Posted inIndependent Store News, C&S Wholesale Grocers, News, Southeast

C&S Wholesale Grocers Signs Supply Agreement With Sedano’s Supermarkets

Keene, New Hampshire-based C&S Wholesale Grocers has signed an agreement with Sedano’s Supermarkets, becoming the primary supplier for the 32-store Hispanic grocery chain based in Hialeah, Florida. The deal includes distribution, transportation, procurement, merchandising and retail services for all Sedano’s locations, with C&S supplying an expansive assortment and mix. “We’re excited for our partnership with […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast

Publix Opens New Store In Locust Grove, GA

Publix opened a new store Jan. 28 in the Shops at Indian Creek, 4518 Hwy 42 S. in Locust Grove, Georgia. The 48,387-square-foot store features traditional departments, including a full-service deli counter with a variety of meats and cheeses, an international selection of olives, antipastos, hummus and more than 200 artisan cheeses from the United […]

Ask The Experts: Ryan Draude, Giant Food

Ryan Draude has spent nearly 15 years building nationally-recognized loyalty programs at brands like Choice Hotels, RITE AID, and now Giant Food — where he currently serves as the head of loyalty.  But as cross-shopping, value-seeking behavior becomes the norm, earning loyalty from grocery shoppers is getting harder every day. We spoke with Ryan about […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Festival Foods, Midwest, News

Festival Foods’ Munns Retiring, Whitney Promoted To Chief Merchant

Festival Foods shared two personnel moves Jan. 30, including the upcoming retirement of Randy Munns, EVP and COO, and the promotion of Adam Whitney to chief merchant. Munns will retire Feb. 13 after a 40-year career in the grocery industry, including 35 years with the Wisconsin-based chain. Munns joined Festival in 1991 as a third-shift […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Costco Wholesale, National, News

Costco Launches Same-Day Instacart Delivery Websites In France, Spain

Costco  (Nasdaq: COST) members in France and Spain can shop online and receive same-day delivery through Costco’s first European websites powered by Instacart’s Storefront Pro commerce platform and fulfillment solutions services, the companies announced Jan. 30. The initial rollout includes delivery from all Costco locations in the two countries, including stores in the Paris metropolitan […]

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

Kroger Expands Simple Truth Protein Line With 24 New Products

Kroger added 24 new Simple Truth Protein products to store shelves in January, expanding the line to more than 110 items as customers focus on wellness goals in the new year. The expanded line features protein-packed options designed to support nutrition goals, from establishing everyday habits to building strength. All products are free from unwanted […]