Lucky’s Market has appointed Steve Black president, effective immediately. Black brings more than 38 years of industry experience to his new role, having previously served as VP of operations, CIO and CMO of Sprouts Farmers Markets. Prior to his roles at Sprouts, he was VP of operations and VP of IT and marketing at Sunflower […]
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Posted in, C-Store News, National, Southwest
Circle K, 7-Eleven Veteran Joe Chiovera To Appear On ‘Guy’s Grocery Games’
The new season of “Guy’s Grocery Games: Family Style” begins Sunday on Food Network with four special family episodes, including one featuring Joe Chiovera and his family. Chiovera, who is now an industry consultant based in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, formerly was VP of food service at Alimentation Couche-Tard/Circle K Stores and senior director of […]
Posted in, Store News, Suppliers, West
Stater Bros. Gives $57K+ To Toys For Tots
For the 10th year in a row, Stater Bros. has helped spread cheer through the local Toys for Tots program. Stater Bros. Charities, the charitable arm of Stater Bros. Markets, in December presented a $57,450 check to representatives from the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. The U.S. Marine Corps used the the donation […]
Posted in, Southeast, Store News
Publix Opens New Savannah Store On Skidaway Island
Publix Super Markets last week opened its newest Savannah store on Skidaway Island. Located at 6 Westridge Road in The Village on Skidaway Island shopping center, the 28,800-s.f. store in Chatham County is the fifth Savannah store for the Lakeland, Florida-based grocer. The newest store is open 7 a.m.-10 p.m. every day. Publix operates nearly […]
Posted in, Northeast, Store News
Whole Foods To Open Boston Flagship Store On Jan. 9
Whole Foods Market’s newest location, at 348 Harrison Avenue in Boston’s South End community, will open with the company’s traditional bread-breaking ceremony at 9:45 a.m. Friday, Jan. 9. The store will officially open for business at 10 a.m. The 50,0000-s.f. store is located in the Ink Block Development on the property of the former Boston […]
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Northgate Gonzalez Market Hosts 2014 Toy Giveaway Today
For the 18th consecutive year, Northgate Gonzalez Market will give away a toy to any boy or girl who comes to a Northgate store between 1 and 5 p.m. today. Free toys will be given while supplies last. Santa Claus also will be on hand to give out toys and pose for photos with each […]
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David Dillon To Retire As Kroger Chairman
David B. Dillon, who led The Kroger Co. leadership team’s development of the company’s successful Customer 1st Strategy, will retire as chairman of the board Dec. 31 after 38 years of service. As expected, Kroger’s board of directors has elected Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen to the additional post of chairman commencing on Jan. 1. McMullen […]
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Turkey Creek Snacks Rolls Out New Pork Rind Flavor
Turkey Creek Snacks has a new flavored pork rind. Sriracha pork rinds are available in 3-oz. and 1.75-oz. bags. Turkey Creek Snacks has been in business and is based in Thomaston, Georgia. The company produces pork rinds, cracklins and hot sauce.
Posted in, Store News, West
Whole Foods To Anchor La Floresta Development In Brea, California
North Orange County, California, will get its first Whole Foods Market when a new 87,000-s.f. retail center is built. The Village at La Floresta will be located at the corner of Imperial Highway and Valencia Avenue in Brea. The 8.58-acre property was purchased by Regency Centers, which is constructing the new shopping center. A groundbreaking […]
Posted in, C-Store News, Health & Wellness, National, New Products
Dole Unveils Healthy Grab-And-Go Options For C-Stores
Dole is offering healthy fruit solutions for grab-and-go environments like convenience stores, vending, schools, colleges and universities, and healthcare. The company has rolled out Dole Fruit Bowls in Juice, Dole Smoothie Starters, Dole Fruit Squish’ems and Mrs. May’s fruit and nut-based treats, offering a selection of shelf-stable, chilled and quick-service snack options. Visit dolefoodservice.com to […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, Southeast, Suppliers
Johnsonville Opens Its First Retail Store In Naples, Florida
Johnsonville Sausage has brought its “big taste” to Naples, Florida, with the opening of its only retail location, the Johnsonville Sausage Marketplace. The store opened earlier this month with a day-long celebration that attracted nearly 13,000 southwest Floridians, who not only got a glimpse of the company’s first retail store, but also enjoyed Johnsonville’s fresh […]
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Maine, Rhode Island Among States Dollar General Plans To Enter Next Year
Maine and Rhode Island, as well as Oregon, are states where Dollar General expects to set up shop for the first time in 2015. The Tennessee-based retailer made those plans known Thursday while reporting its fiscal 2014 third quarter results. “For 2015, we have plans to open 730 new stores and will have a presence […]
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Cyber Monday Sales Break Record, Day Marks Most Online Orders For Walmart
E-commerce sales on the Monday after Thanksgiving hit $2.04 billion, up 17 percent compared to a year ago, according to analytics firm comScore, making it the biggest online shopping day ever, and the first to surpass $2 billion in sales. Not surprisingly, Walmart says that Cyber Monday was the biggest online day in its history […]
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Alliance Retail Group Grows To More Than 600 Stores
The number of independent supermarkets served by Alliance Retail Group (ARG) now totals more than 600, the Tennessee-based group said this week. These stores represent the largest independent self-negotiating group in the country with locations in 19 states and a combined retail volume of more than $3.5 billion. “With the opening of our office in […]
Posted in, Independent Store News, West
Newport Avenue Market Kicks Off Annual ‘Food For February’ Fundraiser
Now in its third year, Oregon’s Newport Avenue Market’s “Food for February” kicked off Monday, with all donations again going to the Family Kitchen of Bend. Throughout the month of December, customers who shop at Newport Avenue Market can donate any dollar amount they’d like, with the grocer matching 100 percent of the money raised […]
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All 1,150 IGA Stores In U.S. Now Members Of NGA
Every IGA location in the U.S. is now a member of the National Grocers Association (NGA). There are 1,150 IGA stores across the nation. “IGA and NGA have had a long-established relationship that over the years has allowed us to work together for the benefit of IGA’s independent retailers and NGA,” said IGA CEO Mark […]
Posted in, Northeast, Produce News, Store News, Suppliers
Eastern Produce Show Set For Dec. 2-4 In NYC
The Eastern Produce Council will host the New York Produce Show and Conference next month in New York City. The New York Hilton at 1335 Avenue of the Americas-Manhattan will serve as the host hotel for the show that kicks off Tuesday, Dec. 2, with the Global Trade Symposium during the day followed by a […]
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Aldi Promotes Jason Hart To CEO Of U.S. Operations
Aldi Inc. has promoted Aldi U.S. President Jason Hart to CEO of its U.S. operations, effective April 1, 2015. The company says the move supports its further expansion in both the U.S. and internationally. Hart will be supported by Chuck Youngstrom and David Behm, who will continue in their roles of co-presidents for Aldi U.S. […]
Posted in, Midwest, Store News
More Details Released On Hy-Vee’s Health Insurance Plan For Customers
Earlier this year, Hy-Vee along with Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield and UnityPoint Health jointly announced Blue Rewards, a unique new option in health insurance designed to reward customers for healthy behaviors. Now, the companies are sharing more about the plan and its rewards. Designed with the busy, health-conscious consumer in mind, Blue Rewards […]
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Ralphs Plans To Hire 1,200 New Employees Across Southern California
Ralphs, a division of The Kroger Co., is hiring to fill an estimated 1,200 permanent positions at its stores in Southern California. Ralphs currently employs more than 19,000 associates at its stores in the region. “Ralphs is committed to creating job opportunities for our current and future associates,” said Donna Giordano, president of Ralphs. “Working […]