Posted inNews, Bashas', Independent Store News, West

Food City Positions Itself As One-Stop Graduation Headquarters

As graduation season ramps up across Arizona, Food City is positioning its 45 stores as a single destination for families looking to celebrate on a budget. From made-from-scratch graduation cakes and party platters to gift cards and festive supplies, the Bashas’-owned Hispanic banner is rolling out a suite of promotions designed to help customers honor […]

Posted inProduce News, Albertsons, News, West

Albertsons Deploys AI Vision Tool To Boost Produce Consistency Across DCs

Albertsons Companies has launched an artificial intelligence-powered supply chain tool designed to help distribution center inspectors maintain tighter quality control over fresh fruits and vegetables. The Intelligent Quality Control tool, built in-house by Albertsons’ technology and supply chain teams, uses Google Cloud’s Gemini Enterprise (including Vision AI and Gemini models) to support quality inspectors. The […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Featured News, News, Northeast, Private Label Brands, Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. Names Ruane Director Of Own Brands

Wakefern Food Corp. has promoted Chris Ruane to director of Own Brands. In his new role, Ruane will focus on advancing product innovation, optimizing assortment, strengthening supplier partnerships and delivering quality and value across brands including Bowl & Basket, Wholesome Pantry and Paperbird. He will report to Chief Sales Officer Darren Caudill. “Chris’s deep industry […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, National, News, Whole Foods

Whole Foods Market Bringing Daily Shop Concept To 3 U.S. Markets

Whole Foods Market will be adding its smaller format store concept, Whole Foods Market Daily Shop, to Boston, Chicago and Philadelphia over the next two years, continuing the brand’s expansion of the format into dense urban neighborhoods. Whole Foods Market Daily Shop stores feature a streamlined footprint, with an emphasis on product selection and an […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, National, Natural Grocers, News

23 Natural Grocers Stores In 12 States Marking 10th Anniversary

Natural Grocers is celebrating the 1oth anniversary of 23 stores in 12 states across the country with exclusive discounts and in-store festivities. From May 17-23, customers can join the celebration with special {N}power member-only deals. Since opening the stores in 2016, Natural Grocers has become a source of high-quality affordable organic and natural groceries, supplements […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Coborn's, Featured News, Midwest, News

Hornbacher’s Marks 75 Years In ND’s Red River Valley

Hornbacher’s marked its 75th anniversary April 21 with a celebration honoring its roots in North Dakota’s Red River Valley and commitment to supporting communities, producers and organizations. The event featured a ribbon cutting, live entertainment and product samples. Since its founding in 1951, Hornbacher’s has been connected to the communities it serves. That commitment continues […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Feature, Featured News, News, Southeast, Walmart

Walmart Blanketing Southeast With Remodeled Supercenters, Additional Locations

On April 16, Walmart announced its plans for remodels and new locations in markets across the country. A total of 650 remodels is planned, along with 20 new store locations this year and early into 2027. “This year, we are making a significant investment in our stores across the United States, reinforcing our commitment to […]