Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Southwest

The United Family Donates $500K During Charity Classic

Lubbock, Texas-based The United Family and its vendor partners raised $500,000 for 26 nonprofits through its annual Jacky Pierce Charity Classic golf tournament, which took place Aug. 27-28.   Before the annual dinner on Sunday night, checks were presented to the 26 groups in a recognition event. Since its inception in the early 1990s, the Jacky […]

Posted inAssociation News, Amazon Fresh, National, Whole Foods

Independent Grocers Are Mighty Contenders In Evolving Grocery Landscape

by Christopher Greco / President and CEO, Storewise Recent narratives about the supermarket industry are painting an unnecessarily pessimistic picture of the future for supermarkets. The industry is changing, and smaller stores have seen a marginal dip in market share. But that’s only half of the story, and not the most exciting half. Instead of […]

Posted inLipari Foods, Executive News, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News

Lipari Foods Names Gordon As CFO

Warren, Michigan-based Lipari Foods has named Zachary “Zac” Gordon as CFO. He will succeed Dave Littleson, who announced his retirement earlier this year. In this role, Gordon’s leadership and insights will bolster the financial operations and play a role in navigating the strategic direction focused on company growth.  “Zac is a proven finance executive and […]

Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Online Grocery Technology, Southwest, Sustainability News

H-E-B Releases Conservation Documentary Film Series

H-E-B has teamed up with filmmakers to release a series of documentary films that highlight stories of people and organizations conserving wildlife habitat, landscapes and parks across Texas. In the five-film docuseries, H-E-B, through its Our Texas, Our Future commitment, brings attention to the work being done across the state to protect wildlife habitats and […]

Posted inHarris Teeter, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast

Verde Farms Partners, Expands Distribution With Harris Teeter

Boston-based Verde Farms has partnered with Matthews, North Carolina-based Harris Teeter, making its sustainably-raised beef available in more than 250 locations in the Southeast. “We are thrilled to join forces with Harris Teeter to make our organic, 100 percent grass-fed beef accessible to even more health conscious people and families,” said Dana Ehrlich, CEO and co-founder […]

Posted inMarket Profile, Home Page Latest News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast

End Of An Era For Foothills IGA In Georgia

Nestled at the base of the Appalachian Mountains in northern Georgia sits the aptly named Foothills IGA, which has been serving the nearby communities of Big Canoe and Marble Hill for 21 years.  Former owners Jeff and Sandy Downing, who recently retired, committed themselves to exemplary customer service, quality food and connection with their customers. […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest

The Kroger Co. Awards $300K In Scholarships To 120 Students

Cincinatti-based The Kroger Co. Foundation has named the Kroger Scholars for the 2023-24 academic year, awarding $300,000 to 120 students. All scholars are the children of Kroger employees and receive $2,500 toward any accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational program. Launched in 2008, the Kroger Scholars Program has awarded more than $4.8 million […]

Posted inHugo's Family Marketplace, Executive News, Independent Store News, Midwest

New COO Among Three Promotions At Hugo’s

Citing their knowledge and experience as key assets to the company, Grand Forks, North Dakota-based Hugo’s Family Marketplace shared several company promotions, including Allen Jackson to COO. In his new role, Jackson will be responsible for Hugo’s overall operations. He will work with the fresh directors, area directors, human resources, procurement, pricing and loss prevention. […]