Posted inRetailer of the Year, Anniversary Issues, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast

‘Publix Will Take Care Of You’ – Opportunities Aplenty For Associates Of All Ages

At Publix Super Markets, ownership isn’t just a financial arrangement – it’s a mindset that leaders say has fueled the grocer’s success for 95 years. As the largest employee-owned company in the U.S., Publix has more than 260,000 associates across eight states. Each has the opportunity to become an owner through the company’s employee stock […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southwest, Walmart

Walmart Celebrates Small Businesses During 12th Annual Open Call

Walmart recently held its 12th annual Open Call, welcoming more than 500 entrepreneurs from 47 states, Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C., who each came ready to pitch products made, grown or assembled in the United States. More than 100 businesses received Golden Tickets, which offer suppliers the opportunity to sell their products at Walmart and […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Vallarta Supermarkets, West

Vallarta Supermarkets, Gonzalez Family Foundation Raise $535K For Charity

Vallarta Supermarkets and the Gonzalez Family Foundation held their Charity Golf Tournament Oct. 3, raising funds to support scholarships, financial assistance and community initiatives across the company’s network. The tournament united community leaders, business partners and supporters for a day centered on connection and giving back at the Brookside Golf Course & Country Club in […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Anniversary Issues, News, Publix Super Markets, Retailer of the Year, Southeast

‘A Place For Everyone’ – Publix Offers Sense Of Family, Belonging, Career Paths

When Marcy Benton walked into Publix for what she thought would be a summer job while in graduate school, she didn’t expect to find a lifelong career. After all, it seemed as though her entire hometown of Lakeland, Florida, worked for the company, and she wanted to escape the familiar for a bigger city. “They […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Food Lion, News, Southeast

Food Lion Feeds Awards More Than $2.6M In Grants

The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation has awarded more than $2.6 million in grants to 120 organizations as part of its Summers Without Hunger campaign, supporting community feeding partners working to prevent childhood hunger, address food insecurity and promote healthier lifestyles. Food Lion customers and participating vendors supported the annual Summers Without Hunger campaign, which provided […]

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

Save A Lot Names 2025 Hometown Heroes Program Winners

St. Louis-based Save A Lot has named the winners of its 2025 Hometown Heroes, a nomination-based recognition program that showcases people and organizations making a difference in their communities. Here are the latest honorees: Ben Hoopengardner, Hancock Fire Department in Hancock, Maryland; Debbie Cohill, Martha’s House in Hancock, Maryland; Debbie Salters, Thursday Church in Vincennes, […]

Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Midwest, News

AWG Brands Unveils 35 Products To Boost Holiday Sales

Ahead of the holiday season, AWG Brands, the private brands program of Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. (AWG), has expanded its portfolio with 35 new products from Always Save, Best Choice and Superior Selections by Best Choice. The launch includes grocery and household items aimed at helping AWG member retailers increase sales and offer value to […]