West Sacramento, California-based Raley’s Operating Division has promoted Levi Wingo to SVP of operations. He most recently served as VP of operations. In his new role, Levi Wingo will continue to oversee all store operations for its 121 stores and also the pharmacy operations, facilities and construction teams. “Levi is an innovative leader with deep operating […]
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Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Corporate Store News, Northeast
Hannaford Supermarkets Completes Upgrades, Enhancements
Scarborough, Maine-based Hannaford Supermarkets has completed a series of store upgrades to stores across the Northeast. During the first six months of 2022, Hannaford celebrated five store remodels resulting in enhanced services with a focus on customer convenience, including a greater selection of grab-and-go meal options, organic and gluten-free items, expanded pharmacies, additional self-checkout kiosks and […]
Posted inC-Store News, Southwest
7-Eleven Launches Snack-Inspired Fashion Collaborations
Irving, Texas-based 7-Eleven is releasing exclusive collaborations with snack and beverage brands. Customers who purchase participating products at 7-Eleven, Speedway or Stripes stores can win apparel and accessories inspired by popular snacks. A few customers will win a custom pair of shoes, including: Slurpee x What the Fanta: Designed by Jake Danklefs of Dank & Co., these sneakers are adorned with Slurpee drink branding […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion, Meals On Wheels Donate $450K For Seniors In Need
Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion Feeds has donated $450,000 to Meals on Wheels America to support hunger-relief initiatives and expand senior nutrition services in 13 communities where Food Lion operates. The 13 local Meals on Wheels programs collectively serve 18,000 seniors annually. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, one in eight seniors experienced food insecurity. Since […]
Posted inFestival Foods, Corporate Store News, Midwest
Festival Foods To Open Location In Hartford, WI
Skogen’s Festival Foods will open its newest location Aug. 12 at 1275 Bell Avenue in Hartford, Wisconsin. The store will be open daily from 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. Mark Skogen, president and CEO of Festival Foods, said the company is excited to expand to Hartford and serve new guests who seek selection, value and service excellence. […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Food Publishes Better Neighbor Report
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food has published its second annual Better Neighbor Report, which is an account of its efforts throughout 2021 across areas of charitable giving, education, partnerships, innovation and development. “We believe transparency brings both accountability and change, and we recognize the important role we play as a local retailer and essential service in our communities,” […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast
Giant Eagle Named ‘Best Place To Work For Disability Inclusion’
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based Giant Eagle Inc. has been recognized as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” by Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities. This recognition was bestowed following a 100-percent score on the 2022 Disability Inclusion Index benchmark. The DEI measured: culture and leadership; enterprise-wide access; employment practices; community engagement; supplier diversity; […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Fareway Cuts Ribbon On Meat Market In Olathe, KS
Fareway Stores Inc. hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony July 12 for its new Meat Market at 13430 W 151st St. in Olathe, Kansas. “We are excited to expand into the state of Kansas with a Fareway Meat Market and look forward to serving the needs of area residents in the growing community of Olathe,” said […]