Kansas City, Kansas-based Ball’s Food Stores is supporting the “Buy Fresh Buy Local” program and local chapters of the movement. August is prime time for harvesting late summer produce, such as peaches, summer squash, tomatoes, eggplants and sweet corn. Working with more than 150 local growers, the grocer provides a selection of natural and sustainable products […]
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Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest
AdAdapted Launches Shoppable Video Ads
Ann Arbor, Michigan-based AdAdapted has launched add-to-cart, shoppable video ads. Companies will have the ability to tell their brand story, while increasing conversions and gathering critical customer insight through mobile browser, mid-article or stand-alone video. AdAdapted Shoppable Video Ads enable brands to build e-commerce campaigns on its Shopping List Marketing mobile ad platform. This goes beyond standard […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest
SpartanNash Hosts National Day Of Hiring Events
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash is hosting National Day of Hiring events Aug. 16 at participating retail grocery stores and distribution centers. The National Day of Hiring events will offer candidates a chance to learn more about open SpartanNash roles, in addition to on-the-spot interviews and the potential for same-day job offers. The company will also be unveiling […]
Posted inC-Store News, Midwest
Buc-ee’s To Break Ground On First Location In Missouri
Buc-ee’s will break ground on a new travel center Aug. 23 in Springfield, Missouri. The start of construction will be celebrated with a ceremony at noon, attended by local leaders. Located at 3284 N. Mulroy Road, the new location is the first Buc-ee’s travel center in Missouri. It will occupy 53,000 square feet and offer 120 fueling positions outside its store with thousands of […]
Posted inFresh Thyme, Corporate Store News, Midwest
Fresh Thyme Market Celebrates Re-Opening Of Grand Rapids, MI
Downers Grove, Illinois-based Fresh Thyme Market is celebrating its grand re-opening at at 2470 Burton St. SE in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The remodeled store features more than 4,000 new items storewide, including hundreds of new beer, wine and liquor products featuring local Michigan and Grand Rapid breweries and distilleries, more sushi offerings, abundant fresh flowers and a […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Fareway To Purchase Brick Street Market In Bondurant, IA
Fareway Stores has agreed to purchase the existing Brick Street Market and Café at 114 Brick St. SE in Bondurant, Iowa. The 20,000-square-foot store opened in 2014 and Fareway plans to finalize the purchase and transition in early 2023. “We are excited to expand Fareway Meat & Grocery into Bondurant,” said Reynolds W. Cramer, CEO. “We […]
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Hy-Vee To Host Dietitian Events For Back-To-School Season
During August, West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee dietitians will host a series of programs and workshops focused on helping kids and families prepare for the upcoming school year. Free Kids in the Hy-Vee Kitchen (Virtual) – Each month, the Hy-Vee dietitian team hosts free virtual cooking classes. The goal is to help kids become comfortable and confident […]
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SpartanNash Remodels Knapp’s Corner D&W Fresh Market
SpartanNash celebrated the opening of its newly remodeled Knapp’s Corner D&W Fresh Market Aug. 10. Located at 2022 Apple Orchard Ave. NE in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the D&W Fresh Market grocery store has been upgraded to feature a modern look and provide a better shopping experience. The renovated store features more than 160 local brands, offering […]