Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) has launched its annual Compassion in Action Food Drive to support food pantries in more than 170 communities. Through June 10, all Brookshire’s, Super 1 Foods, Spring Market, FRESH by Brookshire’s and Reasor’s stores are collecting food donations for distribution to service organizations and food pantries. Customers have the option to […]
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Posted inExecutive News, Coborn's, Midwest, News
Coborn’s Names Coborn Wright President
Coborn’s has shared that fifth-generation family member Emily Coborn Wright was promoted to president May 21. Her promotion marks a milestone in the company’s continued growth and legacy, as she brings a lifelong commitment to its mission, backed by a record of operational excellence, innovation and strategic leadership. Throughout her career at Coborn’s Inc., she […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Deli News, Hannaford Supermarkets, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, News, Northeast
Hannaford Brings Back Prepared Lobster Rolls For Summer
Hannaford Supermarkets is celebrating summer by bringing back its fresh lobster roll, available in the deli department at all 189 of the grocer’s stores through Labor Day, Sept. 1. Priced at $9.99, the roll is prepared in-store daily and features North Atlantic lobster tossed with mayonnaise and breadcrumbs on a bed of green leaf lettuce […]
Posted inCenter Store, Natural Grocers, News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Expands Standards For Household Cleaning Products
Natural Grocers is expanding its product standards to reflect the latest research and the company’s commitment to human and environmental health. The grocer introduced its household cleaning standards in 2016, offering alternatives to conventional products. The company’s updates reflect growing scientific understanding about the impact that certain common ingredients can have on indoor air quality, […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, National, News, Walmart
Walmart Commits $750,000 To Support Tornado Relief Efforts
Walmart Inc., along with Sam’s Club and the Walmart Foundation, is committing $750,000 to support tornado relief efforts in Illinois, Kentucky and Missouri communities after recent severe storms left thousands of residents with damage to their homes and many others without electricity. Following the storms – particularly in St. Louis and London and Somerset, Kentucky […]
Posted inCenter Store, National, News, Save A Lot
Save A Lot Donates More Than $27.7K In Pet Food To Shelters
Save A Lot donated more than $27,700 worth of Oliver & Scout private brand pet food to help local animal shelters and charities feed homeless pets during National Pet Month in May. Participating stores and each of Save A Lot’s seven distribution centers partnered with shelters to donate pallets of the pet food totaling more […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Raley's, West
Raley’s To Anchor Development in Madera County, CA
Riverstone, a community in California’s Central Valley, will add 61,000 square feet of new retail space headlined by a Raley’s Supermarkets store. The new Riverstone location marks the second store in Madera County for Raley’s, a division of The Raley’s Companies, Located in the Riverwalk at Riverstone, the 40,000-square-foot store will feature a contemporary grocery […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Northeast, ShopRite
Zallie Family Markets Celebrates 2025 Hall Of Fame Inductees
Zallie Family Markets, a family-owned company that operates 11 ShopRite stores in southern New Jersey and Philadelphia, held its annual “Service Awards Dinner” on May 15, honoring 77 employees who had reached 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 or 50 years of service. The Quarter Century Club also was announced, giving special recognition to those achieving […]
Posted inExecutive News, Marketing News, Midwest, News, SpartanNash
SpartanNash Picks Plumb For VP, Marketing, Retail Banners
SpartanNash has named Matt Plumb VP of marketing, retail banners, a new position, where he will lead shopper-focused marketing strategies for its portfolio of about 200 company-operated stores, defining brand architecture and a differentiated experience based on shopper insights. “As we continue to build shopper loyalty and enhance the in-store and online experience for Family […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Vallarta Supermarkets, West
Vallarta Supermarkets Celebrates Store Opening In Colton, CA
Vallarta Supermarkets will open a new 43,931-square-foot store June 4 at 1250 Washington St. in Colton, California. The location, which has created numerous new job opportunities, will feature the full suite of Vallarta’s signature departments, each of which reflects and celebrates the traditions and tastes of Latin America. The store boasts a modern store design […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Midwest, News, SpartanNash
SpartanNash Launches Limited-Time Brat Shop For Summer
SpartanNash has introduced Brat Shop, a limited-time in-store destination offering classic and new bratwurst flavors at all Family Fare, D&W Fresh Market and Martin’s Super Markets. The flavors include Honey BBQ, Pineapple Teriyaki, Taco Cheddar and Hot+Sweet Red Chile, as well as regional-inspired options like Philly Cheesesteak and a Michigander classic with a taste of […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News, Schnucks
Schnucks Markets Named A U.S. Best Managed Company For 4th Year
Schnuck Markets has been recognized as a 2025 U.S. Best Managed Company for the fourth consecutive year, thereby receiving the “Gold Winner” designation. The program, sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, distinguishes outstanding U.S. private companies. The 2025 honorees demonstrated excellence in strategic planning and execution, commitment to their employees, financial performance […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Harps Food Stores, News, Southwest
Harps To Acquire Doc’s Food Stores In OK
Harps Food Stores Inc., has entered into a purchase agreement to acquire Doc’s Food Stores Inc., an independent grocery retailer with multiple locations across Oklahoma. The stores are in the following towns: Bixby, Collinsville, Coweta, Fairview, Glenpool, Newkirk, Okmulgee, Oologah, Sapulpa and Watonga. While the timing has not been finalized, both parties anticipate completing the […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, West, Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market Opens New Store In Las Vegas
Whole Foods Market opened a new 46,500-square-foot store May 15 at 2475 S. Town Center Drive in the Summerlin community of Las Vegas that replaces the Fort Apache store at 8855 W. Charleston Blvd. The new location’s product assortment features more than 100 items from Nevada, each meeting Whole Foods Market’s quality standards. “I started […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Midwest, News
AWG Elects Houchens Food Group’s Rush To Board Of Directors
Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. (AWG) has elected Greg Rush, president of Houchens Food Group (HFG), to fill an open position on its board of directors. A 100-percent employee-owned company, HFG operates in the grocery, convenience, hardware and restaurant industries. It has more than 400 locations across 15 states, including Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee and Alabama, […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, News, West
Albertsons Cos. Debuts Chef-Inspired Own Brand, Chef’s Counter
Albertsons Companies Inc. has launched Chef’s Counter, a new Own Brand featuring chef-inspired flavors and tastes. Chef’s Counter is debuting with a selection of ready-to-cook marinated meats available exclusively at Albertsons Cos. stores, including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME and Shaw’s. The launch coincides with Memorial Day weekend and the start of the summer grilling […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Produce News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix Produce For Kids Campaign Kicks Off With Supplier Support
Fifteen produce companies are collaborating with Publix Super Markets for the Healthy Family Project’s 23rd biannual Publix Produce for Kids campaign, aiming to provide 800,000 meals to 35 Feeding America partner food banks within the grocer’s operating area by June 25. The companies include Coast Tropical, Ayco Farms, Driscoll’s, The Wonderful Company, Shuman Farms, Mucci […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Midwest, News, Schnucks
Schnucks Kicks Off ‘Round Up’ Campaign Supporting Folds Of Honor
For the eighth consecutive year, Schnuck Markets is supporting the Folds of Honor Foundation through a “Round Up at the Register” campaign taking place at all of the grocer’s stores throughout the Midwest. Folds of Honor is a nonprofit that honors the sacrifices of fallen and disabled military veterans and first responders by providing educational […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, H-E-B, News, Southwest
H-E-B Celebrates Grand Opening Of Melissa, TX Store
The 136,000-square-foot store that H-E-B debuted May 14 in Melissa, Texas, joins seven other locations and two Joe V’s Smart Shops the retailer has opened in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The new store is at 1230 Central Expressway, where U.S. 75 and Highway 121 meet in Collin County, north of Dallas. “We’re thrilled to open […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Meijer, Midwest, News
Meijer Dropping Prices On 70+ Summer Grocery Staples
Meijer is dropping prices on more than 70 Meijer brand grocery essentials this summer to help customers who continue to feel the pinch of inflation. Items included in the 10-week promotion, which offers discounts up to 60 percent, include Meijer brand food and drinks popular in the Midwest during the summer months: hot dog and […]