Central Market has unveiled preliminary drawings for a location in Uptown Dallas, Texas, that has been on hold since 2023, when plans for a high rise, mixed-use project were complicated by a softer post-COVID commercial market. Central Market, which took assignment of the property in 2016, has since designed a new standalone store within parameters […]
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Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Independent Store News, National
More Independent Grocers Adopting Instacart’s Caper Carts
Several independent grocers – including Bowman’s Market, Maurer’s Market IGA, Neiman’s Family Market, Queen’s Price Chopper and Soelbergs Market – are adopting Caper Carts, Instacart’s artificial intelligence-powered smart carts. The carts offer customers shopping in these stores – which operate across Idaho, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Montana, Oregon, Utah and Washington – a more personalized shopping experience. Caper Carts are equipped with cameras, sensors […]
Posted inDollar General, Corporate Store News, Southwest
Dollar General Distribution Center Opens In Aurora, CO
Dollar General celebrated the grand opening of its Aurora, Colorado, distribution center Nov. 9 with employees, families, company leadership and elected officials. The company also marked the occasion with $10,000 donations to Aurora Public Schools and the Food Bank of the Rockies. “Today’s grand opening celebrations represent a milestone in Dollar General’s history in Colorado […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Harris Teeter, Southeast
Opening Nears For Harris Teeter’s Third Store In Apex, NC
Harris Teeter is preparing to debut a new store Nov. 12 at 2810 Teachey Place in Apex, North Carolina. The store will open to the public at 4 p.m. with a ribbon cutting, followed by the Taste of Teeter event, featuring free food samples, live music, bar events and the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. Related: Harris […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Southeast
Houchens Food Group Announces Death Of Former Longtime Leader
Houchens Food Group has announced the death of former President and COO James “Jimmy” Kent Nichols, on Nov. 5, 2024, 11 days after being diagnosed with glioblastoma. Nichols was born on July 10, 1959, in Clifton, Texas, and graduated from Crockett High School in Austin in 1977, according to his obituary. He got his start […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, Market Profile, Midwest, The Kroger Co., Whole Foods
Independent Grocers Making Name For Themselves In Illinois
While established chains such as Albertsons, Kroger and Jewel-Osco continue to hold significant market share in Illinois, independent grocers are a growing segment. Armed with a passion for food, commitment to community and knack for innovation, they are reimagining the shopping experience and carving out a niche that is reshaping the way people shop. Among […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, West
Sprouts Farmers Markets Readying First Wyoming Location
Sprouts Farmers Market’s first store in Wyoming is set to open Nov. 22 at 5214 Rue Terre in Cheyenne. “Access to fresh, healthy food is a vital component of any community’s quality of life, and I’m happy to welcome Sprouts to Cheyenne,” said Mayor Patrick Collins. “Sprouts adds another grocery option for our residents and […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Corporate Store News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Begins Annual Holiday Food Bank Fundraiser
Natural Grocers has begun its annual in-store holiday fundraiser for food bank partners through Dec. 31. This campaign is in addition to the company’s ongoing “Bring Your Own Bag” program, which donates five cents per shopping trip to local food bank partners when customers bring in their own reusable bags. Commitment to community A “Commitment to Community” […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Online Grocery Technology, West
Bowman’s Market Introduces Instacart’s Smart Carts
Bowman’s Market has introduced Caper Carts, Instacart’s artificial intelligence-powered smart carts, to enhance the in-store shopping experience at its store in Kaysville, Utah. The carts allow customers to scan, bag and pay for their items on the Caper Cart – streamlining the shopping process and eliminating the need to wait to check out. Caper Carts […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Bozzuto's Wholesale Distribution, Northeast
Bozzuto’s Acquires Majority Stake In Roche Bros.
Bozzuto’s, one of the largest grocery suppliers in the Northeast, has acquired a majority stake in Massachusetts-based Roche Bros. grocery chain. After many decades of family ownership, Roche Bros. said the decision marks an important step in its evolution, aimed at sustaining the company’s legacy while positioning it for new opportunities. The transaction will enable the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Fareway, Midwest
Fareway Celebrates New Store Opening In Story City, IA
Fareway Stores Inc. held a ribbon cutting and grand-opening ceremony Nov. 5 for a new 10,800-square-foot store at 1550 Broad St. in Story City, Iowa, that fills the void left after the town’s previous grocery store closed in August 2021. “Communities depend on a local grocer to offer high quality products and unmatched service. Fareway values […]
Posted inBig Y Foods, Independent Store News, Northeast
Big Y Celebrates Store Grand Opening In Westport, CT
Big Y has opened a new store at 1076 Post Road East in Westport, Connecticut, the third new market to open in the state this year. Grand opening festivities will take place on Nov. 7, including giveaways, special offers and sample tastings. New myBigY members will receive 500 myBigY Rewards points when $10 is spent […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Grocery Store Layout, West
Town & Country Markets Showcases Remodeled Store In Poulsbo, WA
Town & Country Markets has completed the refresh of its store in Poulsbo, Washington, showcasing a new fresh prep counter, community kitchen and opening of its third Field House market-to-table restaurant location. Town & Country’s Poulsbo market also has a revitalized layout, responding to customer feedback and analysis of flow to enhance the shopper experience. […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Independent Store News, Southwest
Oklahoma’s Super C Mart Committed To Communities, Growth
Super C Mart is a progressive independent grocer. Though its eight stores operate in predominantly rural areas of southern Oklahoma, it has an app with digital coupons, sells sushi in one of its stores and its top two leaders are women. Nikki Carver succeeded her father as president and CEO in 2020, and COO Angela […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Guest Contributors, National
Time For Independent Grocers, Their Communities To Give Thanks For Each Other
Being the heart of the community takes on a deeper meaning at this time of year, as the fall and winter holidays traditionally center around the family table, and independent grocers bear a great responsibility in helping folks fill that table. This year, as Thanksgiving approaches, we should pause to consider our fellow Americans impacted […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Food City, Southeast
Food City Begins Annual ‘Friends & Pets’ Holiday Food Drive
Food City has launched its seventh annual Friends & Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive. “Hunger is a serious problem throughout our region, especially during the holidays and colder winter months,” said Steven C. Smith, Food City’s president and CEO. “Food City is proud to host a number of hunger relief programs throughout the year, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, West
T&T Supermarkets To Open First U.S. Store Dec. 5 In Bellevue, WA
T&T Supermarket will hold a grand opening for its flagship U.S. store Dec. 5 at The Marketplace at Factoria, 12620 SE 41st Place in Bellevue, Washington. Spanning 76,000 square feet, this will be the largest Asian supermarket in Washington, offering an assortment of authentic products, fresh produce, live seafood, an in-store kitchen and bakery and […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, National
Survey Highlights How Grocery Stores Can Improve In-Store Experience
Experience agency ChangeUp has published results from a nationwide survey that highlights how grocery stores can better meet and exceed customer expectations. ChangeUp’s team of retail experts and strategists surveyed 800 grocery shoppers to explore the growing disconnect between today’s sophisticated shoppers and grocery stores. The report, “How Shoppers are Outpacing Store Evolution,” was conducted to provide retailers with critical […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Winn-Dixie Donates $170K To American Cancer Society
Following Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Winn-Dixie has donated $170,000 to the American Cancer Society’s “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” campaign and its movement to raise lifesaving funds that support breast cancer patients, survivors and their families. This donation was made possible through contributions from Winn-Dixie customers and employees during the grocer’s annual community donation program […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Feature, Southeast
Houchens Food Group Honors Food Giant MS Store Managers In Hattiesburg
Houchens Food Group’s Store Manager Appreciation Awards events continued in August for both Food Giant divisions. Events were held in Biloxi and Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and Dothan, Alabama. A luncheon was held Aug. 15 at Doubletree by Hilton in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Special speakers included Stephanie Reid from Shelby Publishing, Shane Allison from Alliance Retail Group and […]