Schnuck Markets soon will begin a total store remodel of its Seven Hills location at 970 East Highway 50 in O’Fallon, Illinois. Highlights of the remodel, which is expected to be complete by late fall 2025, include new decor throughout the store, a fresh sushi area, specialty cheese shop, Picadeli salad bar and Starbucks with […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Fareway, Midwest
Fareway’s Toys For Tots Campaign Raises More Than $275K
Fareway presented a check for $275,173.70 on Jan. 27 to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program in support its 2024 Toys for Tots campaign, which provides toys to children during the holiday season. Monetary and toy donations were accepted at all Fareway store locations from Nov. 24-Dec. 24. “Each year our customers […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, BJ's Wholesale Club, Midwest
BJ’s Wholesale Club Building Distribution Center In Ohio
BJ’s Wholesale Club’s fourth ambient distribution center, which is under construction in Commercial Point, Ohio, is expected to open in early 2027, joining eight BJ’s stores in the state. The center will expand the company’s supply chain capacity to support its growing footprint. Over the past five years, BJ’s has opened more than 30 stores. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, Midwest
Jim’s Market Navigates Challenges In Minnesota’s Retail Food Landscape
Paul Huber, president of Jim’s Market in Canby, Minnesota, has spent most of his life in the grocery business. From the time he began helping at his father’s store at age 12, Huber has remained dedicated to continuing his family’s tradition of running an independent grocery store. However, as he faces a rapidly changing industry, […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Midwest
AWG, Kellanova Donate $25K To Feeding America
Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. (AWG) and Kellanova recently donated $25,000 to Feeding America network food banks. The donation was made through AWG Cares, the employee-managed charitable foundation of AWG, as part of the Kellanova Better Days Promise social purpose program. “For the fourth consecutive year, we’re proud to continue our partnership with Kellanova in a […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Balls Foods, Midwest
Hen House To Build Flagship Store In Prairie Village, KS
Hen House is developing a flagship store in the former Macy’s building at 7070 Mission Road in Prairie Village, Kansas, that will replace a nearby location. The project commenced Jan. 14 with a ceremonial “wall-breaking,” marking the beginning of construction on the historic 75-year-old site. The redevelopment is a collaboration with First Washington Realty, which […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Hy-Vee, Midwest
Hy-Vee Revives Market Grille Restaurants With New Food Offerings
Hy-Vee Inc. is transitioning all of its in-store restaurants to Hy-Vee Market Grille locations, with new menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Beginning Feb. 4, all Hy-Vee restaurants will feature the new breakfast offerings. The new menus for lunch and dinner will roll out throughout February. The transition will happen in phases, after which Hy-Vee […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Dierberg’s, Midwest
Dierbergs Markets Expands Delivery Options With Uber Eats
Missouri-based Dierbergs Markets has begun a new partnership with Uber Eats, further expanding its delivery options. The collaboration makes Dierbergs’ groceries, pantry staples and ready-to-eat meals available through the Uber Eats platform. In addition to partnerships with DoorDash and Shipt, customers can browse a wide selection of Dierbergs’ offerings through the Uber Eats app or […]