Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast

Tops Offers Double Give Back Days In September

Williamsville, New York-based Tops Friendly Markets announced that in September, it is offering schools the chance to earn double the rewards as part of its Tops in Education Program. Participants enrolled in the program will be able to earn up to 10 percent for schools.  Through Sept. 30, customers must purchase participating products such as Tops Brand, […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Northeast

Weis Markets Completes Store Remodel In Millersburg, PA

Weis Markets has completed the remodel of its store in Millersburg, Pennsylvania. This is the second remodel to the store in two years, following the addition of a beer-wine café in 2020. “Upgrades to Weis’ Millersburg store will improve the shopping experience for our loyal customers in the area,” said Ron Bonacci, VP of advertising and […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Southwest

Tarrant Area Food Bank Receives $200K Grant From Albertsons

Fort Worth, Texas-based Tarrant Area Food Bank was awarded a $200,000 grant from the Tom Thumb/Albertsons Foundation’s Nourishing Neighbors Program that aims to help connect qualified individuals with existing federal meal programs. The funding will be allocated to its “Resources, Education Delivered (RED Bus)” mobile program.  Tarrant Area Food Bank has launched this initiative to […]

Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest, Sustainability News

Meijer Expands Beach Cleanup Events To Gain Public Participation

In conjunction with the International Coastal Cleanup, Meijer is sponsoring two Adopt-a-Beach cleanup events on Sept. 17 and is encouraging public participation to help clean local beaches and keep plastic out of the Great Lakes. “We’re lucky to live in the beautiful Great Lakes, which is synonymous with summertime visits to the beach,” said Erik Petrovskis, director […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast

Publix Recognized On People’s ‘Companies That Care’ List

Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has ranked No. 28 on the 2022 People “Companies that Care” list. This is the company’s third consecutive year on the list, which highlights U.S. companies that demonstrate respect, care and concern for employees, communities and the environment. “Since our company was founded in 1930, Publix has prioritized taking care of our employees, […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest

Hy-Vee Dietitians To Host ‘Meet Your Metrics’ Tour

West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee will provide 1,000 free biometric screenings at more than 60 stores as part of its “Meet Your Metrics” tour during National Cholesterol Month. Appointments will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Customers should contact the participating Hy-Vee nearest them to schedule an appointment. A biometric screening is a combination of […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest

The Kroger Co. Recognized As Leader In Fighting Food Insecurity

Cincinnati, Ohio-based The Kroger Co. Foundation has been recognized as a 2022 Hunger Leadership Award winner. The Congressional Hunger Center honored the foundation with the award because of its ongoing commitment to fighting hunger. “We appreciate this honor from the Congressional Hunger Center, which recognizes our corporate affairs leaders effective stewardship of foundation funds to […]