Veterans across Wisconsin will be able to participate in an annual trip to the war memorials in Washington, D.C., thanks to a $65,000 donation to Stars and Stripes Honor Flight from the owners of Sendik’s Food Market and their trading partners. The donation was raised through Sendik’s Annual Golf Outing, which was held Aug. 18 […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Tops In Education Program Surpasses $2M In Donations
Tops Friendly Markets has brought back the Tops in Education Program (TIE), which runs until the end of the 2025-26 school year May 31. The program has donated more than $2 million to more than 1,000 area schools since its inception in 2012. The Tops in Education Program makes it easy for families to support […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southeast, The Kroger Co.
The Kroger Co. Breaks Ground On Marketplace In Oakwood, GA
The Kroger Co.’s Atlanta Division broke ground Sept. 3 on a new Marketplace at 4050 Millside Pkwy. in Oakwood, Georgia. The store represents a $49.2 million capital investment, encompassing more than 123,000 square feet. The location is expected to open in fall 2026. The ground-breaking ceremony featured speeches from local elected officials, Kroger leaders and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix Opens Second Store In Louisville, KY
Publix Super Markets’ second store in Louisville, Kentucky, opened Sept. 3 at 10005 Ballardsville Road. To celebrate its 95th anniversary, the grocer handed out commemorative reusable bags to the first 95 customers in line at the grand opening. “We are excited to open our second location in Louisville,” said Publix Media Relations Manager Jared Glover. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Vallarta Supermarkets, West
Vallarta Preps Supermarket For Opening In Oxnard, CA
Vallarta Supermarkets will hold a grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting Sept. 17 for a replacement store at 3443 Saviers Road in Oxnard, California. The first 300 customers will get a free reusable grocery bag filled with food, while five local schools and charities will receive a share of $5,000 in donations. There also will […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, ShopRite
ShopRite Partners In Caring Begins Annual Cheerios Contest
ShopRite Partners In Caring is kicking off its annual Cheerios Contest, a fundraiser that features stores across its six-state operating area vying to raise the most funds for local food banks through Oct. 4. The locations that collect the most money will have their associates’ photos featured on a special Cheerios cereal box in March. […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southeast
Winn-Dixie Celebrates 100th Anniversary With Special Pricing, Donations
Winn-Dixie is celebrating its centennial anniversary in September with nostalgic pricing, special celebrations and a renewed commitment to fighting hunger through monetary donations. “Reaching 100 years is an extraordinary milestone that belongs to everyone who has been part of Winn-Dixie’s journey – our associates, our customers and the communities we call home,” said Anthony Hucker, […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Food Lion, News, Southeast
Food Lion Feeds Remodels 33 Food Pantries For Hunger Action Month
As part of its annual Great Pantry Makeover initiative, Food Lion Feeds – Food Lion’s hunger-relief platform – is remodeling and restocking 33 food pantries to better serve their communities. The effort is held every September in recognition of Hunger Action Month, a time when Food Lion Feeds strengthens its partnership with Feeding America to […]