Harris Teeter has been recognized by Newsweek as one of “America’s Most Trustworthy Companies” for 2026. The recognition covers 700 companies across 23 industries and is based on an independent survey of 25,000 U.S. respondents, producing more than 100,000 evaluations, plus online media sentiment. “We believe trust is earned, and we honor it every day […]
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Posted inBeverage News, Featured News, News, Packaging News, Southeast
Coke Florida Unveils Limited-Edition America250 Commemorative Cans
Coca-Cola Beverages Florida (Coke Florida) debuted limited-edition America250 Coca-Cola cans at its Jacksonville manufacturing facility, one of a select number of production sites nationwide creating commemorative packaging representing all 50 states ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary. The America250-themed Coca-Cola and Coca-Cola Zero Sugar mini-cans will be available at retailers across Florida beginning April 6. […]
Posted inExecutive News, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Featured News, National, News
AWG Taps Former Kroger Division Leader As COO
Associated Wholesale Grocers has appointed Joe Kelley as COO, effective May 4, overseeing merchandising, procurement, distribution, sales, marketing and division support center operations across AWG’s 33-state footprint. Kelley comes from Kroger, where he most recently served as SVP of retail divisions, leading 11 divisions across the central and western United States. His grocery career began […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, National, News, Save A Lot
Save A Lot Honors 10 Retail Partners At Annual Meeting
Save A Lot recognized 10 retail partners during the company’s annual meeting and food show in St. Charles, Missouri. The awards honored performance in 2025 across several major categories, including year-over-year customer and sales growth, Store Managers of the Year, Hometown Hero, Omnichannel Leaders, Outstanding Customer Service and Retail Partners of the Year. “These retail […]
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Hiland Dairy Names Leibacher General Manager Of Dallas Operation
Hiland Dairy Foods Co. has promoted Mike Leibacher to general manager of its Dallas-Fort Worth operation, effective March 1. He replaces Ray Gibson, who retired after a 43-year career in the dairy industry. Gibson spent decades serving the Dallas-Fort Worth market. He began in 1982 as a route salesman with Borden Dairy, rose through a […]
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Grocery Outlet Appoints Allen, Thornton To Board Of Directors
Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. has appointed Frances Allen and Felicia Thornton as independent directors, effective April 1. “Frances and Felicia bring strong grocery and retail operational experience and significant strategic insight to our board,” said Eric Lindberg, chairman of Grocery Outlet’s board of directors. “Frances is an accomplished leader of nationally recognized restaurant businesses with deep […]
Posted inFinance News, Featured News, Food City, Southeast
Food City Promotes Cox To CFO, Baldwin To Finance VP
Food City has promoted Paul Cox to SVP and CFO and Sara Baldwin to VP of finance following the retirement of longtime CFO Eddie Neely. Cox also will join the company’s board of directors. “We would like to thank Eddie for his dedication and commitment, and the impact he has made on our company’s continued […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Featured News, Midwest, News, Wholesaler/Distributor News
AWG Launches Wellwerks, Nüwerks Private Brand Wellness Program
Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG) is rolling out two exclusive wellness brands – Wellwerks and Nüwerks – for its network of more than 1,100 member retailers and 3,500 retail locations in 33 states. AWG said the launch represents one of the most comprehensive private brand wellness sets introduced at retail, combining functional grocery formats with modern […]