The family of brands at Food City, The Shelby Report of the Southeastâs Retailer of the Year, includes thousands of items across nearly every category. A combination of nationally recognized and local private label offerings provide customers with quality and value. Each brand is backed by a 100-percent satisfaction guarantee. If customers arenât pleased, they […]
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Food City, founded in 1955 by Jack C. Smith, currently headquartered in Abingdon, Virginia, initially began its operations in Grundy, Virginia. The company’s primary business model revolves around providing customers with a comprehensive selection of groceries, fresh produce, meats, and household items at competitive prices.
Food City distinguishes itself through its strong emphasis on community engagement, supporting local farmers and producers whenever possible. Additionally, the company is known for its commitment to customer service and convenience, offering services such as in-store pharmacies, delis, and bakeries. With a focus on delivering value and quality to its customers, the brand has expanded its reach over the years and now operates over 130 locations across the southeastern United States.
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Fuel Centers, Pharamacies Bring âWhole Package Togetherâ
Food City, The Shelby Report of the Southeastâs Retailer of the Year, was founded on the pledge to: âRun the best store in town.â To do so, it must be able to meet customers wherever they are. A key part of that has been evolving and adapting the companyâs gas and pharmacy programs, according to […]
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Offerings At Best Store In Town Are âAs Fresh As Fresh Getsâ
Food Cityâs meat and seafood and produce and floral departments can be best described in two words: picky and convenient. The company prides itself on providing the freshest produce, highest quality meat and seafood and brightest floral arrangements in the market â all while cultivating partnerships with local farmers and growers to provide the best […]
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Itâs All About Experience â âPeople Donât Forget Things Like Thatâ
Food City, The Shelby Report of the Southeastâs Retailer of the Year, was founded on the simple notion to run the best store in town. But how has it accomplished that? Customer experience is the strategy, said Dan Glei, EVP merchandising/marketing. âIf you come into our stores as a customer, we want you to have […]
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Food City Named 2023 Southeast Retailer Of The Year
From Virginia mountains, Food City evolves into regional leader Food City, The Shelby Report of the Southeastâs 2023 Retailer of the Year, has grown exponentially over the years through acquisition and natural growth. The privately held, family-owned company began as an 800-square-foot Piggly Wiggly in Grundy, Virginia, according to Steven C. Smith, president and CEO. Food City […]
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Food City Confirms Plans For 6 Stores In Huntsville, Alabama Area
Food City President and CEO Steve Smith has confirmed that K-VA-T Food Stores will build six Food City locations in the Huntsville, Alabama, area over the next six years. âWeâre excited to be moving into Huntsville, Alabama, and the surrounding areas, and while this is our first project in the area, it certainly wonât be […]
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Food City Banner Caters To Hispanic Shoppers
The Shelby Report of the Westâs EVP Bob Reeves recently toured Food City, a banner of Bashasâ Family of Stores. Mike Solis, director of operations for Food City, and Ralph Woodward, SVP of operations for Bashasâ Family of Stores, led the walk-through. Bashasâ bought Food City, which caters to the Hispanic palate, in the mid-1990s. […]
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Basha Jr. Joins Hall Of Fame As Company Celebrates 90 Years
The late Eddie Basha Jr. has been inducted into The Shelby Report’s Food Industry Hall of Fame. This induction comes at an important time in the company’s history as it celebrates 90 years of service to its communities. Click the special section below to read about Basha Jr.’s legacy and to celebrate the 90th anniversary […]