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

Hugo’s Family Marketplace Purchases Palubicki’s Family Market

Grand Forks, North Dakota-based Hugo’s Family Marketplace has purchased the Palubicki’s Family Market in Fosston, Minnesota.  “We are excited to purchase this store and become members of the Fosston community,” said Kristi Magnuson Nelson, president and CEO of Hugo’s. “Leah [Palubicki] and her family have built an impressive company rooted in family values, which makes […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Packaging News, Southeast

Publix Recognized As Best Overall Recycling Champion

The Florida Recycling Partnership Foundation has recognized Lakeland, Florida-based Publix Super Markets on its list of 2022 Recycling Champions, awarding the company Best Overall. Publix was recognized for its commitment across the company to recycling education, including its plastic bag recycling campaign, to educate customers and its internal Green Routine program which encourages employees to […]

Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Nonfood Items, Southwest

H-E-B Celebrates Brand Shop Opening With Themed Merchandise

To commemorate its 117th anniversary, H-E-B has launched an H-E-B branded shop in Kerrville, Texas. The retailers has plans to expand to more stores in early 2023. Customers can purchase H-E-B-themed merchandise from T-shirts, socks and baby clothes to hats, coffee mugs, shoes and stickers. In next year’s rollout, the retailer plans to include stores […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, Association News, Guest Contributors, National, Whole Foods

When The Big Get Bigger: Reflecting On Albertsons-Kroger Merger

The biggest recent news in our industry was the announcement that Albertsons and Kroger plan to merge. This isn’t the first time that bigger players have decided to combine forces with an aim to create leverage and scale.  Those terms are code for anticipated better pricing from suppliers, reducing costs in infrastructure, converting to common […]

Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Northeast

BJ’s Wholesale Club Shares Store Opening Date In Wayne, NJ

BJ’s Wholesale Club will open a new store Nov. 18 at 300 Willowbrook Mall in Wayne, New Jersey. With this addition, the retailer will have 234 U.S. clubs. The club will have a BJ’s Gas location on-site and offer members opportunities to earn extra savings through BJ’s Fuel Saver Program. The Wayne BJ’s Gas station, located off of Route […]

Posted inMeijer, Independent Store News, Midwest

Meijer Donates Meals Through Simply Give Thanksgiving Program

From Nov. 20-26, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer will donate one meal to Simply Give food pantries for every purchase that includes a food item from select Meijer brands. “We’ve been a part of our customers’ Thanksgiving meal traditions since we first opened our doors in 1934, which is very meaningful to us,” said Rick Keyes, president and CEO. “Our […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Grocery Store Layout, Independent Store News, Southeast

Publix Celebrates Store Grand Opening In Lutz, FL

Publix Super Markets opened a new store Nov. 17 at Livingston Marketplace in Lutz, Florida. The 46,791-square-foot store has departments for grocery, dairy, frozen food, seafood, meat and fresh produce, as well as a bakery, deli and pharmacy. The store features café seating and also has an adjacent Publix Liquors.  “We are excited to bring […]