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MGA Recognizes 2021 Award Winners, Hall Of Fame Inductees

The Minnesota Grocers Association, based in St. Paul, recently presented its annual awards recognizing the “best of the best” – those in the industry who demonstrate excellence, have made significant contributions and are highly respected by their peers. This year’s award winners were presented by MGA Board Chair Doug Winsor and MGA President Jamie Pfuhl […]

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Hy-Vee Unveils Wall To Wall Wine And Spirits Store Format

West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee is introducing Wall to Wall Wine and Spirits, a new division of the company focused on providing a best-in-class wine, spirits and beer selection in a modern, standalone format that enhances customer experience. The new stores will feature a large selection of wine, spirits and craft beer. The eclectic selection will […]

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New Bertolli d’Italia Sauces Bring Tuscany To The Table

The Bertolli brand, based in Mount Prospect, Illinois, has unveiled Bertolli d’Italia, a premium line of sauces made in Italy. The new line is crafted with tomatoes vine-ripened under the Italian sun, finely aged Italian cheeses, fresh cream and Mediterranean olive oil. Inspired by Tuscan culinary traditions and technique, the new line of sauces delivers Tuscan-style cooking and is […]

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Kansas City Chiefs And Super Bowl Champ Kelce Teams Up With Hy-Vee

Super Bowl champion Travis Kelce has joined forces with Midwestern grocery retailer Hy-Vee for the upcoming football season through 2025 for promotional and charitable campaigns supporting Kelce’s foundation – 87 & Running. Beginning this season, Hy-Vee will donate $1,000 to 87 & Running for every touchdown scored by the Pro Bowl tight end. Hy-Vee also […]

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Henny Penny Donates $100K Equipment Package To Gem City Market

Henny Penny Corp. recently made a major donation of foodservice equipment, training and support to Gem City Market, a newly opened cooperative grocery store serving residents on the northwest side of downtown Dayton, Ohio. Gem City Market is one of a small number of co-ops in Ohio, and may be the first full-scale grocery store […]

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Meijer Reveals Back To School Trends For In-Class Learning

When it comes to families teaming up for back-to-school shopping, Meijer reveals self-expression is a key consideration. The Midwestern retailer says their enthusiasm for a return to classroom learning is revealing trends that have them shopping earlier with a special focus that reflects their students’ desire to go back in style.  With expectations for one […]

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Uncrustables Launch Uncured Pepperoni Bites And Pepperoni Roll-Ups

Uncrustables, headquartered in Orrville, Ohio, has released new Uncured Pepperoni Bites, available nationwide, and Uncured Pepperoni Roll-Ups, available at Kroger and Target now and retailers nationwide in October.  Uncrustables Uncured Pepperoni Bites are bread bites made with marinara sauce, natural uncured pepperoni and mozzarella cheese. Microwave to heat and eat. Each pouch of two bites takes less than […]