Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southwest, The Kroger Co.

The Kroger Co. Holds Grand Reopening At Dallas Store

The Kroger Dallas Division celebrated the grand reopening of its Lake Highlands store July 23 at 10677 E. Northwest Highway in Dallas. The festivities included a welcome by John Votava, Kroger Dallas Division director of corporate affairs, followed by remarks from Kroger Texas President Rudy DiPietro and store leader Josh Owens. To mark the occasion, […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, Wakefern

Wakefern Food Corp. Announces 2026 Local Wellness Supplier Summit

Wakefern Food Corp. is accepting applications for the 2026 Local Wellness Supplier Summit this fall. The event will explore new health-focused foods, beverages and products for potential placement in the grocer’s supermarket banners. Suppliers should be headquartered in states where those banners operate, including Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Hannaford Supermarkets, News, Northeast

Hannaford Supermarkets Introduces ‘All For Good’ Brand Campaign

Hannaford Supermarkets has launched a new brand campaign, “All for Good,” to demonstrate how the grocery and pharmacy retailer creates “more good” for its customers and communities across New England and New York. “We hear it all the time – our customers really care that Hannaford shares their values,” said Sarah Guzman, VP of marketing. […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets

Tops Markets Exceeds Children’s Miracle Network Campaign Goal

Tops Friendly Markets exceeded this year’s fundraising goal for its Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) campaign, collecting more than $414,000. Customers were able to support CMNH by buying a $1 Children’s Miracle Network Miracle Balloon or rounding up their grocery bills, with the proceeds benefiting 10 local women and children’s hospitals. Over the past 20 […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, News, Rouses Market, Southeast

Fast-Growing Lafayette Leading Way As Rouses Expanding In Louisiana

For this month’s Market Profile, The Shelby Report of the Southeast visited with Donny Rouse, the third-generation CEO of Rouses Markets, to talk about the company’s newest location in Lafayette and its strategic expansion in its home state of Louisiana, where it has 53 stores.   What can you tell us about your newest store […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Stater Bros. Markets, West

Stater Bros. Markets To Open Remodeled Store In Twentynine Palms, CA

Stater Bros. Markets will hold a grand reopening July 23 for its remodeled supermarket at 71727 29 Palms Hwy. in Twentynine Palms, California, where customers will be greeted by a large American flag on a 66-foot tall flagpole. “This flag will fly tall and proud and signify our respect for the patriotic local community and […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest, News, The Kroger Co.

Kroger Recognized As A ‘Best Place To Work’ For Disability Inclusion

The Kroger Co. has received a top score on the Disability Equality Index, making the company a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” for the sixth year in a row. “Kroger has a strong commitment to offering a workplace where associates of all abilities can meaningfully contribute, thrive and grow,” said Tim Massa, EVP […]