Posted inFestival Foods, Independent Store News, Midwest

Festival Foods’ Gift Marks Store Opening In Kimberly, WI

Festival Foods opened its newest location Sept. 20 at 800 E. Maes Ave. in Kimberly, Wisconsin. To express its gratitude of being part of the community, Festival Foods made a donation to the Village of Kimberly’s Verhagen Park playground replacement project. Located across from Westside Elementary School, the park will become a more inclusive space […]

Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Retailer of the Year, Southeast

Food Lion Strategy Creates Culture Of Belonging

Fostering a caring and inclusive workplace has been a priority for more than three decades at Food Lion, The Shelby Report’s 2024 Southeast Retailer of the Year. Linda Johnson, SVP of human resources and communications, said Food Lion’s commitment goes beyond words, creating a culture that extends to customers, communities and their entire associate base. […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Weis Markets

Weis Markets Includes Non-foods In Low-price Program

Weis Markets is expanding its Low, Low Price (LLP) program with the addition of 448 non-food items across eight non-food categories, including toilet tissue, plates, disposable cups/utensils, waste bags, paper towels and napkins, storage bags, wrap and containers, and facial tissue. “Helping customers save money on their groceries is our job. Our Low, Low Price program continues to offer strong, everyday savings on 10,000 […]

Posted inExecutive News, National, The Kroger Co.

Acosta Group Leadership Changes Aim To Strengthen Relationships, Drive Growth

Acosta Group has made key leadership appointments to strengthen CPG client and retail customer relationships and drive growth. Mark Rahiya joins as group president, omnichannel sales and services, and Darian Pickett has been named chief global client officer. Ashley Roehm has been promoted to president of Acosta Sales Agency, while Jami McDermid will continue as president […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Coborn's, Midwest

Cash Wise Foods Reopening In Jamestown, ND

Coborn’s Inc., the parent company of Cash Wise Foods, has scheduled the grand reopening of the Jamestown Cash Wise shopping campus, located at 410 10th St. SE in Jamestown, North Dakota, for Sept. 25. The grocer recently completed  enhancements to the store, including a larger product selection and a focus on freshness and convenience. “We’re […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast

Publix Super Markets Charities Donates $11M To Help Feed Neighbors In Need

Publix Super Markets Charities (PSMC) is donating $11 million to more than 300 local food banks and other nonprofits, including 39 Feeding America partner food banks. This donation is part of Publix Super Markets’ annual Publix Serves Week focusing on feeding neighbors in need. These funds will help support organizations, including weekend backpack programs, food […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Amazon Fresh, Market Profile, Southwest, Whole Foods

Smaller Independent Grocers Tapping Into Colorado’s Growing Sector

National chains such as King Soopers and Safeway may dominate market share in Colorado, but independent grocers continue to demonstrate why they are the choice for many consumers. In addition to resilience and innovation, independents have gained a loyal following through their product offerings, customer service and strong commitment to community. Not surprisingly, Colorado’s independent […]