Posted inKeHE Distributors, Midwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News

KeHE Selects Sixteen Small Brands For Distribution

Naperville, Illinois-based KeHE has announced the 16 recipients of its 2023 TRENDfinder event, which took place virtually from May 1-12. “Because the food distribution industry is so competitive, newly emerging brands find it difficult to break in,” said Rachelle Radcliffe, senior director of supplier experience.  “[These] events are a great opportunity for small brands to […]

Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, Albertsons, Southeast

Toshiba To Highlight Tech Solutions At RetailNOW 2023

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina-based Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions has announced it will be at the Retail Solutions Providers Association RetailNOW 2023, set for July 30-Aug. 1 in Orlando, Florida. Fredrik Carlegren, VP of marketing and communications, said in a statement that retailers are “looking to technology to help them overcome mounting challenges in the […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Midwest

Desserts Top Kroger July Fourth Offerings

Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. is featuring several bakery items customers can use to celebrate America’s birthday, from desserts decorated with stars and stripes to cheesecake and cookies. The grocer also has ice cream and other novelties, such as popsicles. For a family-friendly July Fourth activity, the retailer recommends trying the no-bake desserts with seasonal fruits. […]

Posted inNatural Grocers, Corporate Store News, Southwest

Natural Grocers Sponsoring Gaelic Athletic Association Finals

Natural Grocers will be the anchor sponsor of the 2023 U.S. Gaelic Athletic Association National Finals, set for Aug. 18-20 in Denver. The Southwest Division of the U.S. Gaelic Athletic Association and the Denver Gaels, a Gaelic Athletic Association Club founded in 1996, will host the event in Colorado for the second time in the […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast

Publix Reopens Store In Daytona Beach, FL

Publix Super Markets has reopened a 46,811-square-foot store at the Shoppes of Beville Road in Daytona Beach, Florida. “We look forward to welcoming new and existing customers and providing them with premier service and quality products,” said Hannah Herring, media relations manager. The Publix store features a deli counter with Boar’s Head meats and cheeses, […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, National

DoorDash Launches SNAP/EBT Online Payments

DoorDash will begin accepting SNAP/EBT payments on the platform with multiple grocery partners including Aldi, Albertsons, Safeway, Meijer and participating 7-Eleven stores.  With these partnerships, more than 4,000 grocery and convenience locations nationwide will soon offer SNAP/EBT payment capabilities on DoorDash for on-demand delivery of eligible grocery items. DoorDash will offer SNAP recipients the benefits […]

Posted inProduce News, Food City, Retailer of the Year, Southeast

Offerings At Best Store In Town Are ‘As Fresh As Fresh Gets’

Food City’s meat and seafood and produce and floral departments can be best described in two words: picky and convenient. The company prides itself on providing the freshest produce, highest quality meat and seafood and brightest floral arrangements in the market – all while cultivating partnerships with local farmers and growers to provide the best […]