H-E-B has finalized the purchase of about 500 acres in Hempstead, Texas, where it plans to build a distribution campus that will be developed in several phases, with the first to begin in late 2024. “The land purchase is the first step in the development of this strategically planned campus, a project that will position […]
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Posted inThe Kroger Co., Bravo Supermarkets, Grocery News, Home Page Latest News, National
Best In Class: Optimizing Mother’s Day Sales In Grocery
As Mother’s Day approaches, the aisles of grocery stores nationwide transform into battlegrounds for consumer attention. Best-In-Class retailers, both large and small, understand the best strategy for optimizing Mother’s Day sales and many other occasions goes beyond focusing on volume. They are winning hearts and capturing sales by offering a personalized, heartfelt shopping experience tailored to […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion Expands Home Delivery Across Seven States
As of July 29, 2024, Food Lion now offers its home delivery service at 100 percent of its 1,108 stores in its 10-state operating area. Food Lion’s expansion of home delivery in Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee and West Virginia means the retailer now offers the service or grocery pickup in more than […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Midwest, SpartanNash
SpartanNash Growing Our Family Scholarship Program
SpartanNash’s Our Family Scholarship program is expanding in its second year to help more students with larger scholarships. The $2,500 scholarships recognize students who demonstrate a dedication to community involvement. Those who live in one of the states served by SpartanNash-owned stores or the company’s independent customers are eligible to apply online for the scholarship […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Meijer, Midwest
Meijer Seeking Vendors Owned By Military Veterans
In support of Military Family Appreciation month in November, Meijer will host a virtual Roadmap to Retail event for veteran-owned businesses. The merchandising event will take place Nov. 7, with the professional services event following the next day. Led by the Meijer Supplier Inclusion team, in partnership with mVets, Roadmap to Retail will offer vendors […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Albertsons, Association News, Southwest
As North Texas Grows, Grocery Industry ‘Very Competitive’
When looking at northern Texas – and specifically the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex – it is important to note it is a region that spans more than 9,000 miles. Depending on the source and direction viewed, North Texas is either teeming with retail grocery options or in desperate need of them. Take Dallas, for instance. To the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Hy-Vee, Midwest
Hy-Vee Offering 1K Free Anemia Screenings In May
Hy-Vee will provide 1,000 free anemia screenings in May at select stores throughout its eight-state area, becoming the first retailer in the U.S. to offer the service. Health experts estimate that as many as three million Americans have anemia, a condition where the body doesn’t have enough healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen through […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, West
Albertsons Cos. Wins ‘People’s Voice’ Webby Award
Albertsons Companies was voted the ‘People’s Voice’ winner for best shopping and retail app in the 28th annual Webby Awards. Over the last year, Albertsons Cos. has been updating and redesigning its mobile app to create a fast and easy digital shopping experience. Winning this award underscores the investment and progress made in 2023 to […]