Schnuck Markets has donated $125,000 to support the Urban League through the fourth annual “Round Up at the Register” campaign that celebrated Black History Month, held from Feb. 7-20. Customers donated $112,615 and Schnucks provided an additional $12,385. Shoppers had the option at checkout to round up their purchases to the nearest dollar, with 100 percent […]
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Meijer Opening Three Supercenters In Two States May 14
May 14 is shaping up as a big day for Meijer after the retailer announced it will open three new 159,000-square-foot supercenters in two states – Alliance and North Canton, Ohio, and Hillsdale, Michigan. The Meijer supercenters will feature traditional grocery staples, such as fresh produce, bakery, meat and deli, as well as a floral […]
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Tickets Available For Meijer LPGA Classic
The 10th annual Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will tee off June 13-16 at Blythefield Country Club in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The previous nine tournaments have generated more than $10 million to feed families across the Midwest through the retailer’s Simply Give program. “Since 2014, we’ve remained committed to keeping our general admission tickets affordable so families can […]
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Independents Impacted By Warm Winter In North Dakota
Weather can greatly influence shopper behavior and that was the case in North Dakota this winter. The state, which is normally cold and snowy from November through March, has been exactly opposite of what its 780,000 residents typically experience. John “Jiggs” Dyste, president of the North Dakota Grocers Association, pointed out that the change in […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest
Willy Street Co-op Deploys eGrowcery To Improve Experience
Willy Street Co-op, a group of cooperative supermarkets in Wisconsin, has deployed digital ordering and fulfillment solutions from eGrowcery, a retail food industry e-commerce platform for grocers. Willy Street Co-op is offering online shopping of nearly its entire product range for customer pick up or delivery. “Our primary stakeholders – the cooperative’s members and employees – […]
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Schnucks Begins Healthier Habits Steps Challenge For Members
As part of the company’s Healthier Habits initiative, Schnucks Markets is inviting rewards members to participate in a community-wide steps challenge, open to those in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin. Through April 30, participants can earn $5 in Schnucks Rewards points each week by reaching the steps challenge goal of 50,000 steps per week, an average […]
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Certco Recognized As Top Workplace By Wisconsin State Journal
Certco has been recognized as a 2024 Top Workplace in the state by the Wisconsin State Journal. “I am thrilled to announce that Certco has been recognized as a Top Workplace in Wisconsin by the Wisconsin State Journal for 2024,” said Amy Niemetscheck, president and CEO. “I want to express my gratitude to each team […]
Posted inBakery News, Midwest
Gonnella Expands Brioche To C-Store, Retail Foodservice
Gonnella Baking Co. has introduced new brioche buns for c-store and retail foodservice. The new brioche buns provide the flavor and texture of brioche bread, while being certified Kosher, vegan-friendly and made in its sesame seed-free facilities. Gonnella developed the soft brioche to maintain quality standards and support all types of sandwiches. Product testing demonstrated […]