Schnuck Markets and the St. Louis Cardinals are collaborating to introduce Schnucks Cherry Cardinals Crunch ice cream. The new frozen treat is a cherry and vanilla flavored ice cream swirled with coated cookie pieces and is available at most Schnucks stores across the Midwest. “Schnucks Cherry Cardinals Crunch ice cream is sure to be a […]
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Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest
AWG Appoints Derek Jones As EVP, Division Operations
Kansas City, Kansas-based Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. has appointed Derek Jones as EVP, division operations of the company, effective July 10. In this role, Jones will lead all operations functions, including divisions, corporate distribution, sales, support and services. He will report to Dan Funk, president-elect. Reporting to Jones will be Richard Kearns, EVP of distribution […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Midwest
Ohio Grocers Association Eyes CDL, Child Care Changes
Ohio’s retail economy has not been immune to the higher food prices being felt nationwide, according to Kristin Mullins, president and CEO of the Ohio Grocers Association. “While our retailers always look to provide the best prices for our customers, costs and supply chain challenges force our prices up while trying to remain competitive,” she […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Fareway Holds Ribbon Cutting For Store In Bondurant, IA
Fareway Stores Inc. hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony June 6 for its new location in Bondurant, Iowa. The 15,464-square-foot store is located at 114 Brick St. SE, formerly known as Brick Street Market. The site has been transformed into a Fareway Meat and Grocery, next to the continuously operating Brick Street Café, Elite Health + Performance […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Association News, Midwest
RF Buche Receives NGA Spirit Of America Award
The National Grocers Association has presented RF Buche with its Spirit of America Award, recognizing his commitment to the independent grocery industry and his work in his community. Buche, a fourth-generation grocer and president of South Dakota-based GF Buche Co., received the award during NGA’s Fly-In for Fair Competition, held June 6-7 in Washington, D.C. […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, Midwest
Storewise Acquires Software Company MarginMAX
Overland Park, Kansas-based Storewise has announced the acquisition of MarginMAX, a software company that enables independent grocers to manage direct store delivery and wholesaler items through a suite of cloud-based applications, including a vendor portal, pricing engine and receiving application. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. MarginMAX’s software platform more than doubles Storewise’s visibility […]
Posted inCenter Store, Executive News, Midwest
SpartanNash Names Pasch As VP, Center Store Merchandising
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has hired Brandon Pasch as VP of center store merchandising, effective immediately. Pasch will play a role in advancing the company’s merchandising transformation, developing strategy and driving results in a major segment of SpartanNash’s business. “Brandon is a skilled leader in merchandising, with extensive experience across many categories within the retail and grocery industry,” […]
Posted inHugo's Family Marketplace, Independent Store News, Midwest
Hugo’s Family Marketplace Holds Store Opening In Fosston, MN
Hugo’s Family Marketplace, along with Hugo’s Wine & Spirits and Hugo’s Xpress in Fosston, Minnesota, will be celebrating its grand opening through June 16. On June 9, the store will hold an open house and ribbon cutting from 1-6 p.m. with representatives from the mayor’s office and the EDC of Fosston. The retailer will have samples […]