Posted inH-E-B, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southwest, Sustainability News

H-E-B To Hand Out 250K Reusable Bags On Earth Day April 22

H-E-B will celebrate Earth Day with its annual reusable bag give away, which provides 250,000 custom-designed reusable bags to customers across Texas. Beginning April 22, customers who visit any H-E-B, Central Market, Joe V’s Smart Shop or Mi Tienda store in Texas are eligible to receive a complimentary Earth Day bag, while supplies last. The bags feature art designed […]

Posted inThe Kroger Co., Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest

Kroger Names Dickerson As Houston Division’s Corporate Affairs Manager

The Kroger Houston division announced Teresa Dickerson, formerly corporate affairs manager for the organization’s Delta-Memphis division, will now lead corporate affairs, including internal and external, reputation communications, government and community relations for the Houston, Texas, division. The division includes 108 stores in the Greater Houston area and Louisiana. Dickerson joined The Kroger Co. in 2014 and has more than 20 […]

Posted inMeijer, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Midwest

Meijer LPGA Classic Partners With J Brewers For Hospitality Experience

The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will welcome families, foodies and golf fans from across the Midwest to Grand Rapids, Michigan for a golf tournament June 16-19 at Blythefield Country Club.  “While we’re excited to bring the tournament back at the large scale that our community remembers from previous years, we’ve refreshed it with new elements that will […]

Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast

Publix Employees Recognized For Community Involvement

Lakeland, Florida-based Publix recognized six associates with the Mr. George Community Service Award during the company’s recent annual stockholders’ meeting. Publix founder George Jenkins, known as Mr. George, believed that Publix and its employees should make a difference in the communities they serve. To recognize employees who exemplify his commitment to service, Publix established the Mr. […]

Posted inCostco Wholesale, Bakery News, Home Page Slider, National

St. Pierre’s Expands Distribution To Costco Locations

St. Pierre Bakery has secured new distribution with Costco. The brand launched into the Bay Area division in 2021, distributed across 57 sites. Costco has now added St. Pierre’s core range to its Los Angeles division stores – initially through 30 of the 59 clubs in the Los Angeles division. The move will see Costco become […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Northeast, Snacks Brands, Whole Foods

Brave Good Kind Expands Tender Chicken Bites Distribution At Walmart

K2 Ventures, a Boston, Massachusetts-based startup that launched a new snack brand called Brave Good Kind last year, has announced that its Tender Chicken Bars will be distributed at more than 250 Walmart locations nationwide. Launched online in spring 2021, Brave Good Kind says it is on a mission to reimagine healthy on-the-go snacking and designed especially for women and kids. […]

Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast

BJ’s Wholesale Club To Offer A One-Stop Shop For Easter Essentials

Westborough, Massachusetts-based BJ’s Wholesale Club is delivering convenient savings on Easter basket goodies, sweet treats, spring décor, apparel and fresh food. “We have everything our members need to prepare for and celebrate the Easter holiday this season,” said Rachael Vegas, EVP and chief merchandising officer, BJ’s Wholesale Club. “We know our members value convenience and savings, and […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Bashas', Home Page Slider, West

Bashas’ Opens Application Period For ‘Donut Flavor Craze’ Contest

Chandler, Arizona-based Bashas is holding its seventh annual Donut Flavor Craze contest. Two winners – one kid and one adult – will have their creations featured in the grocer’s donut cases this summer, earning them Bashas’ Donut Ambassador titles in 2022. Through May 14, Arizonans are invited to submit their favorite carnival-inspired donut flavor. Kids […]