The Minnesota Grocers Association presented its 2023 MGA Legislator of the Year award to Representative Kristin Robbins at its annual legislative dinner on Jan. 31 at the St. Paul Hotel in St. Paul, Minnesota. Each year, the Minnesota Grocers Association acknowledges a lawmaker who demonstrates commitment to the food industry. The 2023 MGA Legislator of […]
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Minnesota Grocers Association Holds Annual Bipartisan Bag-Off
The Minnesota Grocers Association hosted its sixth Annual Bipartisan Bag-Off Jan. 31 at the Minnesota State Capitol. This event highlighted the Minnesota food industry and the impact it has on serving consumers, providing careers and investing in its communities. The bag-off featured representation from each of the four legislative caucuses and a member from the […]
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KeHE’s Summer Show To Feature New Products, Trends
KeHE Distributors will feature top trends, merchandising ideas and expert industry insights throughout its 2023 KeHE Summer Show. The event will be held in Nashville, Tennessee, from Feb. 7-8 and online in KeHE Connect through Feb. 15. The show is the industry event for its suppliers and retailers to see the latest trends and get exclusive […]
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Meijer Introduces Products With Black History Month Packaging
In celebration of Black History Month, Meijer has launched a collection of products featuring the art of three Black Midwestern artists – Dana Powell-Smith, Melina Brann and Shaunt’e Lewis – on products in every supercenter. The collection includes a mix of paintings and digital art printed on decorative pillows, stationery, gift bags, canvas tote bags, key rings, kitchen towels and […]
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Strack & Van Til Raises $574K For Nonprofits In Indiana
Highland, Indiana-based Strack & Van Til has donated $574,110 through its Checkout Challenge Round Up to various charities and organizations in the communities it serves throughout Northwest Indiana. Customers across the region could choose to round up their purchase to the nearest dollar when shopping. The extra funds are donated to the designated charity or organization for […]
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Hy-Vee Offers 1K Free Cholesterol Screenings In February
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee is offering several events in February to encourage people to keep their health goals, including 1,000 free cholesterol screenings at more than 50 stores throughout its eight-state region. This test requires a blood draw and is an important practice that should be done regularly. A cholesterol screening and can provide people with […]
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Hy-Vee Partners With Children’s Charity For Round Up Campaign
Hy-Vee is partnering with Variety – the Children’s Charity to conduct a round up at the register campaign to raise funds for children who are at-risk, underprivileged, critically ill or living with special needs. “Variety is one of Hy-Vee’s longest-standing charitable partners. Since 1983, Hy-Vee has raised nearly $20 million for Variety to improve the […]
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Fareway Donates $319K Through Toys For Tots Campaign
Boone, Iowa-based Fareway recently presented a check for more than $319,000 to the U.S. Marine Corps for its Toys for Tots campaign. In addition, more than 75 pallets of toys were collected and donated. Monetary and toy donations were accepted at all Fareway store locations from Nov. 25-Dec. 24. “Our generous customers continue to go […]