Schnuck Markets Inc., along with its customers and vendors, has pledged $150,000 to Folds of Honor Foundation, a nonprofit that provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of veterans and first responders who were killed or injured in the line of duty. The “Round Up at the Register” campaign, which ran May 14-27 at […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Big Y Foods, News, Northeast
Big Y Named One Of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies By Newsweek
Big Y has been included in Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for the third consecutive year, recognized in the grocery and convenience stores category for its dedication to ethical business practices, employee satisfaction and customer loyalty. The annual survey, developed in partnership with market research firm, Statista, ranked 700 companies across 23 industries […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, West
The Save Mart Companies Seeking Applications For Feeding Forward Grant
The Save Mart Companies’ CARES Foundation is seeking applications for the 2025-26 Feeding Forward Grant Program, which helps expand food recovery infrastructure and efforts in alignment with California SB 1383 regulations. In honor of the foundation’s 20th anniversary, the 2025-26 Feeding Forward Grant will focus on building the capacity of nonprofits that work to recover and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, International Foods, News, Northeast
99 Ranch Market Opens First New York City Location
99 Ranch Market is opening its first New York City store July 25 in Flushing, Queens. Located at 3711 Main St., the location is the company’s 64th nationwide, adding to a growing footprint across 11 states. Founded in 1984, 99 Ranch Market has served as a gateway for shoppers seeking authentic Asian ingredients, live seafood and hard-to-find snacks […]
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Food City Debuts Fourth Site In Huntsville, AL
Abingdon, Virginia-based Food City debuted a new 56,000-square-foot store July 9 at 10210 Memorial Pkwy. NE in Huntsville, Alabama. This is the fourth of six locations planned for the market, following the third that opened June 4 on Governors Drive. “Our first three Huntsville locations have been very well received, and we’re excited to open […]
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At Community-Focused Hometown Food Center, ‘Fresh Is What We Do Best’
In the small Lower Alabama town of Headland, just nine miles north of Dothan – where several national grocery chains are located – one independent grocer continues to thrive by doing what the big-box stores can’t – connecting deeply with its community and focusing on fresh, local products. Hometown Food Center, owned by Jai Freeman […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Meijer, Midwest, News
Meijer Lowers Prices On Back-to-School Essentials
As families begin back-to-school preparations across the U.S., Meijer is dropping prices on school supplies for students of all ages. This year, shoppers can find all their back-to-school basics, such as notebooks, crayons, pencils, folders and glue, for $1 or less at Meijer. Examples include: Meijer 2-Pocket Paper Folders: $0.25 Meijer Washable Glue Stick 2-pack: $0.25 Meijer […]
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Swiftly, Circle K Launch Convenience Retail Alcohol Cashback Program
Swiftly has rolled out the largest alcohol cashback program in U.S. convenience retail, in partnership with Circle K. Currently live in more than 4,300 Circle K stores across 31 states, the program offers legal-age shoppers digital cashback rebates on beer, wine and spirits – delivered after purchase. The program is powered by Swiftly’s proprietary rebate […]