Yesway, one of the country’s fastest growing convenience store chains, recently hosted the grand opening celebration of its newest Allsup’s Market, located at 1402 E Highway 84 in Slaton, Texas. This is the third Allsup’s Market concept store the company has opened since acquiring the Allsup’s Convenience Store chain in 2019. The Slaton Allsup’s Market […]
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Posted inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
PFMA Awards 2021 Ridge Scholarships To 22 Students
The Pennsylvania Food Merchants Association, headquartered in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, has chosen the winners of its 2021 Thomas R. and Laura Ridge Scholarship. Twenty-two students who represent PFMA’s membership earned the scholarships based on their academic record, school and community involvement, a submitted essay and required recommendations. “Congratulations to these deserving students on all of […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Southeast
NCR Signs Agreement To Acquire Cryptocurrency Leader LibertyX
NCR Corp, an enterprise technology provider, has agreed to acquire LibertyX, a cryptocurrency software provider. “Due to growing consumer demand, our customers require a complete digital currency solution, including the ability to buy and sell cryptocurrency, conduct cross-border remittance and accept digital currency payments across digital and physical channels,” said Tim Vanderham, chief technology officer for NCR […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, West
Superior Grocers Names Fujimoto As New Chief Operating Officer
Santa Fe Springs, California-based Superior Grocers has named Steve Fujimoto as its chief operating officer, effective Aug. 16. Fujimoto was VP of retail operations for the Portland Division of Albertsons in the Northwest. He led the operations of 141 stores in addition to the extensive support team to drive top sales and earnings performance in […]
Posted inAssociation News, Home Page Slider, National
WIC Cash Value Benefit Increase Is Home Run For Customers
by Michael Gay / manager, Food Fresh, Claxton, Georgia I manage the only grocery store in my county, often serving customers who work overtime or two jobs to make ends meet. For these customers, every minute they spend with their children is precious, whether it’s helping them with homework or discussing their day. Residents like this […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Food Lion Feeds Foundation Donates Nearly $400K To Hunger Relief
The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation has distributed nearly $400,000 in grants to 143 nonprofit organizations across its 10-state footprint. The grants will support the organizations’ efforts to combat food insecurity and provide nutritional education to neighbors. A full list of organizations receiving grants can be found here. “Food Lion takes pride in being a part […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Northeast
StarKist Launches Premium White Chicken In Single-Serve Pouch
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based StarKist Co. has launched its newest innovation, StarKist Premium White Chicken, the first fully-cooked, no-draining required chicken in a single-serve pouch. Available in two varieties, Premium White Chicken and Premium White Chicken 25 percent Less Sodium, the new products can be enjoyed directly from the pouch, used in a sandwich, added to any salad along with many […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Hy-Vee Unveils Wall To Wall Wine And Spirits Store Format
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee is introducing Wall to Wall Wine and Spirits, a new division of the company focused on providing a best-in-class wine, spirits and beer selection in a modern, standalone format that enhances customer experience. The new stores will feature a large selection of wine, spirits and craft beer. The eclectic selection will […]