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 […]
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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 – […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
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 […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, CERTCO Inc., Midwest
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 […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Hy-Vee To Offer 2K Free A1C Screenings In April
Hy-Vee will provide 2,000 free A1C screenings in April at select stores throughout its eight-state region. This simple blood test measures average blood sugar levels over the past three months. This is a common test used to identify prediabetes or diabetes. Registration is required for the free A1C screening and can be done online. Once registered, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest
Fareway Breaks Ground On Replacement Site In NW Iowa
Fareway Stores broke ground April 2 on a site at 175th Street and Highway 71 in Spirit Lake, Iowa, that will become home to a new 21,000-square-foot store, replacing the grocer’s current location. “The Spirit Lake Fareway has served the community with the best in customer service and quality since 1985. We are excited to […]
Posted inAssociation News, Midwest
Semmann Succeeds Scholz As WGA President, CEO
The board of directors of the Wisconsin Grocers Association (WGA) has named Mike Semmann as the organization’s new president and CEO, effective today, taking over the role from the recently retired Brandon Scholz. Semmann has more than 25 years of trade association experience and spent the last 18 months serving as the VP of government […]