Publix Super Markets has been named to the Best Workplaces in Retail list by Fortune for the 12th consecutive year, ranking third of the 20 best large retail workplaces for 2025. Employees reported that the company’s welcoming and promote-from-within culture, customer service and dedication to community outreach are some of the reasons they enjoy working […]
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Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southwest, Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market Preps To Open Store In Parker, CO
The new 43,000-square-foot store Whole Foods Market is opening Oct. 9 at 8665 Kings Point Way in Parker, Colorado, will feature more than 700 products from across the state. Features of the Parker store include: An array of certified organic, conventional and Sourced for Good local options such as carving pumpkins from Hirakata Farms, hard […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, West
Market of Choice Expands Support For Oregon’s Emerging Food Brands
Independent grocer Market of Choice continues to strengthen Oregon’s reputation as one of the nation’s most collaborative food innovation hubs by opening doors for emerging brands through its MOJO program and statewide partnerships. “Oregon’s food culture thrives on connection and collaboration,” said John Boyle, chief merchandising and marketing officer for Market of Choice. “By building connections between makers […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southeast
The Fresh Market Dominates USA TODAY’s 10Best Grocery Awards
In a first for the company, The Fresh Market was named the top grocery store across all categories in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. According to the publication, The Fresh Market took first place in the Best Grocery Store category, in addition to Best Store Bakery, Best Store Deli, Best Store for Produce and […]
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NGA Applauds House Committee For Encouraging Antitrust Enforcement
The National Grocers Association (NGA) praised the House Appropriations Committee for including language in its fiscal year 2026 budget report urging the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to enforce antitrust laws more aggressively within the food, pharmacy and retail sectors. The report accompanied the committee’s approval of legislation that funds the FTC’s budget. The committee language […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Food City, News, Southeast
Food City Donates $548K To Breakthrough T1D
Food City donated more than $548,000 to Breakthrough T1D (formerly Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) on Sept. 3 at its store at 123 West Hwy. 25-70 in Dandridge, Tennessee. Each year, Food City hosts a company-wide “sneaker” fundraising campaign to benefit Breakthrough T1D. The 2025 promotion ran from April 30-May 27. Food City shoppers could make […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast
ASG Opens Kalam’s Bazaar, Shop Fresh Food Supermarket In NY
Associated Supermarket Group (ASG) has added Kalam’s Bazaar and Shop Fresh Food Supermarket to its family of independent grocers in New York City. The stores are backed by ASG’s full suite of support services, ranging from marketing and merchandising to distribution and store financing. Kalam’s Bazaar Located in the Ozone Park neighborhood of Queens, the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, News, Stater Bros. Markets, West
McNiff To Succeed Van Helden As Stater Bros. CEO
Stater Bros. Markets President and COO Greg McNiff has been appointed CEO and president of the company while his predecessor, Pete Van Helden, will remain in the role of executive chairman of the board of directors. Both appointments will be effective on Sept. 29. All functional areas of the company will report to McNiff. “I’ve […]