Fresh Thyme Market, a better-for-you Midwest-based grocer, has released its second annual food trend predictions for 2025. The report – which is in collaboration with retail data and intelligence provider SPINS – is the only one of its kind in the region and leverages shopping behaviors to spotlight the top 10 food trends that will shape […]
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Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest, Save A Lot
Save A Lot Introduces Loyalty Rewards Program
Save A Lot has introduced its first loyalty program: Save A Lot Rewards. Provided through its mobile app, Save A Lot offers points or “dots” for shoppers to redeem for rewards at their local retailer. Though independent Save A Lot retail partners will have flexibility to customize the app with local offers, the loyalty program […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Independent Store News, Midwest
Foxtrot Café & Market Relaunches Digital Order, Delivery Service
Foxtrot Café & Market in Chicago has relaunched its app, enabling digital order ahead in-store pickup and delivery service. The company offers an expanded coffee experience and reimagined food offerings, including exclusive coffee blends and breakfast tacos, panini sandwiches and bowls and freshly baked cookies. Items, including a large spirits selection, are available for pickup […]
Posted inKeHE Distributors, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
KeHE Distributors Adds Barton To Board Of Directors
KeHE Distributors has added Kurt Barton to its board of directors, effective immediately. Barton, the EVP and CFO at Tractor Supply Co., will serve on the finance committee, as well as chair the audit committee. Barton is a finance executive with more than 30 years of experience and brings to KeHE’s board expertise across all aspects […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Feature, Midwest
Red Bridge Farm Fresh Market To Serve South Kansas City, MO
Residents of South Kansas City, Missouri, are finally getting their wish. After a nearly two-year wait, a new grocery store is preparing to open at 11212 Holmes Road in the Red Bridge shopping center. Red Bridge Farm Fresh Market is taking over the space that formerly housed Sun Fresh, which closed in early 2023 after […]
Posted inGrocery Store Layout, Midwest, SpartanNash, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash Opens Second Pilot Store For New Family Fare Strategy
SpartanNash held a grand reopening Oct. 8 for its Family Fare store in Sparta, Michigan. This redesigned location is the second pilot store in SpartanNash’s effort to deliver on its customer value proposition, providing a shopping experience centered on fresh products, convenience and value. Building on the success and insights gathered from its first pilot […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Health & Wellness, Midwest
The Kroger Co. Closes Sale Of Specialty Pharmacy Business To Elevance Health
The Kroger Co. has finalized the sale of its specialty pharmacy business to Elevance Health. The grocer announced the agreement on March 18. In closing the transaction, the retailer and Elevance Health have worked to ensure minimal disruptions for customers and associates. The specialty pharmacy serves patients with chronic illness that requires complex care. Skilled […]
Posted inBakery News, Midwest
Platinum Equity and Butterfly Acquire Rise Baking Co.
Minneapolis, Minnesota-based Rise Baking Co. has been acquired by global investment firms Platinum Equity and Butterfly. Founded in 2013, Rise Baking Co. is a provider of cookies, pies, cakes, icings, muffins and crispy bars in North America to retail bakeries, foodservice operators and distributors. Rise will continue to operate under its current management team, led by CEO Brian […]