Ball’s Food Stores says 100 employees have earned certification from the American National Standards Institute and the Conference for Food Protection. Company employees participated in an intensive, seven-hour food safety training course focused on proper food handling, food preparation and food storage along with food safety and sanitation standards that are required by the FDA […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, West
Vallarta Supermarkets Opens New Store In Madera, California
Vallarta Supermarkets, one of the largest Latino-owned supermarket chains in California, hosted the grand opening of its 51st store Sept. 23 in Madera, California. Madera Mayor Andrew J. Medellin, local officials and dignitaries joined Vallarta Supermarket’s executive team for a ribbon-cutting ceremony, following public health guidelines, to mark the official grand opening. The new store is […]
Posted inCentral Market, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southwest
Central Market Hosts Texas Farmers Market Special Showcase
San Antonio-based Central Market has always been a huge proponent of supporting Texans and local economies. This year, it has worked extra hard to make sure these local businesses get the exposure they need during these unprecedented times. These Texans and their products will be showcased in all Central Market stores now through Oct. 6 […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, West
The Republic of Tea, Sprouts Partner To Benefit School Gardens
Larkspur, California-based The Republic of Tea and the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation are continuing their partnership to support school garden programs through the launch of their limited edition Red Apple Harvest Herb Tea, in which The Republic of Tea will donate $1 to the foundation for each tin sold. The exclusive tea is now available at more than 350 Sprouts locations […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Walmart Plans To Meet Changing Needs Of Customers For Holidays
The holidays have arrived at Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart and the retailer has adapted to meet the evolving needs of its customers who plan to shop differently this holiday season. After closely watching changing customer shopping behaviors and speaking with customers over the past six months, the retailer is announcing how it plans to address three […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Publix Activates Register Donation Program For Hurricane Relief Efforts
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has activated a register donation program to offer customers and associates a way to assist those affected by Hurricane Sally. Customers may donate any amount by adding it to their grocery totals when checking out at Publix registers in stores throughout the company’s Jacksonville Division, which includes central and northern Florida, southern […]
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Stater Bros. Charities, IWFC’s Virtual Walk Thanks Supporters With Prizes
The Virtual Believe Walk, presented by Stater Bros. Charities and Inland Women Fighting Cancer, is offering opportunities to win up to $3,250 in prizes through participation in a fitness challenge, contests and registration for a live, virtual kick-off event. “These contests are a fun incentive to bring our community together in a positive way to […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
LaBonne’s Markets Plans Sept. 26 Grand Opening In Prospect, CT
LaBonne’s Markets, located at 75 Waterbury Road in Prospect, Connecticut, will hold its grand opening celebration Saturday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. The latest of four LaBonne’s Markets, all owned by Bob LaBonne Jr. and Robert LaBonne III, boasts an extensive selection of goods including humanely raised meats, fresh seafood, organic produce, store made meals […]