Posted inGelson's, Beverage News, West

First Release In Gelson’s New Wine Club Celebrates SoCal Life

The inaugural release in Gelson’s new Wine Club offers members the opportunity to capture life in Southern California through six specially-chosen wines. For customers who prefer white wine, there are three options: Keever Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc by Celia Welch, known for her work with wineries such as Scarecrow, Staglin Family and Corra. Merry Edwards Olivet […]

Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Northeast, Online Grocery Technology

BJ’s Wholesale Club To Accept SNAP Payments Through Instacart

Instacart will now accept EBT SNAP to buy groceries from BJ’s Wholesale Club through the Instacart app and website. It is the first club retailer to accept SNAP through Instacart.  “We’re committed to providing convenience and value to our members, and we’re excited to offer our members the ability to use their SNAP benefits through the […]

Posted inAlbertsons, Corporate Store News, West

Albertsons Cos. Foundation Raises Nearly $6M To Combat Hunger

Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Cos., along with the Albertsons Cos. Foundation, raised nearly $6 million through customer donations made at the register in September to help break the cycle of hunger. The donations will go to support community organizations committed to connecting qualified individuals with existing federal meal programs. Grants will be awarded in October through […]

Posted inMidwest, CERTCO Inc., Executive News, Home Page Latest News, Wholesaler/Distributor News

Certco Begins Planning For Retirement Of EVP Ryman

During the Certco Inc. Board of Directors meeting in October, EVP David Ryman advised the board of his planned retirement in September of 2024.  Ryman has been in the grocery industry for the past 47 years and with Certco since 2001.  “Dave has been an amazing leader and championed Certco adapting as our retailers’ challenges […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast

Publix Named To Fortune’s Best Workplaces For Women List

Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has been recognized by Fortune as one of the best workplaces for women in 2023. The company is one of only three retailers included on the large companies list. “We’re honored to be recognized as a best workplace for women by Fortune,” said Publix VP of Human Resources Marcy Benton. “Being named on the […]

Posted inFeature, Amazon Fresh, National, Shelby Signature Content, Snacks Brands, Whole Foods

Sales Of Confections Posting Increases Across Categories

Even with inflation and price increases, consumers still are focused on food and beverages, including confections. In an Aug. 23 webinar presented by Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, Dan Sadler, principle of client insights at market research firm Circana, took a deeper look into the confections industry. Looking at dollar sales percent change versus a […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Southwest

Albertsons Market Supports The Storehouse New Mexico

Albertsons Market’s recent donation of $30,311.42 to The Storehouse New Mexico, one of the largest food pantries in the state, will provide more than 150,000 meals to those in need. After holding the donate-at-the-register campaign in September, Albertsons Market presented the check to the nonprofit Oct. 18. “We are so proud to continue our tradition […]