Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets

Tops Markets Exceeds Children’s Miracle Network Campaign Goal

Tops Friendly Markets exceeded this year’s fundraising goal for its Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) campaign, collecting more than $414,000. Customers were able to support CMNH by buying a $1 Children’s Miracle Network Miracle Balloon or rounding up their grocery bills, with the proceeds benefiting 10 local women and children’s hospitals. Over the past 20 […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, News, Rouses Market, Southeast

Fast-Growing Lafayette Leading Way As Rouses Expanding In Louisiana

For this month’s Market Profile, The Shelby Report of the Southeast visited with Donny Rouse, the third-generation CEO of Rouses Markets, to talk about the company’s newest location in Lafayette and its strategic expansion in its home state of Louisiana, where it has 53 stores.   What can you tell us about your newest store […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Stater Bros. Markets, West

Stater Bros. Markets To Open Remodeled Store In Twentynine Palms, CA

Stater Bros. Markets will hold a grand reopening July 23 for its remodeled supermarket at 71727 29 Palms Hwy. in Twentynine Palms, California, where customers will be greeted by a large American flag on a 66-foot tall flagpole. “This flag will fly tall and proud and signify our respect for the patriotic local community and […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest, News, The Kroger Co.

Kroger Recognized As A ‘Best Place To Work’ For Disability Inclusion

The Kroger Co. has received a top score on the Disability Equality Index, making the company a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” for the sixth year in a row. “Kroger has a strong commitment to offering a workplace where associates of all abilities can meaningfully contribute, thrive and grow,” said Tim Massa, EVP […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, West

Zupan’s Markets Celebrates 50 Years As Family-Owned Grocer

Zupan’s Markets is celebrating 50 years as “Portland’s locally-owned destination for specialty groceries, gourmet ingredients and exceptional service.” Since opening its doors in 1975, the family-owned grocer has evolved into a neighborhood market known for its curated product selection, top-tier ingredients and commitment to quality. Throughout 2025, Zupan’s will honor its golden anniversary with a […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Associated Food Stores, News, West, Wholesaler/Distributor News

Associated Food Stores Raises $85K For Make-A-Wish Utah

Associated Food Stores partnered with Make-A-Wish Utah to raise funds that help grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.  This year’s campaign raised $84,943.73 – $3,000 more than last year’s total – with employees at Macey’s, Lin’s, Dan’s, Dick’s Market and Fresh Market helping lead the effort, collecting donations in-store and online. Each location […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, ShopRite

Cingari Family Markets Honored By Chamber In Fairfield, CT

Cingari Family Markets, a fourth-generation family-owned and -operated Connecticut-based supermarket company, was named “Business of the Year” by the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce on June 26 at the 79th Annual Member Recognition and Awards Dinner. Tom Cingari Jr., VP of produce, floral and e-commerce, accepted the award at Bridgeport’s Black Rock Yacht Club. The chamber’s […]