As the new year approaches, several legislative proposals stand to impact Maryland residents and businesses. The Griffin Report recently visited with Cailey Locklair, president of the Maryland Retailers Alliance, to find out more about what’s in store for 2025. Locklair has spent nearly 20 years in state and local politics, advocating on the state budget, […]
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Posted inH-E-B, Corporate Store News, Independent Store News, Market Profile, Southwest
H-E-B, Other Independent Grocers Investing In Texas
It has been a significant year for the $70.7 billion Texas grocery industry. At the onset of 2024, grocers in many parts of the state were attempting to rebound from national issues such as labor, supply chain and e-commerce challenges. As the year draws near to a close, it appears their efforts are paying off. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, Midwest
Chicago Market Taking Shape In Historic Train Station
Next year, the Windy City will be getting a new grocery store with the opening of Chicago Market in the Gerber building on Broadway, a landmark location that served as a train station for a century. Dan Arnett, general manager, recently spoke with The Shelby Report of the Midwest about the store and how a […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, Northeast
Murphy’s Fresh Markets Serving Its Communities Inside, Outside Stores
Murphy’s Fresh Markets operates three stores in southern New Jersey. The stores are nestled in their respective neighborhoods, with strong relationships with customers and a reputation for charitable giving. But the grocer knows that to continue to be successful, the stores have to provide the goods, literally, as well. “My family’s grown roots here and […]
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NJFC CEO: New Jersey’s Grocery Landscape Experiencing Selective Growth
Linda Doherty, president and CEO of the New Jersey Food Council, took time out of her busy schedule in October to provide an update to The Griffin Report on the state’s grocery industry. Below are her responses. How is the economy in your state? What kind of population and unemployment trends are you seeing? Our […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, Southeast
Tom Leonard’s Farmer’s Market Continues Family Legacy
Tom Leonard, owner of Tom Leonard’s Farmer’s Market in Richmond, Virginia, learned many life lessons from his father, including how to succeed in the food business. He said his father, the late Stew Leonard, had two rules, which literally were set in stone. “Rule one, the customer’s always right. Rule two, if they’re wrong, reread […]
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 […]
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North Carolina’s Business-Friendly Environment, Efforts Draw National Accolades
For the fifth year in a row, CNBC has named North Carolina one of the top three states in which to do business. Gov. Roy Cooper attributed the ranking to the continued investment the state is making in its skilled workforce and thriving economy. He added that major investments by companies across all sectors are […]