Joel Rampoldt, CEO of Lidl U.S., will deliver the keynote address at PLMA’s 2025 Private Label Trade Show, to be held Nov. 16-18 in Chicago. Themed “Store Brands Marketplace,” the show will feature more than 35,000 food and nonfood products, 3,100 booths and 2,000 exhibitors representing 65 countries. A business leader with a track record […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Fareway, Midwest, News
Fareway Raises $400K For Muscular Dystrophy Association
Fareway Stores Inc. has raised more than $400,000 through two fundraisers – the MDA Shamrocks Round Up campaign and the Fareway MDA Golf Classic – to support the the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s mission to fund research, care and advocacy across Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, Illinois, Nebraska and Missouri. The February roundup campaign, part of MDA’s […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, News, West
Albertsons Cos. Foundation Begins Hunger Action Month Initiatives
In recognition of Hunger Action Month, Albertsons Cos. Inc., along with the Albertsons Companies Foundation, has launched a series of initiatives aimed at ending the cycle of hunger in local communities – from a customer-driven campaign to funding key initiatives and collaborating with national organizations. “With food insecurity on the rise, we’re doubling down on innovation, collaboration […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Save A Lot, Southeast
Save A Lot Opens New Location In Clendenin, WV
Save A Lot has opened a new store at 106 Beech St. in Clendenin, West Virginia, that replaces an older location in town. Owned and operated by Houchens Food Group, the store features a deli with fried chicken, salads and other grab-and-go items. It is among the 88 Houchens Food Group locations across West Virginia, Kentucky, […]
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Lidl U.S. Preps For New Store In Woodbridge, VA
Lidl U.S. is opening a new store Oct. 1 at 2904 Prince William Pkwy. in Woodbridge, Virginia. Shoppers will find a collection of private label picks, global imports and everyday name brands. The store highlights items from imported cheeses to fresh meats and seafood, as well as specialty sauces and cured meats. The MyLidl app […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, News, Northeast
Wakefern Ties, Hybrid Model Allow Price Rite Marketplace To Thrive In Rhode Island
The Griffin Report recently chatted with Kevin McDonnell, president of Price Rite Marketplace, about the state of the supermarket industry in Rhode Island. How would you describe Price Rite Marketplace’s product assortment strategy and the factors that influence that approach? At Price Rite Marketplace, our focus is on creating a curated assortment of products […]
Posted inProduce News, Dairy News, Deli News, News, Southeast, Walmart
Walmart Opens High-Tech Perishable Distribution Center In Wellford, SC
Walmart employees, elected officials and community leaders recently celebrated the grand opening of a new 725,000-square-foot perishable distribution center in Wellford, South Carolina. The facility is designed to receive and process fresh produce, eggs, dairy, meat and frozen goods for delivery to 180 Walmart stores. “The opening of our new high-tech perishable distribution center marks […]
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Save A Lot, Meals On Wheels Supporting Seniors Via Donation Campaign
In honor of National Grandparents Day on Sept. 7, Save A Lot is partnering with Meals on Wheels America to raise funds in support of local programs that deliver services to seniors experiencing hunger and isolation. Through Sept. 16, shoppers can donate $1, $3 or $5 to Meals on Wheels at checkout in participating locations […]