Gelson’s Markets has reached an agreement with Ralphs to sell its La Costa store in Carlsbad, California, with ownership and operations expected to transfer March 9. Gelson’s said the store, which it has operated for 10 years, has faced ongoing financial challenges for some time and remains unprofitable despite continued efforts to improve performance. The […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, Anniversary Issues, News, Rouses Market, Southeast, Special Section
‘Mr. Anthony’ Remembered For Drive, Work Ethic At Rouses Markets
A good entrepreneur can build a business from the ground up. A great entrepreneur can build a business from the ground up, literally. That was Anthony Rouse, the founder of Rouses Markets. Those who remember him recall the family man in coveralls who was always the hardest-working man in the room – or on the […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, National, News, The Kroger Co.
The Kroger Co. Launches Verified Savings Program
The Kroger Co. has launched the Verified Savings Program, providing a 20 percent discount on fruits and vegetables and half-off Boost by Kroger Plus memberships to recipients of various government assistance programs, including SNAP, WIC and Medicaid. Customers may sign up online using SheerID, a verification service provider that helps retailers confirm eligibility. “Making fresh […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, ShopRite
ShopRite Donates Gift Cards To Local Food Pantries
To celebrate the grand opening of a new ShopRite in Blackwood, New Jersey, Zallie Family Markets and the Zallie Community Foundation are donating $20,000 in ShopRite gift cards to 12 food pantries to help stock shelves and support families facing food insecurity. The recipients include: Bethel Church The Unforgotten Haven Camden County College St. Vincent […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, H-E-B, News, Southwest
Favor Releases Third Annual TX Delivery Report
Favor – an on-demand delivery app based in Austin, Texas – has released its 2025 “How Texas Orders In” report, offering a look at delivery preferences, trends and moments that defined how residents used its services throughout the year. The annual report analyzes delivery data across more than 400 Texas cities and reveals statewide preferences […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast, Sustainability News
Publix Supports Coral Restoration Through Good Together Campaign
Publix Super Markets is expanding its environmental philanthropy by supporting coral restoration efforts in the Florida Keys, using donations from its Good Together campaign to install a field nursery with conservation partner FORCE BLUE. The project consists of 25 coral trees – tree-like underwater structures anchored to the ocean floor with floats – that provide […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest, News, The Kroger Co.
The Kroger Co. Approves Additional $2 Billion Share Repurchase Authorization
The Kroger Co. shared that its board of directors has approved an incremental $2 billion share repurchase authorization, expanding the company’s capacity to return capital to shareholders through buybacks. The new authorization supplements the previously announced $7.5 billion repurchase program from December 2024. With the additional funding, Kroger has about $2.9 billion available under its […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Fareway, Midwest, News
Fareway Opens New Store In Granger, IA
Fareway Stores Inc. held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Dec. 22 for a new 21,000-square-foot store in Granger, Iowa. “We’re thrilled to serve Granger and its surrounding communities,” said Reynolds Cramer, CEO of Fareway Stores Inc. “Fareway is built on family values, quality and commitment to customer service. We’re excited to welcome area residents to their new […]