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Stars Commit To 2025 Meijer LPGA Classic For Simply Give

Some of the biggest names in women’s golf are set to return to Michigan June 12-15 for the 2025 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give at Blythefield Country Club. Headlining the early commitments in the 144-player field are defending champion Lilia Vu and past champions Lexi Thompson, Brooke Henderson, Mirim Lee and Leona Maguire. The 2024 […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southeast

Carla Hall, The Fresh Market Partner With Alzheimer’s Association

The Fresh Market has teamed up with celebrity chef Carla Hall and the Alzheimer’s Association to raise awareness and support research and resources during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. From June 1-30 at all The Fresh Market locations nationwide, the grocer will donate 10 percent of proceeds from every purchase of Carla Hall’s Sweet Heritage Butter […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Northeast, Whole Foods

Whole Foods Market Daily Shop Opens In NYC’s Hell’s Kitchen

Whole Foods Market opened the third location of its smaller format store concept, Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, June 4 at 301 West 50th St. in New York City’s Hell’s Kitchen. The 8,500-square-foot store features more than 400 items from the Northeast, each meeting Whole Foods Market’s quality standards. “This neighborhood is very dynamic – […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast

Publix Continues Growth Trajectory With New Kentucky Store

Publix continued expanding into its eighth state by opening a new store June 5 at 3855 Fountainblue Lane in Lexington, Kentucky. “We are excited to open our second location in Lexington at The Fountains at Palomar,” said Publix Media Relations Manager Jared Glover. “Customers can start their shopping trip at our Pours café, where they […]

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Save A Lot Shares 2024 Social Impact Report

St. Louis-based Save A Lot has released the “A Lot of Good Report 2024,” a social impact overview detailing the company’s work to drive value for stakeholders. The report offers a snapshot of key initiatives, programs and stories that highlight the 48-year-old company’s progress in creating a positive impact for employees, retail partners, customers and […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Northeast, Sustainability News, The Giant Company

The Giant Co. Brings Back Healing The Planet Grant Program

The Giant Co., in partnership with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful, has announced the return of the Healing the Planet grant program, which invests in tree plantings across the commonwealth. A total of $112,000 in funding will be awarded to tax-exempt organizations this year. Eligible projects must be shovel ready and include planting trees and direct related […]

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ASG Advocates For Independent Grocers at NGA Fly-In

Associated Supermarket Group (ASG) joined independent grocers from across the country May 20-21 for the 2025 NGA Fly-In for Fair Competition in Washington, D.C., meeting with lawmakers on Capitol Hill to advocate for industry priorities. Discussions focused on protecting the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), lowering credit card swipe fees and ensuring fair pricing across […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Dairy News, News, Northeast, Weis Markets

Weis Markets, Partners Toast World Milk Day

To mark World Milk Day on June 1 and kick off National Dairy Month, Weis Markets teamed up with several organizations for a celebration at its store in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, to highlight the importance of dairy and launch the 10th annual Fill A Glass With Hope campaign. The groups included the PA Dairymen’s Association, Feeding […]