As we move into the second quarter of the year, the longer days and warmer weather signal the arrival of peak production season. With daylight savings and tax season behind us, it’s time to refresh, reorganize and prepare for the busiest quarter of the year. At Crazy Fresh, we know that success in Q2 sets […]
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Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest, News, Schnucks
Schnucks Joins DoorDash For On-Demand Delivery
Schnucks Markets Inc. has begun a partnership with DoorDash to provide consumers with access to on-demand delivery of groceries and daily essentials, as well as accept SNAP/EBT payments on the DoorDash Marketplace. “Consumers look to DoorDash to shop fresh, affordable groceries on-demand,” said Mike Goldblatt, VP of grocery and retail partnerships. “We’re thrilled to welcome […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest, News, SpartanNash
SpartanNash Packs 500K Meals On Helping Hands Day
SpartanNash continued its support of disaster relief by mobilizing 850 volunteers for its annual Helping Hands Day. This year, the company packed 500,000 meals and 5,000 hygiene kits, an estimated retail value of $1.7 million. Each box packed will feed a family of four for one week and will be distributed by nonprofit Convoy of Hope to […]
Posted inBakery News, Frozen Food, News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Wins Big At National Pie Championship
Southeastern Grocers LLC (SEG) received six first-place blue ribbon awards at the National Pie Championships hosted by the American Pie Council. Competing against top industry bakers across North America, the following Southeastern Grocers’ pies garnered honors in the commercial baker division: Caramel Apple Pie, 8-inch; Chocolate Cherry Pie, 8-inch (select stores); Peaches and Cream Pie, […]
Posted inMarket Profile, News, Southwest
Founder Of Houston’s Little Red Box Grocery Continues Food-Access Mission
Sam Newman was fresh out of a meeting with the Houston Downtown Management District when The Shelby Report of the Southwest caught up with him April 1. That meeting involved his mission to connect people and fresh food in areas where those connections currently aren’t being made. Newman’s mission started to take form after he […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southwest, Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market Celebrates Supplier All-Stars
Austin, Texas-based Whole Foods Market has named the recipients of its annual Supplier All-Star Awards, recognizing 16 brands aligned with the grocer’s core values. This year’s recipients represent an array of emerging and established brands that have made a mark during their two to 30 years on the retailer’s shelves. They include Acme Smoked Fish […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix Celebrates Store Opening In Margate, FL
Publix Super Markets opened a new store April 17 at Palm Lakes Plaza in Margate. The 51,390-square-foot store has departments for grocery, dairy, frozen food, seafood, meat and fresh produce, as well as a full-service bakery, deli and pharmacy. “We are excited to welcome customers to their new Publix,” said Lindsey Willis, Publix media relations […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, West
Sprouts Awards $250K In Grants To Support Youth Culinary Education
The Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation has awarded $250,000 in Get Kids Cooking grants to support youth culinary education programs. An estimated 7,000 students at 25 schools nationwide will participate in the program. “Hands-on experiences preparing fresh snacks and meals help kids build real skills and a positive connection with healthy eating,” said Lyndsey Waugh, executive […]