FMI – The Food Industry Association has announced the five recipients of the 2023 Store Manager Awards. From 175 nominations, 12 finalists were honored during a virtual awards ceremony hosted by Heather Garlich, SVP for communications, marketing and consumer/community affairs at FMI, and Brian Sappington, president of the retail portfolio, North America at The Coca-Cola […]
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Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, National
Kroger Launches New USO Mobile Food Kitchens
The Kroger Co. and United Service Organizations have launched two new Mobile Food Kitchens to support military service members. Through this collaboration, the USO and Kroger provide meals to military personnel, whether they are supporting natural disaster relief, serving in remote locations or at basic training. “Kroger is making a real difference for America’s service members, […]
Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, Gelson's, West
WAFC Wraps Up Record-Breaking Convention
Fueled by a record-breaking turnout, retailers and vendors took advantage of business meetings to renew relationships, discuss merchandising ideas and meet emerging brands May 6-10 at the Western Association of Food Chains’ annual convention. WAFC Chief Operating Officer Pat Posey told The Shelby Report’s Bob Reeves that the show drew rave reviews. “Overall, I think everyone […]
Posted inLipari Foods, Feature, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Lipari Foods Celebrating 60th Anniversary In 2023
Show largest in company’s history Warren, Michigan-based Lipari Foods hosted its annual food show March 22, with more than 7,000 people attending. The Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Michigan, was filled with 752 booths and more than 800 brands. It was the largest show in the company’s history. The theme of the show, “Roll Out […]
Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest
Meijer Opens New Supercenter May 11 In Elkhart, IN
Meijer opened a new 159,000-square-foot supercenter May 11 in Elkhart, Indiana, making it the 11th Meijer store in Northern Indiana. The store, located at 2500 Cassopolis St., features digital shopping solutions, including shop and scan, which allows shoppers to scan barcodes via a mobile app and bag items as they shop. It also features discounts on surplus food through […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Corporate Store News, Nonfood Items, Southwest
Natural Grocers Introduces Four New Epsom Salt Bath, Foot Soaks
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers has introduced four new scented varieties of epsom salt bath and foot soaks to the company’s house brand. Customers looking to create a spa-like experience at home can purchase Natural Grocers brand epsom salts in four varieties: peppermint muscle soak, lavender relaxation, tea tree foot soak and eucalyptus everyday cleanse. “Since the beginning, Natural […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Opens New Location At Shopping Center In Stuart, FL
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix Super Markets has opened a new store at the Cove Shopping Center in Stuart, Florida. The 55,454-square-foot store offers departments for grocery, dairy, frozen food, seafood, meat and fresh produce, as well as a bakery, deli and pharmacy area. “We are excited to welcome our customers to their new store at the […]
Posted inDollar General, C-Store News, Southeast
Dollar General Shares Recent Supply Chain Expansions
Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based Dollar General has announced recent expansions in its global supply chain network, including the opening of its first ground-up, dual facility in Blair, Nebraska, and two permanent regional distribution hubs in Newnan, Georgia, and Fort Worth, Texas. The company also announced expansion plans at facilities in Jonesville, South Carolina, and Amsterdam, New York. […]