The organization recognized grocer Michelle Harrington and vendor Lipari Foods during its 2026 Awards Banquet.
Category: Midwest
The Shelby Report of the Midwest covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Center Store, Frozen Food, Midwest, Perishables, Suppliers
Roskam Foods To Centralize Cereal, Granola Production In MI
The move will result in the closure of the contract manufacturer’s San Dimas, California, production facility.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Independent Store News, Midwest, News
Prodx, Hy-Vee Extend Partnership Around E-Commerce Personalization
Buy-again suggestions, substitutions, personalization and digital merchandising are run by Prodx on Hy-Vee’s online shopping platform.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, Meijer, Midwest, News
Meijer Opens Grocery Format Store In Livonia, MI
Among the store’s features is a “Local Favorites” endcap featuring Southeast Michigan products such as Downriver Chips and Faygo Soda.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Center Store, Featured News, Health & Wellness, Midwest, News
Busch’s Grows Center Store Offerings As Part Of Refresh In Canton, MI
More household, wellness and nutrition products were also part of the transformation of the location.
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Frozen Food, Midwest, News, Suppliers
Indiana Packers Opens $44M Freezer DC At Its Delphi HQ
The 96,761-square-foot facility more than doubles the pork processor’s warehouse space.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News
Buche Launches Emergency Food Distributions To Rosebud Sioux
Severe storms impacted Rosebud Sioux Tribe communities in South Dakota, prompting Team Buche Cares to mobilize.
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Featured News, Independent Store News, Midwest, News, Online Grocery Technology, Pharmacy
Meijer Adds Schedule-Ahead Vaccine Feature, Expands Mobile Clinics
Customers can schedule vaccination appointments even before vaccines arrive in the retailer’s inventory.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Hy-Vee, Midwest, News
Hy-Vee Sponsoring Veterans Day At Iowa State Fair On Aug. 17
On Monday, Aug. 17, active and former U.S. military can receive $12 gate admission for themselves and a companion.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, Meijer, Midwest, News, Sustainability News
EVgo Opens Flagship Charging Station At Metro Detroit Meijer Near GM
The station has the capability of delivering a full charge in as little as 15 minutes, depending on the vehicle.
Posted inDairy News, Corporate Store News, Deli News, Midwest, News, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Cheese Becomes Edible Art At Indiana State Fair
The annual cheese sculpture takes about 250 hours to complete, “The Cheese Lady” Sarah Kaufmann says.
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Association News, Featured News, Lipari Foods, Midwest, News
Lipari Foods Named 2026 WGA Vendor Of The Year
The award recognizes vendors that go beyond sales and product delivery to help WGA members grow, innovate and succeed.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Dierberg’s, Featured News, Midwest, News
Dierbergs’ 29th Store Opening Soon In St. Charles, MO
The store at the Market at 370 development on New Town Boulevard opens Aug. 18.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Independent Store News, Midwest, Schnucks
Schnucks Continues On Digital Enhancement Track
The two new digital shopping features include the AI-powered shopping assistant and an enhanced interactive weekly ad.
Posted inNews, Center Store, Midwest, Packaging News, Suppliers
Updated Jif Packaging To Begin Arriving On Shelves This Fall
Parent company Smucker is updating the peanut butter’s packaging for the first time in more than 30 years.
Posted inMarketing News, Aisle Watch, Center Store, Featured News, Midwest, News, Organic Natural
Fresh Thyme Running $5K Gift Card Giveaway With 5 Vendors
President Liz Zolcak said the giveaway is “another opportunity to support and reward our customers.”
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Featured News, Midwest, News
Missouri Grocers Navigating SNAP Confusion, Rising Labor Costs, Supply Chain Disruptions
MRGA CEO Dan Shaul discusses Missouri grocers’ outlook, Healthy SNAP implementation, labor costs, tax policy, supply chain challenges and succession planning.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Equipment & Technology, Independent Store News, Midwest, News
Trig’s Markets Deploys Loyalty, Fuel Rewards Platform
A mobile app, in-store kiosks, digital promotions and integrated fuel rewards are part of the program.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, Meijer, Midwest, News
Late September Openings Planned By Meijer In IN, MI
Both locations will have adjacent Meijer Express fuel stations opening Sept. 2 where customers can get beverages, snacks and prepared food.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, Midwest, News, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Central Finishes Pay Less Remodel In Lafayette, IN
The Beck Lane location is a part of an “ambitious” investment plan for the division this year.