Food-at-home prices decreased 0.1 percent in July and are up 2.7 percent over the last 12 months, a 12-month rate unchanged from June, according to Consumer Price Index data released Aug. 12 by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. FMI – The Food Industry Association said the report extends the cooling trend that began in […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Dierberg’s, Featured News, Midwest, News
Dierbergs’ 29th Store Opening Soon In St. Charles, MO
The store at the Market at 370 development on New Town Boulevard opens Aug. 18.
Posted inGrocery Research, Featured News, Marketing News, National, News, Private Label Brands
Study: Men Adopting Money-Saving Habits As Value-Seeking Intensifies
Coupon use, sale shopping and rewards card use are climbing among men as consumers across income levels seek value, according to an Alter Agents study.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix To Open New Supermarket In Mills River, NC
Special features of the store, located near Pisgah National Forest, include a pharmacy with a drive-thru.
Posted inPharmacy, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Featured News, Health & Wellness, News, West
Albertsons Pharmacies Tie Free Flu Shots To $20 Coupon
The offer is available to every eligible person who receives a qualifying vaccine, allowing households that get vaccinated together to earn additional savings.
Posted inNews, Associated Food Stores, Featured News, Independent Store News, West
Macey’s Celebrating Lehi Remodel With Weeklong Celebration
The Utah store stayed open during the remodeling process, which touched virtually all areas of the store.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Corporate Store News, Executive News, Featured News, National, News
Kroger Taps Former Walmart Supply Chain Exec To Lead E-Commerce
Nate Faust most recently led Olive, which handles waste-free delivery and returns for several brands.
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Featured News, Independent Store News, News, Northeast, Wegmans
Wegmans Launches New Program To Fuel Athletics
Client services include catering, pantry items, beverages and nutrition education.
Posted inMarketing News, Aisle Watch, Center Store, Featured News, Midwest, News, Organic Natural
Fresh Thyme Running $5K Gift Card Giveaway With 5 Vendors
President Liz Zolcak said the giveaway is “another opportunity to support and reward our customers.”
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Featured News, Midwest, News
Missouri Grocers Navigating SNAP Confusion, Rising Labor Costs, Supply Chain Disruptions
MRGA CEO Dan Shaul discusses Missouri grocers’ outlook, Healthy SNAP implementation, labor costs, tax policy, supply chain challenges and succession planning.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, Meijer, Midwest, News
Late September Openings Planned By Meijer In IN, MI
Both locations will have adjacent Meijer Express fuel stations opening Sept. 2 where customers can get beverages, snacks and prepared food.
Posted inExecutive News, Center Store, Featured News, Frozen Food, Northeast, Suppliers
B&G Foods Names Board Member Rob Mills CEO
Mills comes from Tractor Supply, where he set technology direction for the retailer.
Posted inFinance News, Featured News, Grocery Research, National, News
NRF: Retail Sales Post 10th Straight Month Of Growth In July
Retail sales rose for the 10th consecutive month in July, with grocery up 4.52 percent year over year, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, Finance News, News, Organic Natural, Southwest
Natural Grocers Q3 Net Sales, Comparable Stores Up
The grocer said its new store growth plan continues to gain momentum, with two more planned this fall.
Posted inNews, Featured News, Independent Store News, Northeast, Pharmacy, Produce News, Tops Friendly Markets
Tops Completes Niagara Falls Remodel, Adding A Pharmacy
The store’s exterior changes included updated awnings, signage, paint, cart corrals and a refreshed fuel station.
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, Equipment & Technology, Featured News, National, News, Shelby Content, Supply Chain News
Storix System Designed To Enhance E-Commerce Fulfillment
The Storix system visually cues the order picker where to place each tote – frozen, refrigerated or ambient – to keep them at optimal temperature.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, Midwest, News, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Central Finishes Pay Less Remodel In Lafayette, IN
The Beck Lane location is a part of an “ambitious” investment plan for the division this year.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Dairy News, Featured News, News, Northeast, Sustainability News
Giant Food Donates $85K To Bay Alliance As MD Remodel Unveiled
Part of the grocer’s Clean Water Partnership, the funds will support sustainability at Maola dairy farms in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Center Store, Featured News, Grocery Research, Health & Wellness, National, News
Instacart Data Shows Variety Packs, Snack Bites Surge As School Year Nears
Instacart data shows variety pack snacks up 41 percent for back-to-school, with Cinnamon Toast Crunch and Honey Nut Cheerios in a tight cereal race.
Posted inInternational Foods, Featured News, Food Service News, Independent Store News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, News, West
Seafood City Opens 1st Arizona Store At Mall In Chandler
The 66,000-square-foot supermarket featuring Filipino, Asian and other international products anchors Chandler Fashion Center.