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Coca-Cola With Coffee Now Available In U.S. Markets

Coca-Cola with Coffee officially made its U.S. debut on Jan. 25. The breakthrough innovation creates the new “refreshment coffee” category with a proposition that “sips like a Coke and finishes like a coffee.” Coca-Cola with Coffee and Coca-Cola with Coffee Zero Sugar bring together Coca-Cola taste infused with Brazilian coffee. It is available nationwide in […]

Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, National

Fresh Produce & Floral Council Introduces New Board Of Directors

The Fresh Produce & Floral Council has introduced a new set of board members for 2021. Typically, the Fresh Produce & Floral Council would hold its annual dinner dance to announce the passing of the gavel from Brian Cook of Pete’s to Sean McClure of Professional Produce, the incoming 2021 chairman of the board; but […]

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FMI Foundation To Reveal Family Meals Awards During Midwinter Event

The FMI Foundation will announce the 2020 Gold Plate Awards recipients during the first Supper Bowl championship and online networking event on Jan. 26, from 12:15-1:15 pm EST. The awards presentation will be held in conjunction with the FMI Midwinter Executive Conference. Participants of the event also will determine the winner of the Supper Bowl competition.   The FMI Foundation Gold Plate […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast

Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace Opening New Location In North Babylon

Long Island’s leading specialty grocer, Uncle Giuseppe’s Marketplace, has opened its newest store at 1170 Deer Park Avenue in North Babylon, New York. The grand opening on Jan. 8 marked the company’s seventh store on Long Island and ninth overall. The full-service supermarket, renowned for its high-quality, Italian-themed specialties and food offerings, enjoys a loyal […]

Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Slider, Midwest

Omar Ishrak Elected To Cargill Board Of Directors

Omar Ishrak, Ph.D., former executive chairman and CEO of Medtronic, has been elected to the Minneapolis, Minnesota-based Cargill Board of Directors. “Omar’s deep international experience and strength in technology and innovation helped Medtronic sustain long-term growth during his tenure as CEO. Under his leadership, Medtronic realized their mission and purpose, introducing products that improved the […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Kroger Delta Division Proposes Additional Wage Investment Of $27M

Kroger Delta Division has revealed details of its latest contract offer to UFCW Local 2008 for associates in its Arkansas stores. The company is proposing to invest $27 million in wage increases and ratification bonuses in addition to maintaining exceptional health care benefits. “We have presented the union with our comprehensive best offer that includes […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast

Publix To Open Third Store In Henry County, Georgia

Publix Super Markets will open a new store at 7 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, in the Shoppes at Ola Crossroads Center in McDonough, Georgia. This will be the company’s third store in Henry County. This 48,300-square-foot store will bring 135 new jobs to the area. Store hours will be 7 a.m.-10 p.m. It will have traditional […]