Roth’s Fresh Markets, an Oregon-based grocer with nine stores in the mid-Willamette Valley, isn’t just about providing fresh groceries – it is a cornerstone of community support with an ingrained tradition of charitable giving that spans decades. The company’s commitment to community is rooted in its culture, with various initiatives that benefit residents and organizations. […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Harps Food Stores, News, Southwest
Harps Food Stores Acquires Independent Grocer Craven Foods
Harps Food Stores Inc. has entered into a purchase agreement to acquire Craven Foods, a grocery store in the Fairfield Bay, Arkansas. Craven Foods will close at the end of the day May 19, and reopen two days later as a Harps Food Store. Craven Foods has been a cornerstone of the community, known for […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Food Lion, News, Southeast
Food Lion Feeds Donates Meals During ‘Score To Give More’ Initiative
During the 2024-25 college basketball season, Food Lion Feeds partnered with 51 programs in eight states, including 15 women’s teams, for its “Score to Give More” initiative. For every free throw made during regular season and tournament games, Food Lion Feeds provided 100 meals (up to 30,000 per team), with the effort totaling more than […]
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NGA Warns FTC: Protect Competition, Supply Chains Amid Tariff Pressures
The National Grocers Association (NGA) has sent a letter to Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Andrew Ferguson calling for close monitoring and enforcement action in response to the competitive risks posed by new and proposed tariffs on imported goods. In its letter, NGA warned that rising tariffs could disrupt the food supply chain much like […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News
Family-Owned Busch’s Fresh Food Market Marks 50th Anniversary
Busch’s Fresh Food Market, a family-owned supermarket chain in Southeast Michigan, plans to celebrate its 50th anniversary with a 10-day sale. From May 16-25, shoppers will find exclusive deals across the store as a thank-you for their continued support. The celebration also includes a charity hot dog event in all stores on May 17-18, with […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, West
Grocery Outlet Names Free Groceries For Life Sweepstakes Winners
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. has announced the winners of its Free Groceries for Life sweepstakes, which also offered customers the chance to win a range of other prizes. The grand prize winners (valued at $240,000) – Michaele Webster of Hidden Valley Lake, California, and Annette Baker of Westminster, California – were surprised with celebrations at […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Aldi, News, West
Aldi Opens First 2 Stores In Las Vegas, Expanding Western Footprint
Aldi opened its first two stores in the Las Vegas area April 24 – one at 621 Marks St. in Henderson, Nevada, and 2106 W. Craig Road in North Las Vegas. The new stores are part of the retailer’s five-year national growth strategy to grow by more than 225 locations in 2025 and 800 stores […]
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The United Family Debuts New Market Street In Rio Rancho, NM
The United Family debuted its new Market Street location in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, to media and community members with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony and store tours April 24. The store opened to the public at 6 a.m. the next day. Marking the 100th location for The United Family and its third in Rio Rancho, […]