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 […]
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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 […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Bravo Supermarkets, Southwest
Central Market Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Dallas, Texas-based Central Market has sourced a collection of Hispanic-owned brands and products for its annual “Really Into Comida” food and heritage event. The celebration will take place from Sept. 14-Oct. 11 at these Central Market locations: Austin North Lamar, Austin Westgate, Dallas Lovers Lane, Dallas Midway, Preston Royal, Fort […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Donates $340K To School Programs
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers has donated $340,000 to aid more than 420 public schools, supporting teachers, staff and students during the school year. A three-week community donation program was held in all Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie stores. The grocer’s customers and employees across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi contributed by rounding up […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
New Seasons Market Named Best Oregon-Based Employer
Forbes Magazine has ranked New Seasons Market as the No. 1 Oregon-based employer and retailer, as noted in a market research study conducted with Statista. The ranking, which was compiled by surveying 70,000 Americans working for businesses with at least 500 employees, also noted Fremont, California-based Lam Research and Issaquah, Washington-based Costco Wholesale as the top employers in Oregon. “Amidst so […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast
Weis Markets, Kellogg Donate $20K To Second Harvest Food Bank
Weis Markets and Kellogg Company have announced a donation of $20,000 and a truckload of food to the Second Harvest Food Bank of the Lehigh Valley and Northeast Pennsylvania. The gift is part of the retailer’s annual Fight Hunger program. “As a company that’s committed to the communities we serve, it’s incredibly special for us […]
Posted inCoborn's, Executive News, Independent Store News, Midwest
Coborn’s Joins CEO Action For Diversity, Inclusion Coalition
St. Cloud, Minnesota-based Coborn’s has announced that Chris Coborn, chairman and CEO, has joined the CEO Action for Diversity and Inclusion coalition. The organization is the largest CEO-driven business commitment to drive action and change in advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. By signing this commitment, the grocer’s joins a partnership of more […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
The United Family Donates $500K Through Charity Classic
Lubbock, Texas-based The United Family and its vendor partners have raised $500,000 for nonprofits through its Jacky Pierce Charity Classic golf tournament, which took place on Aug. 28-29. Before the annual dinner on Aug. 28, checks were presented to 27 organizations. Since its inception, The United Family’s JPCC golf tournament has raised more than $5.5 […]