Lin’s Market broke ground on its eighth store Sept. 19, a 65,000-square-foot location in Enoch, Utah, that will feature a drive-thru pharmacy, Arctic Circle restaurant, Starbucks and Ace Hardware. For more than 50 years, Lin’s has offered quality food, friendly service and strong community partnerships. The groundbreaking ceremony highlighted those values as leaders shared their […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, ShopRite
Cingari Family Markets Renovating ShopRite In Southbury, CT
Cingari Family Markets, a family-owned and operated supermarket company, has begun renovating its ShopRite at 775 Main St. South in Southbury, Connecticut. The renovation, part of the company’s investment in its 12 stores across southwestern Connecticut, will bring a fresh, modern look and a host of new amenities to enhance the shopping experience. Construction is […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News, Northeast, Save A Lot
Save A Lot Reopens 27 Stores Across Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania
Save A Lot recently celebrated the grand reopening of 27 stores across Indiana, Ohio and Pennsylvania that had been improperly rebranded in 2024. Working to re-establish high operational and financial standards, the stores offer customers Save A Lot’s value on an assortment of fresh, affordable, healthy foods, along with more than 50 high-quality private label […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Merchandising News, National, News, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Precision Marketing Expands Managed-Service Capabilities
Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM), powered by 84.51°, has launched a suite of new managed-service offsite programmatic capabilities. An in-house team will activate across programmatic audio, programmatic CTV and dynamic creative optimization (DCO) for display. The move comes as more brands are applying purchase-based audiences across streaming media. However, KPM noted, many mid-sized consumer packaged goods […]
Posted inMarketing News, Albertsons, News, Nonfood Items, West
Albertsons Cos. Introduces Travel Booking Experience
Albertsons Companies Inc. has introduced for U Travel, a new booking experience powered by Expedia that allows customers to plan air and non-air travel through the grocer’s free for U loyalty program, accessible via mobile app and website. “At Albertsons Cos., we know saving money and stretching budgets is more important than ever, which is […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor of the Year, Affiliated Foods, Anniversary Issues, News, Southwest
Affiliated Foods At 80: Cooperative’s Legacy Remains Rooted In Family
In an industry defined by change, Affiliated Foods Inc. in Amarillo, Texas, has spent the last 80 years anchoring independent grocers with a simple promise: integrity, innovation and a shared sense of ownership. This year, that legacy is honored on a larger stage. The Shelby Report of the Southwest has named AFI its Wholesaler of […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, News, West
Upside, HGG Collaborate On Spanish Language App Feature
The Upside app is now available in Spanish, expanding access for millions of Spanish-speaking consumers and bilingual families across the U.S. Users whose device language is set to Spanish will automatically see the app in their preferred language as they earn cash back on everyday purchases. To help raise awareness, Heritage Grocers Group (HGG) is […]
Posted inExecutive News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Graham Joins Publix Board Of Directors
Publix Super Markets has added Michael Graham to its board of directors, effective Oct. 1. “We are pleased to welcome Michael to the Publix board,” said Publix Executive Chairman Todd Jones. “His extensive experience in finance and consumer packaged goods will make him a strong addition to our board.” Graham brings nearly 40 years of […]