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Category: Food City

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.

Food City Mesa
Posted inFood City, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, West, Year In Review - 2020

WEST: Food City Supermarket In Mesa Celebrates Grand Opening

by Treva Bennett September 3, 2020December 12, 2024
Tom Hembree, Food City
Posted inFood City, Executive News, Home Page Slider, Marketing News, Nonfood Items, Southeast

Lifelong Food City Associate Thomas Hembree Dies At 69

by Treva Bennett April 24, 2020October 30, 2024
Food City Claude Varney award associates
Posted inFood City, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Nonfood Items, Southeast

Food City Recognizes 100-Plus Associates For Volunteerism

by Treva Bennett January 27, 2020October 30, 2024
Food City dead
Posted inFood City, Grocery Industry, Grocery Store Layout, Home Page Latest News, Independent Store News, Store News, West

Food City Celebrates Grand Reopening Of Sierra Vista Store

by Shelby Team April 19, 2019December 12, 2024
Stater Bros.' Harvesting Hope campaign
Posted inHealth & Wellness, Food City, Grocery News, Home Page Latest News, Store News, West

Stater Bros. Kicking Off ‘Harvesting Hope’ Holiday Campaign

by Alissa Marchat October 31, 2018December 12, 2024
A Food City Race Against Hunger promo
Posted inFood City, Grocery News, Health & Wellness, Home Page Latest News, Southeast, Store News

Food City Launching Annual ‘Race Against Hunger’ Oct. 31

by Alissa Marchat October 30, 2018October 30, 2024
A School Bucks Challenge promotional banner
Posted inFood City, Home Page Latest News, Southeast, Store News

Food City To Award $700K To Local Schools For 2018-19 School Year

by Alissa Marchat August 31, 2018December 12, 2024
Food City logo fire
Posted inFood City, Corporate Store News, Deli News, Grocery Industry, Grocery News, Grocery Store Layout, Home Page Latest News, Store News

Food City Celebrates Phoenix Store’s Grand Reopening This Week

by Alissa Marchat July 3, 2018December 12, 2024

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