Family Fare, VG’s Grocery and Martin’s Super Markets are reducing prices on grocery items throughout their stores heading into the summer grilling season, according to the three banners, all members of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies. At Family Fare and VG’s, the “New Lower Prices” – most of which are 6-15 percent lower […]
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Missouri Extends Healthy SNAP Timeline; MRGA Applauds Decision
Missouri grocers and retailers will have more time to prepare for the state’s Healthy SNAP initiative. The Missouri Department of Social Services announced an updated implementation timeline for the program, establishing a new launch date of Feb. 15, 2027, according to the department. The extension is intended to give DSS time to continue collaborating with […]
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Schnucks’ ‘Fresh Guarantee’ Features Full Refunds, Exchanges
Schnuck Markets Inc. has announced “Fresh Guarantee,” a promise to customers that purchases from the grocer’s fresh departments are guaranteed fresh. If customers are not satisfied with the freshness of a perishable item bought from the floral, produce, bakery, deli, meat, seafood or dairy departments, Schnucks will exchange it or issue a full refund with […]
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Kroger Announces Summer-Long Series of 4X Fuel Points Events
The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) has announced a summer-long series of 4X Fuel Points events to help customers save more on everyday purchases. Using Fuel Points, shoppers can save up to $35 on their next fill-up from rewards earned when shopping for everyday essentials, summer cookouts or holiday celebrations. “At Kroger, we’re focused on helping […]
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New-Look Piggly Wiggly Welcomed In Milwaukee, WI
Piggly Wiggly has completed its second major refresh of 2026, celebrating the grand reopening of its store at 123 W. Oklahoma Ave. in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Shaped by shopper feedback, the renovation modernized the in-store experience while matching the aesthetic of the city’s Bay View neighborhood. Shopper-driven upgrades The updated Piggly Wiggly now features what Bay […]
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Hy-Vee Selling 21 Fast & Fresh C-Stores To Pump & Pantry
Hy-Vee has agreed to sell 21 standalone Fast & Fresh convenience store locations to Bosselman Pump & Pantry, a Nebraska-based fourth-generation fuel and convenience retailer, the companies announced June 5. The deal is expected to close in July, after which the locations will be rebranded under the Pump & Pantry banner. For Hy-Vee, the divestiture […]
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B&R Stores Deploys Simbe’s Tally Inventory Robot In Lincoln, NE
B&R Stores has introduced Simbe’s Store Intelligence platform – powered by the autonomous shelf‑scanning robot Tally – to select locations in Lincoln, Nebraska. The technology captures real‑time, shelf‑level data on product availability, pricing and placement, giving store teams visibility to respond faster and elevate the shopper experience. “We are committed to delivering the highest quality […]
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KeHE Holiday Show Returns To Chicago With Deals, Global Pavilion
KeHE Distributors will hold its 2026 Holiday Show June 10‑11 in Chicago, with more than 900 exhibitors and 1,000 retailers expected. The event also offers virtual access on KeHE CONNECT through June 19. The show focuses on innovation, consumer trends and seasonal buying, with exclusive show‑only deals designed to help independent retailers and regional chains […]