Eskew will step down after nearly 50 years at Harps, while Van Hoose returns a member of the founding family to the company’s top role.
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Posted inCorporate Store News, Equipment & Technology, Southwest, Walmart
Walmart+ Adds Citgo, Growing Gas Benefit To 17K Stations
Walmart+ members in parts of the Southeast, Midwest and Northeast will see some of the biggest gains in access, the retailer said.
Posted inMerchandising News, Executive News, Foodtown, News, Northeast, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Allegiance Retail Services Brings Back Conese To Lead Merchandising
He will provide strategic direction in several areas, as well as overall value for the co-op’s independent retail members.
Posted inGrocers Give, Featured News, Independent Store News, Northeast, Wegmans
Wegmans Anchors 9/11 Day Meal Pack Marking 25th Anniversary
Four hundred-plus volunteers assemble more than 145,000 multi-serving oatmeal kits for families in need as part of the observance.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, Midwest, The Kroger Co.
Kroger’s Martinsville, IN, Remodel Part Of Year’s $200M Investments
Central Division President Mike Goodwin said the goal of the remodel was to make the store more convenient and comfortable.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, Southwest, Whole Foods
Whole Foods Investing $230M In Team Member Pay, Benefits
Among the enhacements, U.S. team members will gain access to Amazon’s benefits package on Jan. 1.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Featured News, Finance News, Midwest, News, The Kroger Co.
Kroger Q2 Identical Sales Up 0.2%; Sales Guidance Lowered
Adjusted e-commerce sales was a bright spot for the grocer, growing 20 percent during the quarter.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, Food City, Southeast
Food City Replacement Store In VA Opens Sept. 16
The company’s history in the Smyth County community stretches back nearly half a century.
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Organic Natural, Southwest, Suppliers, Whole Foods
Niman Ranch Debuts Hatch Green Chile Bratwurst At Whole Foods
Stores in the Austin, Texas-based grocer’s Southwest, Pacific Northwest and Rocky Mountain regions will carry the product.
Posted inMarketing News, Independent Store News, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets
Tops, By Abigail Lee To Unveil Royalty Print Snacks At Sept. 12 Event
The Royalty-print snacks will be available at most Tops locations, while tailgate merchandise will be sold at nearly 30 stores in pop-up style boutiques.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Equipment & Technology, Featured News, Harps Food Stores, Southwest
Harps Promotes Haulmark, McDoniel To Director Roles
They will oversee insurance and AI strategy/innovation, respectively.
Posted inAisle Watch, Featured News, Fresh Thyme, Independent Store News, Midwest, Suppliers
Fresh Thyme’s First ‘Pitch Thyme’ Adds 4 MI Brands To Shelves
Specialty coffee spread maker Bingo Roasters earning top honors as the Customer Choice winner.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Featured News, News, Northeast, Wakefern
Wakefern Banners Join Uber Eats, Adding 375+ Stores To Platform
With the addition of Uber Eats, the New Jersey-based co-op’s banners can offer delivery from all the major providers as well as its in-house option.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Ahold Delhaize, News, Northeast, The Giant Company
Giant Begins Remodels At Two Home-State Stores
The two Philadelphia-area stores in Souderton and Feasterville are expected to have completed their refreshes by early 2027.
Posted inEquipment & Technology, Bakery News, Deli News, Fresh Thyme, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Midwest
Fresh Thyme Expands Afresh AI Usage After Deli Sales Lift
Afresh Production Planning will roll out in the deli, produce, meat and bakery departments after a deli test increased sales.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Executive News, Featured News, West
Albertsons Names Whitman To New Executive Chair Role
Beyond leading the board, Meg Whitman will serve as an operations and strategic advisor to CEO Susan Morris and her senior team.
Posted inOrganic Natural, Corporate Store News, Natural Grocers, News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Celebrates Organic Month With Savings, Fundraiser
Monthlong savings for {N}power rewards members are accompanied by special offers, organic-focused education and an in-store fundraiser.
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Finance News, News, Northeast, UNFI
UNFI Caps Fiscal 2026 With Q4 Profit, 27 Percent EBITDA Growth
The Rhode Island-based wholesaler’s fiscal year ended Aug. 1 was defined by network optimization and profitability gains.
Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, IGA, News, Southeast
Greenwood Market Place In MS Chosen To Host IGA 100th Celebration
It is one of only five stores in the IGA network selected to host a Community Day Celebration as part of the alliance’s anniversary festivities.
Posted inBeverage News, Independent Store News, News, Northeast, ShopRite, Wakefern
Cingari Family Markets, Half Full Brewery Offer LTO Pumpkin Ale
Starting Sept. 7 the seasonal brew is available for a limited time at the 10 Cingari Family ShopRites in Connecticut.