Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest

Save A Lot Offers New ‘Shop The Dot’ Savings Program

In-store signage, weekly ad highlight monthly price drops, additional savings St. Louis, Missouri-based Save A Lot, one of the largest discount grocery chains in the United States, is rolling out a new savings program. The new “Shop the Dot” program launching this week is an in-store, print and digital marketing campaign designed to highlight regular […]

Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest

Conagra Brands, Wendy’s Release Canned Chili Product

Chicago-based Conagra Brands and Cleveland, Ohio-based Wendy’s are partnering to bring Wendy’s chili into homes across the country. The homestyle chili is loaded with 29 grams of protein per can, featuring an all-natural beef with a mix of peppers, beans and a tomato-based sauce. “We are thrilled to partner with Wendy’s and bring a fan-favorite to […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Midwest, Packaging News, Sustainability News

Kroger Adds Upcycled Product, Reaches Recycling Milestone

The Kroger Co. has announced its recycling program has hit a major milestone, saving more than one million pieces of Our Brands flexible plastic product packaging. The company shared it is offering customers more items with upcycled ingredients with the addition of two new Simple Truth products to advance sustainability. “We are continually looking for creative and […]

Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest

Meijer Donates Additional $1M To Simply Give Food Pantries

Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer has donated an extra $1 million to food pantries that participate in the retailer’s Simply Give hunger relief program. Overall, the retailer’s program has generated more than $80 million for food pantry partners since its 2008 inception. “One in eight Americans face food insecurity nationwide. That is a troubling statistic that reinforces why we’re so committed to addressing […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest

Yellow Banana Finalizes Closing To Invest In Six Save A Lot Stores

Yellow Banana, the owner and operator of eight Save A Lot locations in the Chicagoland area, has announced the closing March 31 of a $26.5 million investment into six stores on the South and West sides of Chicago. This transaction marks the next step in Yellow Banana’s commitment to underserved communities throughout Chicago. The investment […]

Posted inPiggly Wiggly, Feature, Midwest

Piggly Wiggly Midwest Getting Its Name ‘Back Out There’

Piggly Wiggly Midwest is continuing to look for ways to create value for its customers along with accelerating its ability to deliver best-in-class services, according to Beau Oshiro, VP and general manager. “We remain committed to satisfying our customers’ needs to the fullest and are dedicated to taking the necessary actions to achieve our overall […]

Posted inPiggly Wiggly, Feature, Midwest

Community Involvement Is ‘Secret Sauce’ For Piggly Wiggly Midwest

Headquartered in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Piggly Wiggly Midwest has been a regional institution since 1911. Founded as the Schultz Brothers Co. by brothers Herman, Arthur and Oscar Schultz, the company was a wholesale dealer dedicated to serving independent grocers.  In 1949, the brothers began operating Piggly Wiggly corporate retail stores, according to Mark McGowan, SVP of […]