Posted inBakery News, Albertsons, Midwest, The Kroger Co.

T. Marzetti Co. Introduces New York Bakery Gluten Free Texas Toast

T. Marzetti Company, a subsidiary of Ohio-based Lancaster Colony Corp., is introducing a gluten-free line of New York Bakery Texas Toast. The offering features gluten-free versions of the brand’s classic Garlic Texas Toast and Five Cheese Texas Toast. Both products will be available nationwide this fall. With more than a decade of recipe and production […]

Posted inNatural Grocers, Organic Natural, Produce News, Southwest

Natural Grocers Begins Organic Ag Partnership With Rodale Institute

Natural Grocers has begun a new partnership with Rodale Institute, a nonprofit that supports the regenerative organic agricultural movement through research, farmer training and education. During Organic Month, customers will have an opportunity to support the retailer’s goal of raising $100,000 for Rodale Institute with donations at the register and a portion of proceeds from the sales […]

Posted inSustainability News, Hy-Vee, Midwest

Hy-Vee, Alliant Energy Complete Solar Project In Chariton, IA

The first phase of Hy-Vee and Alliant Energy’s Hy-Vee Chariton Solar Field in Chariton, Iowa, is operational and will generate enough energy to power 360 homes each year. A ribbon-cutting ceremony Aug. 30 featured remarks from Iowa Lt. Gov. Adam Gregg; Mayuri Farlinger, president of Alliant’s Iowa energy company; Steven Venegas, Hy-Vee’s EVP of supply […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Midwest, Save A Lot

Save A Lot, Yellow Banana To Reopen 6 Remodeled Chicago Stores

Save A Lot and Yellow Banana, a retail grocery platform that owns and operates Save A Lot locations, are reopening six remodeled stores in different neighborhoods across Chicago. The six stores have undergone extensive interior and exterior renovations, highlighting Save A Lot’s and Yellow Banana’s commitment to provide access to fresh, affordable groceries while supporting […]

Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Harps Food Stores, Southwest

Association Executive Director Says Arkansas Economy Moving In Positive Direction

Sales tax collections and metro population totals both have been up in Arkansas over the past year, according to Steve Goode, executive director of the Arkansas Grocers & Retail Merchants Association in Little Rock. “The overall economy is doing slightly better than a year ago,” he said. Sales tax collections are up by 1.8 percent […]

Posted inBig Y Foods, Bakery News, Executive News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Northeast, Produce News

Big Y Appoints New VPs Of Fresh Foods, Center Store

Big Y Foods has named John P. Fraro as VP of fresh foods, while Steve Nordstrom has been appointed as VP of center store.  Both report to Michael R. Cormier, SVP of sales and marketing.  “Our people are and always will be the heart of our company. They foster and grow our culture of caring, continuous […]

Posted inCentral Market, Independent Store News, Southwest

Central Market Celebrates 30th Anniversary With In-Store Events

Central Market, a division of H-E-B, is celebrating its 30th anniversary by offering customers in-store events, foodie strolls and cooking classes from Sept. 11-24. Each location across Texas will kick off the extravaganza on Sept. 11 with cake and unique customer experiences. A series of events will follow throughout the two-week celebration. Central Market also […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Aldi, National

Aldi Preparing To Hire 13K+ Store, Warehouse Employees For Holiday Season

Aldi plans to hire more than 13,000 store and warehouse employees as it prepares for the upcoming holiday season and continues adding new stores across the U.S. At a time when unemployment has increased, Aldi is growing its team of more than 49,000 employees and raising its national average hourly pay.  “Whether it’s our in-store […]