Ontario, California-based Cardenas Markets has promoted Prabash Coswatte to the role of chief operating officer. In this position Coswatte will continue to report directly to Doug Sanders, chairman and CEO for Cardenas Markets, and will oversee the company’s store operations, loss prevention, information technology, data integrity, scanning, receiving, maintenance, construction and real estate departments. “Prabash […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, National
Walmart To Hire 20K Supply Chain Associates To Address Growth
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart will be hiring 20,000 new associates across more than 250 Walmart and Sam’s Club distribution centers, fulfillment centers and transportation offices. The company will hold special hiring events Sept. 8-9 in all its supply chain locations. A wide range of roles are open, including order fillers, freight handlers, lift drivers, technicians and […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, Southwest
United Family Raises Funds Via 30th Annual Jacky Pierce Charity Classic
The United Family has raised $500,000 for 28 United Way chapters through its 30th Annual Jacky Pierce Charity Classic golf tournament, which took place on Aug. 29 and 30. Checks were presented to the 28 United Way chapters at a recognition event on Aug. 29. Since its inception in 1991, the JPCC golf tournament has […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Wins 13 Awards For Private Label Dairy Products
Southeastern Grocers Inc. won 13 awards for its private label dairy products, competing against industry leaders across North America, at the annual World Dairy Expo Championship sponsored by the Wisconsin Dairy Products Association. Southeastern Grocers’ SE Grocers product line received high honors for five yogurt varieties, two cream cheese selections and two cheese varieties while […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Latest News, Market Profile, Shelby Exclusives, West
Harmons Continues ‘Creating Conversations’ About Utah’s Food Culture
by Eric Pereira / content creator Lindee Nance, VP of marketing, said Utah-based Harmons has invested a “great deal” in product development, supplier partnerships and produce selection. That includes providing content for its audience as well. At harmonsgrocery.com, visitors will find blogs and podcasts answering culinary questions, nutrition insights and food trends, among other topics. […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Helping Students Through Scholarships, Food Pantry Donations
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix and Publix Super Markets Charities are contributing a total of $180,000 to support the education and well-being of students at nine colleges and universities in its operating area. Through a collaboration with the United Negro College Fund, Publix is providing a total of $90,000 in scholarships to 45 minority students attending the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Hy-Vee Pharmacies Now Offering Flu Shots With No Appointment
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee Inc. is offering the flu vaccine inside its more than 275 Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations, with no appointment or prescription necessary. Drive-thru flu clinics also will be offered at Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations throughout the company’s eight-state region on select days through Oct. 30. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends […]
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Amazon Fresh Opens First Maryland Store In Chevy Chase
A new Amazon Fresh grocery store in Chevy Chase, Maryland, opened at 7 a.m. Aug. 26 at 5463 Wisconsin Ave. It is the first location in Maryland and the third to open in the D.C. region. Store hours are 7 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. Amazon Fresh offers a new, low-priced grocery option and supports the community […]