Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. has shared America’s favorite candies heading into the Halloween season. The grocer, who sells millions of pounds of candy each year, revealed that it expects shoppers will again reach for Hershey’s Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups to fill their baskets more than any other candy this Halloween. “We expect our shoppers will […]
Category: Midwest
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 inPackaging News, Midwest
Heinz Releases ‘Tomato Blood Ketchup’ Bottle For Halloween
Chicago-based Heinz has announced the return of Heinz Tomato Blood Ketchup, a limited edition bottle for Halloween. The brand enlisted the help of Toby, a vegetarian vampire influencer. Through an informational PSA, Toby hopes to convert his fellow vampires to enjoy tomato blood and spare the necks of humans. “Being a vegetarian vampire and only […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest
Funeral Services For ‘Rich’ Niemann Sr. Planned Oct. 6
Niemann Foods Chairman Emeritus Richard Henry “Rich” Niemann Sr., 91, of Quincy, Illinois, died on Sept. 25, 2022, at his home. There will be a Catholic funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Oct. 6 at the Church of St. Peter, 2600 Maine St. in Quincy, followed by private graveside services at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee Awards $50K In Grants During Kansas City Showcase
Hy-Vee awarded $50,000 to local minority- and women-owned businesses during the Hy-Vee OpportUNITY Inclusive Business Summit at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Missouri. During the pitch competition component of the event, 15 companies from around the Midwest presented to a panel of judges and more than 400 attendees. Company leaders were able […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Schnucks Introduces Flexforce Employment Options
Beginning Oct. 3, select St. Louis-based Schnucks stores will offer employees a flex assignment option, allowing people to optimize their work schedules by selecting shifts and store locations that best fit their personal schedules. “At Schnucks, a primary goal is to position our employees for success, and we are excited to offer this new opportunity […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Marks Anniversary Of Zero Hunger, Zero Waste Plan
Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. celebrated the five-year anniversary of its Zero Hunger | Zero Waste social and environmental impact plan. Launched in 2017, the program remains the centerpiece of the company’s environmental, social and governance strategy. It is widely recognized as an industry-leading platform for collective action and systems change. “As America’s largest grocer, Kroger […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest, Supply Chain News
Walmart Opens Next Generation Fulfillment Center In Joliet, IL
On Sept. 29, leaders from Walmart, government officials and community members celebrated the grand opening of its 1,100,00-square-foot next generation fulfillment center at 3501 S. Brandon Rd. in Joliet, Illinois. Walmart’s fulfillment center stores millions of items that are picked, packed and shipped to customers. The facility also fulfills marketplace items shipped by Walmart Fulfillment Services, […]
Posted inBakery News, Midwest
Arrowhead Mills Launches Complete Brand Refresh
Chicago-based Arrowhead Mills is debuting a new look featuring a redesigned logo, refreshed packaging, a revamped website and two new SKUs: Organic Oat Flour Pancake & Waffle Mix and Organic Apple Cider Pancake & Waffle Mix. The look is a nod to the evolution of Arrowhead Mills, which recently celebrated its 50th anniversary. The brand is also celebrating […]
Posted inMeijer, Midwest, Produce News
Meijer To Offer Discounts On Produce For SNAP Customers
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer will begin offering special discounts on fruits and vegetables for its SNAP customers. The initiative – which will include discounts from 5-10 percent on SNAP purchases on qualifying produce – is thanks to a waiver granted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture that Meijer applied for earlier this year. “As a […]
Posted inMeijer, Grocery Store Layout, Midwest, Sustainability News
Meijer Unveils Rain Gardens To Improve Water Quality At Store
In an effort to improve the water quality in Ox Creek and support pollinators that are critical for local agriculture, Meijer partnered with the Berrien County Drain Commission and the Southwest Michigan Planning Commission to install four rain gardens throughout its Benton Harbor store parking lot. The project is comprised of three small rain gardens in […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Schnucks Announces Intention To Acquire Fricks Market Stores
St. Louis, Missouri-based Schnuck Markets has announced its intent to acquire two Fricks Market stores, located at 401 Central Ave. in Union, Missouri, and 45 North Clark St. in Sullivan, Missouri. The Union store will remain open as Fricks Market through Oct. 23, when it will close for three days before reopening on Oct. 27 […]
Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Midwest
BJ’s Wholesale Club To Open First Indiana Location
BJ’s Wholesale Club will open its first store in Indiana on Sept. 30. The opening of the store at 13210 Tegler Drive in Noblesville will bring the retailer’s number of U.S. locations to 231. The new club will have a BJ’s Gas location on-site and offer members low fuel prices, with the opportunity to earn extra savings through BJ’s […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest
AdAdapted, WeStock Partner To Help Brands Grow Sales
Ann Arbor, Michigan-based AdAdapted and WeStock have joined forces to help emerging brands grow distribution and ensure they stay on shelves by increasing sales. In today’s competitive environment, small and emerging brands must find ways to drive purchase intent and build awareness. According to Nielsen, 15 percent of new consumer packaged goods products are still around in […]
Posted inExecutive News, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
SpartanNash Hires Zube As SVP, Chief Human Resources Officer
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has announced Nicole Zube as its new SVP, chief human resources officer, effective immediately. Zube joins SpartanNash from Kellogg Company, where she most recently served as head of human resources – U.S. commercial. “Nicole is an accomplished people leader with invaluable experience managing a large-scale, global workforce within the food industry,” said Tony Sarsam, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Schnucks Begins Register Round Up To Support United Way
St. Louis-based Schnucks has begun a “Round Up at the Register” campaign to support the United Way of Greater St. Louis. Through Oct. 4, customers in the St. Louis metropolitan area will be able to contribute to the nonprofit at checkout by rounding up their grocery purchases to the nearest dollar. Customers who use self-checkouts and wish to donate […]
Posted inBeverage News, Midwest
Fire Department Coffee Releases Spirit-Infused Nitro Cold Brew
Rockford, Illinois-based Fire Department Coffee made its entry into the ready-to-drink category Sept. 20 with the release of Fire Dept. Coffee Nitro Cold Brew. The cornerstone of the line, Nitro Irish Coffee, is a non-alcoholic canned Nitro Cold Brew infused with real whiskey and cream. It is available, alongside three additional varieties: Nitro-Charged Latte, Nitro-Charged Shellback […]
Posted inMeijer, Frozen Food, Midwest, Sustainability News
Meijer Recognized By EPA For Low Refrigerant Emissions Rate
For the second consecutive year, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer was recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency’s GreenChill Program for having the lowest corporate-wide refrigerant emissions rate out of all the GreenChill Partners over the past year. As an active participant in the EPA’s program since 2012, the retailer has made reducing its refrigerant leak rate […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, Sustainability News
Hy-Vee Earns U.S. EPA’s GreenChill Recognition
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee has earned a GreenChill recognition from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its work to reduce refrigerant emissions and decrease its environmental impact. Hy-Vee was honored with the GreenChill recognition for superior goal achievement, awarded to GreenChill partners that achieve their annual GreenChill refrigerant emissions reduction goal. EPA’s GreenChill Program is a voluntary […]
Posted inAssociation News, Midwest
MGA Presents Sen. Nelson With ‘Legislator Of The Year’ Award
The Minnesota Grocers Association has presented its 2022 MGA Legislator of the Year award to Sen. Carla Nelson. Each year, the association acknowledges a lawmaker who demonstrates outstanding commitment to the food industry of Minnesota. Nelson was recognized for her work in the last biennium as the chair of the Senate taxes committee. “Sen. Nelson […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Merchandising News, Midwest
Meijer Seeks Local Artisans For Frederik’s Product Line
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer is seeking products from local chefs and culinary artisans to be featured in its Frederik’s by Meijer line of innovative food. Prospective vendors interested in partnering with the retailer to expand their retail-ready products onto its shelves under the retailer’s foodie-focused line can submit for consideration by Oct. 21. Those selected will partner with […]