excellence in early career hiring. “With six generations making up our workforce, Kroger understands the importance of early talent development and how impactful internship programs can define our company culture for years to come,” said […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Strack & Van Til Raises $574K For Nonprofits In Indiana
Highland, Indiana-based Strack & Van Til has donated $574,110 through its Checkout Challenge Round Up to various charities and organizations in the communities it serves throughout Northwest Indiana. Customers across the region could choose to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar when shopping. The extra funds are donated to the designated charity or organization for […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Cardenas Markets Begins ‘Life Is Why’ Fundraising Campaign
Ontario, California-based Cardenas Markets is joining the fight against heart disease and stroke by participating in the American Heart Association’s annual “Life Is Why” in-store fundraising campaign. “Heart disease continues to affect many of our families, friends and loved ones,” said Marisa Kutansky, communications director for Cardenas Markets. “Cardenas Markets alongside the Cardenas Markets Foundation is proud […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Hannaford Supermarkets Installs Automated External Defibrillators
Scarborough, Maine-based Hannaford Supermarkets has announced that all 185 stores will have available automated external defibrillators in recognition of American Heart Month. Installation of the devices is underway. Recognized as a life-saving device during the event of sudden cardiac arrest, AEDs are lightweight, portable devices that deliver an electric shock through the chest to the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee Offers 1K Free Cholesterol Screenings In February
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee is offering several events in February to encourage people to keep their health goals, including 1,000 free cholesterol screenings at more than 50 stores throughout its eight-state region. This test requires a blood draw and is an important practice that should be done regularly. A cholesterol screening and can provide people with […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Tops Celebrates Black History Month With Annual School Contest
Williamsville, New York-based Tops Friendly Markets is celebrating Black History Month by launching its third annual contest for third through eighth graders. Those interested can submit a paragraph or more by Feb. 17 to share why they are someone you look up to for a chance to win not only $100 for your school, but a […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee Partners With Children’s Charity For Round Up Campaign
Hy-Vee is partnering with Variety – the Children’s Charity to conduct a round up at the register campaign to raise funds for children who are at-risk, underprivileged, critically ill or living with special needs. “Variety is one of Hy-Vee’s longest-standing charitable partners. Since 1983, Hy-Vee has raised nearly $20 million for Variety to improve the […]