Food retail and merchant groups are applauding the decision as banking groups say the ruling will harm consumers.
Category: Featured News
Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, Organic Natural, Southeast, Southwest, Sprouts, West
Sprouts Adding 5 More Stores In Tennessee, California, Arizona And Texas
The Arizona-based grocer continues its rapid pace of openings in 2026.
Posted inAssociation News, Equipment & Technology, Featured News, Independent Store News, National, Online Grocery Technology
NGA Sets Forth Independent Grocers’ Principles On Pricing Technology
The statement covers topics such as electronic shelf labels, loyalty programs, AI and the handling of customer data.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, H-E-B, Southwest
H-E-B Reveals Plans For Larger Store In Ennis, Texas
The permitting process currently is underway, with construction expected to start in mid-2027 and completion by late 2028.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, Northeast, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Marrazzo’s Market Begins New Chapter Under Shap Markets Umbrella
The store has operated for more than two decades at 1400 Parkway Avenue in Ewing.
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Featured News, Independent Store News, Northeast, Wakefern
Wakefern Marks 80 Years, Reports $21.5B In Retail Sales At Annual Meeting
The cooperative’s Chairman’s Award went to Larri Wolfson, a third-generation grocer and owner-operator of ShopRite of Lincoln Park.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, News, Southwest
Brookshire Brothers To Open New Lufkin, TX, Store Nov. 11
The store introduces the Pineywoods Pavilion, an outdoor event venue with capacity for up to 1,000 people.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, West
WinCo Foods Opening New Store In Walla Walla, WA
The Boise-based grocer’s new store opens its doors today at 9 a.m.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Ahold Delhaize, Featured News, Northeast
Giant Announces Nov. 6 Opening For New Parkesburg, PA, Store
It will be the grocer’s 14th Giant store in Chester County.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, West, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Soelberg’s Market Celebrates Grand Opening Of New Grantsville, Utah, Store
In addition to the food store, the development features an Ace Hardware, a Birch Family Pharmacy and a Beans & Brews coffee shop.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Featured News, National
Albertsons Launches ‘For U+’ Subscription For $39 A Year
The plus subscription adds unlimited same-day grocery delivery and pickup to the company’s free for U loyalty program.
Posted inSpecialty, Association News, Featured News, National, Suppliers
Specialty Food Association Names 75 Finalists For 2027 Sofi Awards
The finalists were chosen based on scores from retail buyer judges.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, International Foods, Mercado Gonzalez, Northgate Market, West
Northgate Transforms La Habra Store Into Mercado González Format
The grocer turned one of its longest-standing neighborhood stores into a culinary and cultural destination inspired by a traditional Mexican mercado.
Posted inAssociation News, Featured News, Independent Store News, Southeast, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Alabama Grocers Association Honors 3 At Annual Luncheon
Jay Welborn of B&W Foods/Piggly Wiggly was named 2026 Retailer of the Year; Boyd West, Chris Woods also were honored.
Posted inAisle Watch, Center Store, Corporate Store News, Featured News, Independent Store News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast, Southeast
Price Rite, Winn-Dixie, BJ’s Roll Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals
The latest offers range from complete meals for less than $3.90 per person to a free turkey with purchase.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, International Foods, News, Vallarta Supermarkets, West
Vallarta Holds Festive Opening For New Duarte, CA, Store
The store opened Oct. 21 in a former Best Buy location on Mountain Avenue.
Posted inAssociation News, Featured News, Independent Store News, National
NGA Executive Conference Spotlights Consumer Trends, Independent Grocery’s Future
Mike Semmann of Wisconsin Grocers Association was honored with the Pinnacle PAC Award for outstanding advocacy.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Aisle Watch, Featured News, Northeast
Target Completes SoHo Store Transformation With Reimagined Food Market
The lower-level food and beverage space now has the feel of a city market, with emerging snack brands and Favorite Day.
Posted inMarketing News, Featured News, H-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B, Spurs Tip Off Season With New Commercials, Exclusive Merch
The partnership has produced an annual commercial series for the past 22 years.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, Executive News, Featured News, West
NGA Foundation Honors Dory With Inaugural Catalyst For Independence Award
Rudy Dory has invested in succession, sharing ownership of the business with his daughter, Lauren G.D. Redman.