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Dierbergs Lakeview Store Named ‘Best Of The Lake 2026’

Dierbergs Markets has shared that its store at the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri has been named a “Best of the Lake 2026” winner by Lake Lifestyles Magazine. The award was presented May 7 during the Best of the Lake celebration honoring standout businesses selected by residents of the region through a multi-phase voting […]

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Harps Food Stores, NationsBenefits Partner On OTC Flex Cards

NationsBenefits has announced a new retail network integration with Harps Food Stores, an employee-owned supermarket chain with stores in Arkansas, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma and Tennessee. Through the integration, eligible health plan members can use their NationsBenefits Mastercard Prepaid Flex Cards at more than 160 Harps locations to buy approved food-as-medicine items, OTC […]

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Food City Breaks Ground On Sixth Location In Metro Huntsville, AL

Food City company officials broke ground May 15 for a new store on Old Highway 20 in Madison, Alabama, the sixth location planned for the greater Huntsville market. The 56,000-plus-square-foot retail supermarket is expected to open next spring. “Our first four Huntsville locations have been very well received, and we would like to thank our […]

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Stop & Shop Reduces Prices On Products Across NJ, NY Stores

Stop & Shop has lowered prices on products across nearly every department, including national brands and private label items, at its stores in New Jersey and New York. The price reductions focus on customer favorites, including New York-specific items such as pick-your-own bagels from the Stop & Shop Bakery, Acme Smoked Salmon and Nathan’s Famous […]

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Food City Growth Brings ‘Fun Challenge’ Of Managing Distribution, Culture

When an ice storm hits and the news tells everyone to stay home, Greg Sparks knows exactly what happens next. “Our drivers are out there,” he said. That mindset – part duty, part pride – helps explain why Food City is The Shelby Report of the Southeast’s 2026 Retailer of the Year. Having served friends […]

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The Giant Co. Opens Converted Everett Foodliner Location After Acquisition

The Giant Co. has reopened the store at 250 West Main St. in Everett, Pennsylvania, that it acquired in February. Formerly Everett Foodliner, the store was temporarily closed to complete minor remodels, install new signage and undertake an overall décor update. Customers will find Giant’s signature fresh departments, including a larger, market-feel produce department with […]

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Food City CEO Reflects On Legacy, Growth, Art Of Running Best Store In Town

Having served friends and neighbors for more than 100 years, Food City is proud to be locally owned and operated. With 164 retail outlets spanning five states, the company’s dedicated team of more than 19,200 associates is committed to the mission it was founded upon: to “run the best store in town.” That commitment to […]

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Allegiance Retail Services Names Ferreira Acting Chairman, CEO

Allegiance Retail Services (ARS) has named Jason Ferreira acting chairman of its board of directors and CEO, effective immediately. The change is part of the board’s succession development plan. Ferreira has served on the board at Iselin, New Jersey-based Allegiance since 2021 and has been a co-op member since 2013.  Previously vice chairman, he will […]