FMI – The Food Industry Association has named the winners of the 2024 Store Manager Awards, shining a spotlight on the store managers who bring their passion and talents to serve their store, employees and customers. The FMI Store Manager Award nominations are submitted by peers and food retail companies to recognize outstanding managers who generate […]
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Posted inMarket Profile, Albertsons, Association News, The Kroger Co., West
In ‘Complicated Time,’ Grocers See Shift In Shopper Preferences
Election years are a busy time for any trade group and this year is no exception for the California Grocers Association. “Politically we’re going through an interesting time in Southern California and the entire state right now. The presidential election this fall has created a headwind of sorts,” said Nate Rose, the group’s senior director […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Awards To Educators, School Districts Total $480K
Six teachers, two counselors, two principals, two school districts, one early childhood facility and a public school board are among the winners of H-E-B’s 22nd annual Excellence in Education Awards, receiving a total of $480,000 in cash awards and grants. The winners were revealed during a ceremony May 5 at the Marriott Marquis in Houston. […]
Posted inProduce News, Albertsons, Southwest
The United Family Donates 50K+ Pounds Of Apples
During April, The United Family donated more than 50,000 pounds of apples to food banks and pantries across Texas and New Mexico. The food banks receiving donations were: South Plains Food Bank, High Plains Food Bank, Food Bank of West Central Texas, Minnies Food Pantry, West Texas Food Bank, Wichita Falls Area Food Bank, Food […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest
Kroger Hailed For Mental Health In Workplace Efforts
The Kroger Co. has been awarded the 2024 Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, an upgraded rating from previous years. The Bell Seal program from Mental Health America (MHA) is a first-of-its-kind workplace certification that recognizes employers who strive to create mentally healthy workplaces for employees. “The Bell Seal certification recognizes Kroger’s unwavering dedication […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Smart & Final, West
Smart & Final Extra! Store Opens In Temecula, CA
Smart & Final has opened a new Smart & Final Extra! store April 24 at 32937 Temecula Pkwy. in Temecula, California. The 30,000-square-foot store is the first Smart & Final in Temecula and second location in the Southern Inland Empire region, joining another location in Murrieta. Shoppers will find a selection of high-quality, USDA-certified meats, […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Associated Grocers of New England, Northeast
AGNE Enhancing Retail Media Network With Instacart, Givex
Associated Grocers of New England (AGNE) has announced new strategic partnerships with Instacart and Givex to further enhance its retail media network solutions. AGNE empowers independent grocery retailers with innovative tools aimed at boosting sales and customer engagement. As part of this commitment, AGNE has selected Instacart’s Carrot Ads solution and Givex’s Enterprise Coupon Portal […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Meijer, Midwest
Meijer LPGA Ups Donation Goal For 10th Anniversary
In celebration of its 10th anniversary, the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give is increasing its 2023 donation goal of $1.25 million to $2 million. The retailer kicked off the effort by making a $500,000 donation May 7 at the Meijer LPGA Classic Media Day event at Blythefield Country Club in Belmont, Michigan. “As we […]