National Confectioners Association opened the 2024 Sweets & Snacks Expo May 14 to record-breaking numbers at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis. The show is “going to be giant,” according to Greg Guidotti, CMO of Ferrara Candy Co. and chair of the Sweets & Snacks Expo committee. The expo is expected to break records, featuring […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
The G.F. Buche Co. Promotes Sangster, McFayden
The G.F. Buche Company has promoted Brenda Sangster and Chris McFayden. Sangster started with the G.F. Buche Company in 2014 with the task of bringing the accounting operations back to the company after being outsourced for years. She started as the controller and quickly became the director of finance. On April 15, she was promoted […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest, Schnucks
Schnucks Markets To Discontinue Eatwell Market Banner
After consideration, Schnucks Markets will discontinue its Eatwell Market by Schnucks banner, which operated stores in Columbia and Chesterfield, Missouri. All store teammates will remain employed with the company and will retain the same rates of pay. The 41,700-square-foot Columbia, Missouri, location at 111 South Providence Road will soon begin converting to a traditional Schnucks […]
Posted inCenter Store, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
AWG Brands’ Introduces New Paper Assortments, Sizes, Scents
AWG Brands, the private brands of Associated Wholesale Grocers, has launched a new paper program in two of its private brands, Best Choice and Always Save. With more than 20 products to help AWG member retailers compete in this competitive category, the new paper program provides a difference in the assortment and quality to all markets served. […]
Posted inAssociation News, Midwest
Missouri Grocery Industry Gets Its Day At State Capitol
The Missouri Grocers Association’s recent Grocers Day at the state capitol was filled with education, networking and advocacy aimed at advancing the interests of the grocery industry in the Show-Me State. Held April 30-May 1, the event began with an education session led by Brad Brayshaw, representing ReposiTrak. Brayshaw discussed the Food Safety Modernization Act […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Hailed For Mental Health In Workplace Efforts
The Kroger Co. has been awarded the 2024 Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, an upgraded rating from previous years. The Bell Seal program from Mental Health America (MHA) is a first-of-its-kind workplace certification that recognizes employers who strive to create mentally healthy workplaces for employees. “The Bell Seal certification recognizes Kroger’s unwavering dedication […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Meijer, Midwest
Meijer LPGA Ups Donation Goal For 10th Anniversary
In celebration of its 10th anniversary, the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give is increasing its 2023 donation goal of $1.25 million to $2 million. The retailer kicked off the effort by making a $500,000 donation May 7 at the Meijer LPGA Classic Media Day event at Blythefield Country Club in Belmont, Michigan. “As we […]
Posted inProduce News, Midwest
2024 Michigan Asparagus Season Begins
The Michigan Asparagus season has begun and the vegetable will be arriving in stores about a week earlier than normal due to a warmer winter. Currently, volume is on track with thick asparagus ready to take center stage on plates and in bowls nationwide. As shoppers prioritize living a healthier lifestyle, cooking at home has […]