Cincinnati, Ohio-based The Kroger Co. has released its 2021 Environmental, Social and Governance report and shared its new long-term ESG strategy and framework to benefit people and the planet, and to help create a more resilient, equitable food system. “As a grocery retailer, Kroger is committed to advancing positive impacts for people and our planet […]
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Buehler’s Fresh Foods To Open In Galion, Ohio, In Late October
Buehler’s Fresh Foods will become the newest addition to Galion West Shopping Center where the local, independent, employee-owned grocery store will open in October. The new store occupies a 21,700-square-foot space at the intersection of SR 598 and Route 19 in the heart of Galion, Ohio’s primary retail corridor. The new store will offer a […]
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Buehler’s Fresh Foods Certified As 2021 Great Place To Work
Wooster, Ohio-based Buehler’s Fresh Foods has been certified by Great Place to Work. The award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Buehler’s. Great Place to Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased […]
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Minnesota Grocers Association Holds 33rd Annual Best Bagger Contest
The Minnesota Grocers Association held its 33rd annual statewide Best Bagger Contest on Aug. 14 at the MGA office in St. Paul, Minnesota. Contestants came from across the state to compete for the title of Minnesota’s Best Bagger. This is a fun, fast-paced and entertaining contest that is important to the MGA and its […]
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Buehler’s President And CEO Shanahan Inducted Into OGA Hall Of Fame
On Oct. 29, the Ohio Grocers Association will present its Hall of Fame award to Dan Shanahan, president and CEO of Buehler’s Fresh Foods. The ceremony will take place at the Wooster Country Club at 3:30 p.m. in Wooster, Ohio, and is open to the public. The OGA Hall of Fame is comprised of individuals […]
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Gone Rogue Offers Snack World New Turkey Bites
Land O’Frost Inc., a brand of pre-sliced deli meats and a producer of specialty meats headquartered in Munster, Indiana, has added All-Natural Turkey Bites to its selection of protein-centric snacks under its brand Gone Rogue. “Our team is always in the pursuit of ‘better’ – better ingredients, better snacking and better fuel for that on-the-go […]
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Fareway Promotes Piklapp, McCormick And Moran On Executive Team
Fareway CEO Reynolds W. Cramer announced on Aug. 17 the following executive team promotions: President: Garrett S. Piklapp; Chief Retail Officer: Michael (Mike) J. McCormick; and Chief Financial Officer: Jacob (Jake) W. Moran. “Garrett and Mike have been important members of our leadership team for many years, and we are excited to have Jake join […]
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Needler’s Fresh Market Unveils Plans For Carmel Opening In August
Fresh Encounter Inc., grocery management company for Needler’s Fresh Market, will be opening its new Needler’s location at 4755 E 126th St. in Carmel, Indiana, on Aug. 20. “We appreciate the enthusiasm of shoppers in Carmel who are wanting an independent, full-service, convenient grocery store on Carmel’s east side” said Julie Needler Anderson, marketing director. […]