SpartanNash and its foundation achieved a record-breaking donation following the eighth annual in-store fundraiser supporting food pantries across the Midwest. The fundraiser, which ran from Oct. 25-Nov. 27, raised about $480,000 through donations from store guests and employees at participating SpartanNash-operated retail stores, including Family Fare, Martin’s Super Markets, D&W Fresh Market and fuel centers. The SpartanNash Foundation pledged an additional $85,000 to […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Fareway, Feature, Midwest
Fareway Stores’ Headquarters Moves To Johnston, IA
Fareway Stores has completed the move to its new corporate headquarters in Johnston, Iowa, a suburb west of Des Moines that’s about a 30-minute drive from the grocer’s former base in Boone, north of the city. However, the Boone complex continues to be home to more than 100 staff members on the wholesale/warehouse side of […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest, SpartanNash
SpartanNash Reveals Recipients Of 2024 Our Family Scholarships
SpartanNash has named the recipients of its 2024 Our Family Scholarship, awarding 25 students with $2,500 scholarships in recognition of “outstanding service to their local communities.” “We are committed to helping our retail stores and independent grocer customers give back to the communities they serve by honoring standout students who have made a difference,” said SpartanNash EVP and Chief […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Fresh Thyme, Midwest
Fresh Thyme Market Recognized In Cincinnati Best Awards
Fresh Thyme Market, a Midwest-based grocer, has announced that its Harper’s Point Cincinnati location has been recognized as one of the top three nutrition/vitamin/supplement stores in USA Today’s Cincinnati Best Awards. The awards program – part of the larger Community Choice Awards initiative by USA Today Network – recognizes and celebrates businesses and organizations in more than 70 […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest, Snacks Brands
Hostess Introduces Refreshed Logo, Packaging
Hostess, an Orrville, Ohio-based snacks company, has unveiled a new logo and packaging design as part of a refresh of the brand, modernizing its look and feel to enhance appeal with new consumers. The updated logo retains the trademark heart, reflecting that the brand’s core values remain intact, while offering a new font style and […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Hy-Vee, Midwest
Hy-Vee Partners With Grocery TV To Elevate Retail Media Network
Hy-Vee has partnered with Grocery TV, an in-store retail media platform, to use its in-house technology to power more than 10,000 screens at key shopper touchpoints including entrance, checkout, service departments, aisles and end caps. Grocery TV will connect Hy-Vee’s screens to The Trade Desk, enabling RedMedia, Hy-Vee’s retail media network, to manage their off-site […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Executive News, Midwest, Schnucks
Schnucks Markets Promotes Henry To Chief Data, Information Officer
Schnucks Markets’ is promoting Tom Henry to chief data and information officer, effective Dec. 20. The move follows the retirement announcement of Chief Information and Supply Chain Officer Bob Hardester, who since 2014 has helmed the company’s information technology, cyber security and digital experience, as well as supply chain, transportation and logistics areas. Henry, who […]
Posted inAssociation News, Midwest
IGIA Recognizes Industry Leaders During Hall Of Fame Dinner
The Iowa Grocery Industry Association (IGIA) recently recognized its 2024 Hall of Fame winners for their commitment to advancing the grocery, convenience and food industries. “Each year, we are proud to celebrate the exceptional companies and individuals whose dedication and leadership continue to shape the future of the grocery and food industry,” said Michelle Hurd, […]