Ditsch, a traditional German bakery, has opened its first dedicated point of sale in the United States with a shop-in-shop location inside an OXXO convenience store in El Paso, Texas. Its product range includes classics such as pretzels, pretzel sticks, pretzel croissants and Ditsch pizza, along with additions tailored to local tastes, such as Jalapeño […]
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Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Hy-Vee, Independent Store News, Midwest, News
Hy-Vee Launches Nothing But The Truth Private Label Brand
Hy-Vee Inc. has introduced Nothing But The Truth, a health-forward product line designed to meet growing consumer demand for transparency, taste and value in the better-for-you food space. Developed by Hy-Vee’s team of registered dietitians, the new private label brand features products made with ingredients that are primarily organic, plant-based, non-GMO, low sugar and high […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southwest
The United Family Begins Sixth Year Of Texas Blue Sand Project
Lubbock, Texas-based The United Family joined One Voice, Voice of Hope and Open Door to kick off the Texas Blue Sand Project on Jan. 21, bringing awareness to human trafficking across the South Plains. January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month. This marks the sixth year The United Family has partnered with the local organizations for […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, News, The Raley's Companies, West
The Raley’s Companies Names Barsotti As Chief Communications Officer
The Raley’s Companies has appointed Carol Barsotti as chief communications officer, expanding her leadership role within the organization. Barsotti will assume responsibility for public relations, government affairs and community impact as the West Sacramento, California-based retailer continues to focus on transformation and sustainable growth. Barsotti also is president of fieldTRUE, a farm-box subscription business, and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News, Sendik's
Sendik’s Food Market Celebrates 100th Anniversary
Sendik’s Food Market is celebrating 100 years in business, marking a century since the Balistreri family opened a produce market in Shorewood, Wisconsin. The Milwaukee-area grocer announced the milestone Jan. 19. What began in 1926 as a family selling fruits and vegetables has grown into company that operates 18 stores from Grafton to Franklin to Oconomowoc, […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southeast
The Winn-Dixie Company Launches With Refreshed Visual Identity
Southeastern Grocers officially became The Winn-Dixie Company on Jan. 21, completing a corporate rebranding with a refreshed identity featuring a new tagline – “Bring Home More Good” – and modernized visual elements, including a refined logo and brighter color schemes. The Jacksonville, Florida-based company is rolling out what it describes as a “sweet-and-sassy tone of […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Hannaford Supermarkets, News, Northeast
Hannaford Plans Second Store In Lewiston, ME
Hannaford Supermarkets plans to open a second location in Lewiston, Maine, a 51,000-square-foot store at 20 East Ave. in the Lewiston Mall. Construction is expected to begin early this year with an opening anticipated in winter 2027. The store, which will create 150 jobs, will feature a full-service pharmacy along with Hannaford To Go pickup […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Giant Food, News, Northeast
Giant Food Begins $1.98M Giving Campaign For 90th Anniversary
As part of its 90th birthday celebration, Giant Food will donate $990,000 to local Feeding America food banks and aims to raise an additional $990,000 through an in-store fundraising campaign. The Landover, Maryland-based grocer announced the “90 Days of Giving” initiative Jan. 20. The campaign, which began Jan. 9, allows customers to round up their […]