John H. Brooks, founder of Albuquerque, New Mexico-based John Brooks Supermarkets, died unexpectedly March 19 at the age of 82. Currently, there are five John Brooks Supermarkets throughout New Mexico in Albuquerque, Milan, Ruidoso, Santa Fe and Socorro, providing jobs for 200 New Mexicans. John Brooks Supermarkets has always been a family business and the […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
The Fresh Market Launches Fundraiser For Ukrainian Humanitarian Relief
Greensboro, North Carolina-based The Fresh Market launched a four-week fundraising campaign where 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to World Central Kitchen, a nonprofit organization that is first to the frontlines to provide meals to people impacted by humanitarian, natural and community crises. WCK is providing meals to those fleeing their homes in the Ukraine. The organization has […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, West
New Seasons Market To Open In Milwaukie, OR
New Seasons Market will open a new location in Milwaukie, Oregon, filling the vacant grocer space in the Milwaukie Marketplace at 10830 SE Oak St. The store is anticipated to open in fall 2023. The property is owned by an affiliate of Kimco Realty. “As New Seasons Market continues to thoughtfully grow our community, Milwaukie […]
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The Giant Co. Raises $1.4M For Feeding School Kids Initiative
Carlisle, Pennsylvania-based The Giant Co., together with its customers, has raised more than $1.4 million toward its Feeding School Kids initiative, addressing the issue of childhood hunger throughout local public school districts in the communities it serves. The total donation was announced March 16 at DuBois Area Middle School in DuBois, Pennsylvania, as the company presented the […]
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Publix Begins Donation Program To Support Ukraine Humanitarian Efforts
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix is launching a register donation program to allow customers and associates to help people affected by the Ukraine crisis. “Our thoughts are with the people of Ukraine,” said Dwaine Stevens, Publix director of community relations. “We’re grateful for the opportunity to provide a way for our customers and associates to help support the […]
Posted inC-Store News, Home Page Slider, West
Casey’s To Host ‘Here For Good’ Hiring Events, March 23-24
Ankeny, Iowa-based Casey’s will host two in-person hiring events at its over 2,400 stores March 23-24 with the goal of filling 5,000 positions across the 16 states where it operates. Casey’s stores will hold open interviews from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and welcome all potential applicants to come by its stores. The company is seeking […]
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The Fresh Market Voted ‘Best Supermarket In America’ By USA Today
Greensboro, North Carolina-based The Fresh Market has been recognized by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards as the “Best Supermarket in America.” A panel of 10Best local experts and contributors nominated their favorite American supermarkets based on value, selection and service. The top 10 winners were determined by popular vote over a 28-day period through the 10Best website. “We […]
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Albertsons Market Named Sponsor Of WiseChoice Foods Pizza Run
WiseChoice Foods has chosen Albertsons Market to be the title sponsor of the 2022 WisePies Pizza Run to be held May 15 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Albertsons Market has been a retail partner of WisePies Pizza, carrying the frozen pizza product line for nearly two years. It is operated by United Supermarkets with 95 stores […]