Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Meijer is deploying two of the first all-electric semitrucks outside of California. The retailer operates one of the largest fleets in Michigan with 250 semitrucks and was the first in North America to implement the EPA’s 2010 near-zero emissions standards in 2009. It is also the first nationwide to track the performance of the Freightliner eCascadia semitrucks in […]
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Harris Teeter Donates $145K To Local Schools Through Program
Matthews, North Carolina-based Harris Teeter has donated $145,451 to participating schools through its Together in Education program. Together in Education, Harris Teeter’s fundraising program for schools throughout its communities, offers schools three payouts per school year. This is the first of three payouts the company will make to schools during the 2022-23 school year and brings the total […]
Posted inFresh Thyme, Beverage News, Midwest
Tiesta Tea Adds Kiosk At Fresh Thyme Market Stores
Tiesta Tea, a Chicago-based manufacturer of loose leaf teas, has announced its launch of the Tea-Osk, a loose leaf tea kiosk, in all Fresh Thyme Market stores across 10 states. The Tea-Osk can be found in the bulk foods section of all Fresh Thyme Market locations. The Tea-Osk contains a selection of bulk loose leaf teas […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Opens New Locations In Florida, Georgia
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix Super Markets has opened two new locations in the Southeast. The grocer opened a store in the Town Center at 11055 Daryl Carter Parkway in Orlando, Florida, and one in the Eagles Corner Shopping Center at 101 Tormenta Way in Statesboro, Georgia. The 48,387-square-foot stores will offer departments for grocery, dairy, frozen food, […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., Midwest, Online Grocery Technology
Kroger Named On Top 100 Best Places To Work In IT List
Cincinnati-based Kroger Co. has been named to Foundry’s Computerworld 2023 Best Places to Work in IT. The recognition marks the fifth consecutive time that Kroger’s technology and digital team has been recognized by Computerworld for having an innovative workplace culture. Kroger ranks No. 43 among large companies on the 2023 list. “Our technology and digital teams empower Kroger to serve […]
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Publix Announces Fourth Kentucky Location
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has acquired property for a fourth store in Kentucky. Located at Flat Rock and Shelbyville roads, the store will be its third in Louisville. Plans for the 48,387-square-foot store include a pharmacy and an adjacent Publix Liquors, offering beer, wine and spirits. The store is anticipated to open in the second quarter […]
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Kroger Launches Floral, Sushi Delivery Through DoorDash
Cincinnati-based The Kroger Co. has launched floral and sushi delivery on the DoorDash marketplace from banner stores across the country. The new delivery option marks the latest expansion for the grocer. “By offering customer-favorite sushi options and premium floral bouquets through third-party marketplaces, we are continuing to evolve and meet customers where and how they are shopping,” said Stuart Aitken, SVP and […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Harris Teeter Donates $30K To Nonprofits In North Carolina
Harris Teeter will donate $30,000 in gift cards to nonprofits in Moore County, including the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina – Sandhills and other local organizations. This donation will support recovery efforts after a long-lasting power outage. “We are deeply rooted in supporting our communities during times of crisis,” said Danna Robinson, […]