Posted inIndependent Store News, Brookshire Grocery Co., News, Southwest

BGC To Add Two FRESH By Reasor’s Stores In OK

Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) has entered into an agreement to acquire Uptown Grocery’s locations in The Village and Edmond, Oklahoma, which will become FRESH by Reasor’s stores following a short closure for conversion. “We are thrilled to have this opportunity to introduce our FRESH store with our exceptional service to The Village and Edmond communities,” […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Vallarta Supermarkets, West

Vallarta Supermarkets Expands Beyond CA With First AZ Store

The store Vallarta Supermarkets will open in January at 5836 W. Camelback Road in Glendale, Arizona, will be its first outside of California. The  opening represents a milestone for the family-owned grocer, as well as a significant addition to the city’s retail landscape, meeting a demand for authentic Latino food and immersive shopping experiences.  “This […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, News, Northeast, Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. Names Riepenhoff Group VP Of Fresh Divisions

Wakefern Food Corp. has appointed Travis Riepenhoff as group VP of fresh divisions, succeeding Mark Van Buskirk, who has become group VP of center store. In his new role, Riepenhoff will oversee Wakefern’s fresh food divisions, including foodservice, bakery, meat, seafood, produce and floral. He will lead efforts to maintain Wakefern’s standards for quality, innovation […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News, Save A Lot

Save A Lot, Evermore Expand Smart Benefits Access

Save A Lot, one of the largest discount grocery chains in the United States, has partnered with evermore, formerly known as Soda Health, to expand access to affordable, health-focused shopping options for millions of Americans. Through this new integration, health plan members can now use their &more Smart Benefits card at more than 500 Save […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Meijer, Midwest, News

Meijer Keeps Prices Low On Top Toys For Holiday Season

Meijer is offering top toys and gifts for the holiday season at lower prices and is sending out its annual Holiday Toy Guide to mailboxes across the Midwest. From new LEGO sets and Barbies to the latest technology from Apple, PlayStation and Nintendo, the nostalgic catalog-style guide leads with gifts at a value, including categories […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Corporate Store News, News, Southwest, Walmart

Walmart, OpenAI Partner On AI-First Shopping Experiences

Walmart is combining its assortment, prices and delivery speed with the power of artificial intelligence, entering a partnership with OpenAI that will start soon by allowing customers and members to shop Walmart through ChatGPT using Instant Checkout. Whether planning meals, restocking household essentials or finding something new, customers can chat and buy, with Walmart handling […]