by Mary Margaret Stewart, staff writer Today, Paula Janssen is the majority owner of Janssen’s Market in Wilmington, Delaware, a gourmet grocery store of about 100 employees. Janssen’s grandfather founded the store in 1952, and her parents recently stepped away from the business to enjoy their retirement, still maintaining partial ownership. However, the way things […]
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Taylor To Retire As CEO Of The United Family In March
Robert Taylor announced Feb. 9 he will retire as CEO of Lubbock, Texas-based United Supermarkets on March 1, and will be succeeded in the role by Sidney Hopper, president of the company. Taylor will continue in an advisory role for the company as EVP – senior advisor. “I have been working for, or with, this […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., COVID News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Kroger To Pay All Associates Who Take COVID-19 Vaccine
The Kroger Co., headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, will provide a one-time payment of $100 to all associates who receive the full manufacturer-recommended doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. In addition to the new vaccine payment, the company also announced an additional $50 million investment to thank and reward associates across its 35-state footprint, including a $100 store […]
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The Pie Hole Now Open At Gelson’s In Santa Monica, California
The Pie Hole, the fastest growing pie and coffee shop in the nation, has partnered with Gelson’s Markets to open the first The Pie Hole Bakery inside the grocery chain’s Santa Monica, California store. “Our first retail grocery unit within Gelson’s is an exciting development for brand, especially with the high economic consumer demand for […]
Posted inAssociation News, Albertsons, Home Page Slider, National
PLMA Releases Salute To Excellence Award Winners
Among the most popular original programming features for PLMA Live’s Private Label Week has been the release of retail winners for PLMA’s Salute to Excellence awards. These are presented in recognition of the best new private label products of 2020 in nearly 70 food and nonfood categories. The announcements are featured in an exclusive series […]
Posted inShelby Exclusives, Home Page Latest News, International Foods, Southwest, Vista Markets
Market Profile: Seven-Store Vista Markets Chain Has Expanded Along With El Paso
‘We cater to the community here by being diverse’ by Mary Margaret Stewart, staff writer Mike Piña founded Vista Markets in the late 1980s as a bakery. Over the years, it has transitioned into a full-sized supermarket. Today, the company operates seven grocery stores in El Paso, Texas, with plans for an eighth at the beginning […]
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Whole Foods Celebrates Valentine’s Day With Virtual Cooking Classes
Whole Foods Market, headquartered in Austin, Texas, has released “Gourmet Date for Good,” a series of three virtual live cook-along events to celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend at home in three unique ways. Organized by Whole Foods Market and hosted by comedian Heather McMahan, actress Tabitha Brown and comedian Matt Bellassai, each event is designed for […]
Posted inGiant Food, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Giant Food Celebrates 85 Years, Longtime Commitment To Communities
Landover, Maryland-based Giant Food is celebrating 85 years in business this year. Commemorating the retailer’s deep ties to the local community, Giant associates are volunteering on Friday, Feb. 5, to support local partner nonprofits Maryland Food Bank, Food Bank of Delaware and Martha’s Table, helping pack food for people who are struggling with hunger. “Reflecting on […]