Hy-Vee operates more than 550 retail locations, including retail, convenience, clinics and wine and spirits stores across eight Midwestern states, with plans to expand farther into and beyond the region. The Shelby Report of the Midwest’s Retailer of the Year, the West Des Moines, Iowa-based grocer announced in January that it would bring “a smile […]
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The Shelby Report of the Midwest covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Midwest
Cargill Appoints Sikes As President, CEO
Minneapolis, Minnesota-based Cargill has appointed Brian Sikes as president and CEO, effective Jan. 1. With this transition, Dave MacLennan will assume the role of executive chair of Cargill’s board of directors. Sikes brings a track record of business operation to the role, having grown the company’s global protein and salt enterprise. Sikes currently serves as Cargill’s COO, where he has […]
Posted inMidwest, Beverage News
Fresca Mixed Partners With Cohen For Cocktail Marketing Campaign
Chicago-based Fresca Mixed has partnered with host and producer Andy Cohen on the brand’s campaign featuring its ready-to-drink cocktail line. Inspired by Cohen’s passion for Fresca, the partnership will highlight how Fresca Mixed takes its grapefruit citrus taste and adds a twist to the ready-to-drink alcohol category. In his role as brand partner, Cohen will be […]
Posted inRetailer of the Year, Midwest
Hy-Vee Named 2022 Midwest Retailer Of The Year
Hy-Vee has been named The Shelby Report of the Midwest’s 2022 Retailer of the Year. The retailer operates more than 550 retail locations, including retail, convenience, clinics and wine and spirits stores across eight Midwestern states, with plans to expand father into and beyond the region. Join us in the pages that follow as we […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest, Sustainability News
Conagra Brands Recognizes Facilities For Zero Waste
Chicago-based Conagra Brands is honoring its employees who are keeping materials out of landfills through recycling and waste reduction measures. Seventeen Conagra facilities have been awarded “Zero Waste Champion” status for diverting more than 90 percent of waste materials that would have otherwise been sent to landfills. In fiscal year 2022, the 17 facilities diverted more than […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer Donates Meals Through Simply Give Thanksgiving Program
From Nov. 20-26, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer will donate one meal to Simply Give food pantries for every purchase that includes a food item from select Meijer brands. “We’ve been a part of our customers’ Thanksgiving meal traditions since we first opened our doors in 1934, which is very meaningful to us,” said Rick Keyes, president and CEO. “Our […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Fareway Hosts Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For Store In Ogden, IA
Fareway Stores hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony Nov. 15 for a store at 302 West Walnut St. in Ogden, Iowa. The store has Fastlanes, a self-service checkout option, and online ordering with curbside pickup available. Customers can save on their first online order by using the code, “OGDENFIVE,” to realize a $5 discount available through Dec. […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Deli News, Midwest
Kroger Introduces Thanksgiving Shopping Guide For Customers
Cincinnati, Ohio-based The Kroger Co. has shared its efforts to help customers from the impacts of inflation as they prepare holiday meals with a shopping guide. The grocer, who estimates the cost of turkey has risen 20 cents per pound this year, will not shift the rising cost to customers. “At Kroger, we are committed […]
Posted inCenter Store, Midwest
Reynolds Wrap Launches Three Turkey Recipes
Lake Forest, Illinois-based Reynolds Wrap has introduced three turkey recipes through its #TrendingTurkeys hashtag using viral online trends. The “It’s Corn! Turkey” features corn-infused ingredients, crusted with a cornmeal topping and served with a corn cereal and buttered corn on the cob. The Turkey Board features sides arranged on a board, charcuterie-style, with mashed potatoes, gravy and drizzled cranberry sauce. The last recipe […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest
Save A Lot Holds Bags For A Brighter Holiday Donation Program
St. Louis-based Save A Lot has begun its annual Bags for a Brighter Holiday food donation program, which supports the community by donating to local charities fighting hunger. Through Dec. 24, customers can purchase pre-assembled bags of food for $6 as they check out at the register at any of Save A Lot’s 656 participating stores nationwide. […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest
Prairie Farms, Hiland Dairy Receive Product Awards
Edwardsville, Illinois-based Prairie Farms Dairy and its joint venture partner, Hiland Dairy, won more than 40 awards at the QCS Purchasing Cooperative Annual Leadership Conference in San Diego. In October, QCS members from around the country gathered for educational sessions, networking events and an awards celebration to honor member and supply partner companies. The Prairie Farms […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Buehler’s Fresh Foods Raises Funds For Heart Association
Wooster, Ohio-based Buehler’s Fresh Foods has raised $56, 498 through its fundraising campaign for the American Heart Association. This is the fourth year in a row the company has participated. From Sept. 18-Oct. 15, Buehler’s participated in the AHA’s fundraising campaign, “Life Is Why,” inviting consumers to donate $1, $5 or $10. “The generosity of our customers […]
Posted inPackaging News, Midwest
Shake ‘N Bake Debuts New Packaging To Save Plastic Waste
Kraft Heinz and its brand, Shake ‘N Bake, have debuted new packaging to remove the plastic “shaker” bag from its products. Effective across its full product portfolio, this is the brand’s first step towards a more sustainable future, as 73 percent of consumers say they want to use less plastic, but don’t know how. In […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest
Kellogg Co., AWG Partner On $25K Feeding America Donation
Battle Creek, Michigan-based Kellogg Company and Kansas City, Kansas-based Associated Wholesale Grocers have donated $25,000 to Feeding America network food banks. The donation was made through AWG Cares, the employee-managed charitable foundation of AWG. “We share Associated Wholesale Grocers’ commitment to help ensure families are fed and fulfilled, and we’re proud to stand alongside them to support our […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Wagner’s IGA Celebrates 100 Year Anniversary
Minster, Ohio-based hometown grocery store, Wagner’s IGA, celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2022. The celebration also marks an important transition as former owner Wally Wagner Jr. will be retiring in the near future, with new owner Leo Braido taking over operations for the Minster store, as well as two other IGAs previously owned by Wagner. All three […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest
SpartanNash, Uber Expand Grocery Delivery Partnership
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has announced a new partnership with Uber Technologies to offer on-demand and scheduled grocery delivery to shoppers across the Midwest. “SpartanNash’s focus on customer-centric innovation is core to our next stage of growth,” said Masiar Tayebi, EVP and chief strategy and information officer. “Partnering with Uber is an important marker of this, meeting […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee Named To Forbes’ Best Employers For Veterans List
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee has been named to Forbes’ annual list of America’s Best Employers for Veterans. The list was determined through an independent survey by Statista, a statistics portal and industry ranking provider, that included about 7,000 American veterans working for companies employing at least 1,000 people within the U.S. Participants were asked to give their […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Midwest
IRMA Full Speed Ahead Following Merger
The Illinois Retail Merchants Association and the Illinois Food Retailers Association merged at the end of September 2021. Since then, the IRMA has taken responsibility for all grocery members across the state, according to Rob Karr, president and CEO. The two organizations had an overlap of members. The IFRA represented a majority of the independents […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest
Eatwell Market By Schnucks To Open In Chesterfield, MO
Schnuck Markets has announced the future opening of Eatwell Market by Schnucks in Chesterfield, Missouri. Located at 220 THF Blvd., the 30,000-square-foot store is expected to debut in spring 2023. Along with local offerings, the store will emphasize natural and organic foods, as well as community events. “We are excited to introduce Eatwell Market by Schnucks […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Midwest
Lone Grocer In Lacon, Jim’s IGA Likes To Help Community
Michael Lambrecht has owned Jim’s IGA for just two years. But he has been a part of the Lacon, Illinois, community since the store’s inception. Jim’s opened in 1976, Lambrecht’s father and the store’s namesake, Jim, came down from Chicago to manage what used to be a A&P grocery store. “A&P decided to get out of […]