Posted inBeverage News, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets

Western NY Coffee Brand Now On Shelves At 40-Plus Tops Markets

RocketCup Coffee has secured distribution at more than 40 Tops Markets around western New York. The partnership is part of Tops’ “commitment to support local businesses while delivering high-quality, innovative products to customers,” the grocer said in an April 15 press announcement. Founded in 2022, RocketCup says it is “focused on revitalizing communities through exceptional […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, News, Southeast

The Fresh Market Launches Refreshed Rewards Program, Mobile App

The Fresh Market has unveiled two digital enhancements – a revamped loyalty program reintroduced as TFM Rewards and the company’s first native mobile app – designed to deliver greater value, personalization and convenience to shoppers. TFM Rewards offers expanded savings and rewards, special in-store events with member perks, 5 percent savings on curbside orders, enhanced […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, Natural Grocers, News, West

Natural Grocers To Open Third Location In Rock Springs, WY

Natural Grocers will open a new store April 29 in Rock Springs, Wyoming, marking the retailer’s third location in the state. Grand opening celebrations run from April 29-May 31 with savings of up to 50 percent off select premium products. The first 150 customers on opening day will receive mystery gift cards valued between $5 […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast

Publix Honors 6 Employees With Mr. George Community Service Award

Publix Super Markets recognized six associates with the Mr. George Community Service Award for outstanding commitment to their communities during the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting. The award honors associates who embody the giving spirit of Publix founder George Jenkins. “George Jenkins once said, ‘We are not only in the grocery business, we’re in the people […]

Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Featured News, News, Packaging News, Southwest, Walmart

Walmart Plans Full Redesign For Great Value Private Label Brand

Walmart has begun the first redesign of Great Value, its flagship private brand, in more than a decade. Spanning nearly 10,000 food and consumables items, it represents the most extensive private brand update in the retailer’s history. The rollout will be phased over 18 to 24 months, beginning with salty snacks in May. Cereals, cream […]

Posted inAssociation News, Featured News, News, Southeast

AGEF Golf Outing Raises More Than $53K For Scholarships

The Alabama Grocers Education Foundation (AGEF) held its annual golf outing April 9 at Timberline Golf Club in Calera, Alabama. The event, presented by Buffalo Rock/Pepsi, brought together members of the grocery industry and raised more than $53,000 to support the foundation’s scholarship programs. To date, the event has resulted in more than $1.5 million […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, News, Northeast, The Giant Co.

The Giant Co. Plans For Second Location In Ephrata, PA

The Giant Co., which operates under the Giant and Martin’s banners, has announced plans to open a second store in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, aimed at improving accessibility for residents in the northwestern part of the borough. Construction is scheduled to begin once the company secures all necessary permits and approvals from local authorities. Specifics regarding store […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southwest

Sprouts Farmers Market To Open New Store In Kingwood, TX

Sprouts Farmers Market will open a new location April 17 at 4303 Kingwood Drive in Kingwood, Texas, marking the specialty retailer’s return to the Houston-area suburbs.  The 27,000-square-foot store is designed with the company’s signature “farmers market” layout, positioning fresh produce at the center of the shopping experience. “Stepping into Sprouts, shoppers can expect an […]