For grocers, staying competitive requires more than selling fresh goods. It demands a commitment to workforce excellence and embracing new technology to handle federal food assistance programs. That is where the National Grocers Association Foundation (NGAF), the 501(c)(3) nonprofit arm of the National Grocers Association (NGA), comes in, providing free specialized, hands-on guidance at no cost to grocery stores of all […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Brookshire Grocery Co., News, Southwest
BGC Expands ‘Focus On The Future’ Scholarship Program
Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) has expanded its “Focus on the Future” scholarship program to include five colleges and universities in Oklahoma – Northeastern State University, Oklahoma State University, Rogers State University, the University of Tulsa and Tulsa Community College – along with a new $125,000 funding commitment. With the addition, BGC partners with more than […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Natural Grocers, News, West
Natural Grocers Plans New Store In Rock Springs, WY
Natural Grocers has announced plans this spring to open a new store in Rock Springs, Wyoming, marking the retailer’s third location in the state. The location is slated for White Mountain Mall, a community hub known for its mix of retail and dining. Natural Grocers said the store will offer its full assortment of groceries, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, The Raley's Companies, West
Food City Celebrates Annual Tamale-Making Contest In Phoenix, AZ
Food City brought together home cooks, cultural traditions and the community for its 23rd Annual Tamale Making Contest, celebrating the heritage of Sonoran cuisine and the role of food in family gatherings during the holiday season. Held at Food City’s location in South Phoenix, Arizona, the annual event is inspired by tamaladas – traditional gatherings […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Associated Food Stores, West
Kent’s Market, AFS, Community Partners Donate $74K To Shriners
Kent’s Market, together with Swire Coca-Cola, Associated Food Stores (AFS) and other community partners, donated more than $74,000 to Shriners Children’s Salt Lake City. The donation was presented Dec. 9 at a holiday event at the hospital, where retailers and partners spent time visiting with patients and families and learning more about the specialized pediatric […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Harris Teeter, Southeast
Harris Teeter Launches New Initiative To Support Health, Wellness Goals
Harris Teeter has unveiled “Happier, Healthier with Harris Teeter,” a wellness program designed to help customers achieve their health and nutrition goals through enhanced in-store offerings, digital tools and personalized support. Rolling out in stores and online throughout January, the program spans all departments and introduces an expanded line of products and services focused on […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southwest
Sprouts Farmers Market Relocating Corpus Christi Store
Sprouts Farmers Market is relocating its store at 1440 Airline Road down the street to 4717 S. Padre Island Drive in Corpus Christi, Texas. The current location will close Jan. 7, with a grand-opening weekend at the new location set for Jan. 9. From everyday essentials to specialty finds, Sprouts aims to make healthy living […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Associated Food Stores, News, West
AFS’ Sam Patch Celebrates Grand Opening In Wellsville, UT
Associated Food Stores (AFS) recently celebrated the grand opening of a new 23,000-square-foot Sam Patch convenience store at 825 E. Main St. in Wellsville, Utah. Owned by Mike Baldwin of Wellsville and Jason Hurd of Tremonton, the store offers fresh food, groceries and fuel for residents in the southern part of Cache Valley. The site […]