The American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) has named Carol Blake as SVP of communications, effective June 15. In this role, Blake will lead AFFI’s integrated communications strategy, including public affairs, media relations, stakeholder engagement, member communications, and brand positioning. Blake brings more than 30 years of public affairs experience to the position. She previously served […]
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Posted inGrocery Research, Feature, Featured News, National, News
Ibotta Report: Don’t Wait Until August For Back-To-School Launch
If a retailer’s back-to-school offers launch in August, it may be too late. By then, shoppers have already set their budgets, built lists and decided which brands they are willing to consider. The season may look most active in late summer, but the window to influence what makes it into the basket opens earlier. New […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, Midwest, News, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Rewards Program Adds Points Redemption For Grocery Savings
The updates are designed to make loyalty more accessible for the more than 11 million customers the company serves daily.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, News, Northeast
ARS, Batista Family Open Compare & Save Supermarket In North Philadelphia
Community leaders, elected officials, local residents and members of the Batista family and Allegiance Retail Services (ARS) gathered recently to celebrate the grand opening of a new Compare & Save Supermarket at 5201 Rising Sun Ave. in North Philadelphia. The 15,000‑square‑foot supermarket, featuring a 12,000‑square‑foot sales floor, marks the Batista family’s third supermarket opening in […]
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NGA Adds 2 VPs To Government, Finance Leadership Teams
The National Grocers Association (NGA) has appointed Macy Lemon as VP of state government affairs and Mark McLaughlin as VP of finance and administration. Macy Lemon Lemon will lead NGA’s state government affairs strategy, working with state legislatures, governors’ offices, coalitions and state partners to advance policies that support independent supermarkets and the communities they […]
Posted inMerchandising News, Featured News, National, News
Grocers, Brands Roll Out Patriotic Products, Promotions For Fourth Of July
As the nation prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, grocers and brands are rolling out patriotic products, promotions and packaging.
Posted inAssociation News, Executive News, National, News
FMI Announces 5 Staff Promotions Across Key Business Areas
The promotions reflect FMI’s continued investment in the expertise and leadership needed to support its members and deliver greater value to the food industry.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Ahold Delhaize, Featured News, National, News
Ahold Delhaize USA Receives Loyalty360 Awards For Customer Experience
Ahold Delhaize USA and its brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The Giant Co., Hannaford and Stop & Shop – have earned multiple 2026 Loyalty360 Best in Class Awards, recognizing their approach to personalization and customer loyalty. The awards reflect progress in delivering more relevant, value-driven experiences for the 26 million weekly customers the brands […]
Posted inC-Store News, Midwest, News
Casey’s Updated Strategic Plan Focused On Food, Growth, Efficiency
Casey’s General Stores has unveiled its new three-year strategic plan centered on accelerating its food and beverage business, expanding its store base by at least 400 locations, and enhancing operational efficiency through technology. Since introducing its last strategic plan in 2023, the company has exceeded its targets, adding more than 500 stores and joining the […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Jackson’s Chips Expands Into Publix, Adding 1.4K Stores Across Southeast
Jackson’s, the snack brand known for chips cooked in avocado oil, has launched its products in Publix stores, marking a significant milestone in the company’s national retail expansion. The rollout began June 24 across more than 1,400 Publix locations in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and Kentucky. The initial assortment includes […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Featured News, News, UNFI, West
UNFI Holiday Show Spotlights Private Label, Fresh Discovery, Wellness Trends
The recent selling show found that consumers are looking for entertaining solutions that feel premium yet accessible, such as private label items, fresh products and functional wellness items.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Associated Food Stores, Featured News, News, West
Lee’s Marketplace Hosts America’s Potluck Kickoff With UT First Lady Cox
Lee’s Marketplace hosted the kickoff event for America’s Potluck on June 4 at its Foxborough location in North Salt Lake City, Utah, bringing together state leaders, community voices and local influencers to celebrate connection and shared meals. The evening set the stage for the nationwide initiative taking place July 5, which encourages people across the […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, News, West
Save Mart, Lucky Launch Member Pricing Program With Automatic Savings
The Save Mart Companies has launched member pricing across Save Mart and Lucky locations throughout California and Western Nevada. Beginning June 24, rewards members no longer need to clip a coupon to save at checkout – member prices apply automatically when shoppers enter their phone number. No coupons or codes are needed. The program delivers […]
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NGA Welcomes House Passage Of Main Street Competes Act
The National Grocers Association has welcomed House passage of the Main Street Competes Act, bipartisan legislation that would strengthen the Small Business Administration’s focus on promoting competitive markets, expanding consumer choice and supporting small business growth and ownership. According to a Congressional Research Service summary, the bill requires the Department of Justice and the Federal […]
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Circana: AI, Social Media Reshape Discovery
The brands breaking through are the ones meeting consumers where they are: balancing health with enjoyment.
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, West
Grocery Outlet Begins Annual ‘Independence From Hunger’ Campaign
Through July 31, the campaign collects in‑store and online donations, as well as pre‑made bags of nonperishable food for donation at stores nationwide.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Big Y Foods, News, Northeast
Big Y Awards $280K In Scholarships To 240 Students
Big Y has awarded nearly $280,000 in scholarships to 240 students from across Massachusetts and Connecticut as part of its annual scholarship program. Established in 1981 as a tribute to founders Paul H. D’Amour and his brother Gerald D’Amour, the program has awarded more than $6.7 million to more than 8,800 students since its inception. […]
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NACS Adds 6 New Hires Across Regulatory, Content, Design Roles
NACS has added six new hires to its team across regulatory and policy, content, design and marketing roles.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Food Lion, News, Southeast
Food Lion Feeds Launches Summers Without Hunger Campaign
Food Lion Feeds is launching its annual Summers Without Hunger campaign to fight childhood hunger during the summer months. Since the campaign began in 2019, it has helped provide more than 120 million meals across Food Lion’s 10‑state operating area. Customers can support the campaign by purchasing a specially designed Summers Without Hunger reusable bag […]
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NCA Video Series Earns 6 Telly Awards For Confectionery Storytelling
Two of the National Confectioners Association’s original video series, The Sweet Life: Season 3 and Sweet Land of Liberty, earned a combined six honors in the 47th Annual Telly Awards. The awards recognize excellence in video and television across all screens, judged by more than 250 experts including representatives from advertising agencies, production companies and major television […]