Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast

Publix Supports Florida Hurricane Relief With $1M Donation

Lakeland, Florida-based Publix Super Markets Charities is donating $1 million to nonprofits, including the American Red Cross and United Way, supporting relief efforts in areas affected by Hurricane Ian.  On Sept. 30, Publix is activating a company-wide donation campaign, allowing customers and employees to help those affected by the hurricane. Donations may be made in […]

Posted inMeijer, Midwest, Produce News

Meijer To Offer Discounts On Produce For SNAP Customers

Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer will begin offering special discounts on fruits and vegetables for its SNAP customers. The initiative – which will include discounts from 5-10 percent on SNAP purchases on qualifying produce – is thanks to a waiver granted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture that Meijer applied for earlier this year. “As a […]

Posted inKeHE Distributors, Southwest, Wholesaler/Distributor News

KeHE To Open Largest Distribution Center In Dallas, TX

KeHE Distributors will unveil its new distribution center on Oct. 5 in Dallas, Texas. The space will total nearly one million square feet, KeHE’s largest facility to date. This distribution center will provide job and growth opportunities for the greater Dallas area and for KeHE. Additionally, the new distribution center allows more dedicated support for the […]

Posted inMeijer, Grocery Store Layout, Midwest, Sustainability News

Meijer Unveils Rain Gardens To Improve Water Quality At Store

In an effort to improve the water quality in Ox Creek and support pollinators that are critical for local agriculture, Meijer partnered with the Berrien County Drain Commission and the Southwest Michigan Planning Commission to install four rain gardens throughout its Benton Harbor store parking lot. The project is comprised of three small rain gardens in […]

Posted inSouthwest, Amazon Fresh, Corporate Store News, Whole Foods

Walmart Jumps Into Roblox With Virtual Universe

Bentonville, Arkansas-based is launching two new immersive experiences in the metaverse mega-platform, Roblox. Called Walmart Land and Walmart’s Universe of Play, the spaces offer interactive content and entertainment for customers, bringing to life the best of Walmart’s “aisles” in a virtual world. Walmart Land will bring fashion, style, beauty and entertainment items to the global […]

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

BJ’s Wholesale Club To Open First Indiana Location

BJ’s Wholesale Club will open its first store in Indiana on Sept. 30. The opening of the store at 13210 Tegler Drive in Noblesville will bring the retailer’s number of U.S. locations to 231. The new club will have a BJ’s Gas location on-site and offer members low fuel prices, with the opportunity to earn extra savings through BJ’s […]

Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Southeast

Food Lion Expands To Go Services At 24 Additional Stores

Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion has expanded its Food Lion To Go grocery pick up service to 24 more stores in North Carolina and Kentucky. The grocer is offering shoppers the first pickup for free. Customers can confirm availability and place orders through the Food Lion To Go website or the Food Lion To Go app. Shoppers can also […]

Posted inMeijer, Frozen Food, Midwest, Sustainability News

Meijer Recognized By EPA For Low Refrigerant Emissions Rate

For the second consecutive year, Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer was recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency’s GreenChill Program for having the lowest corporate-wide refrigerant emissions rate out of all the GreenChill Partners over the past year. As an active participant in the EPA’s program since 2012, the retailer has made reducing its refrigerant leak rate […]