Posted inIndependent Store News, Food City, News, Southeast

Food City Celebrates Opening Of New Store in Dayton, TN

Food City opened a 55,000-square-foot store April 16 in Dayton, Tennessee, that replaces the previous Market Street location in the city. “We appreciate the support the residents of Dayton and Rhea County have shown our company, and we’re excited to provide our loyal customers with a much-needed new state-of-the-art Food City to better serve their […]

Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Associated Wholesale Grocers, Center Store, Midwest

AWG Brands Introduces Hello World By Best Choice Product Line

In response to the growing demand for budget-friendly baby care solutions, AWG Brands, the private brands program of Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. (AWG), has introduced Hello World by Best Choice. A line of baby products, Hello World by Best Choice features everything from diapers and wipes to health and wellness essentials. “Hello World by Best Choice […]

Posted inExecutive News, Midwest, SpartanNash, Wholesaler/Distributor News

SpartanNash Names Mahabir As VP, Retail Operations

SpartanNash has named Jay Mahabir VP of retail operations, effective immediately, overseeing retail operations at about 200 SpartanNash-operated stores in 10 states. Mahabir will be focused on leading an excellent in-store and online experience for employees and shoppers. “We will continue to enhance our shopping experience by focusing on freshness, value and convenience, and Jay […]

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

Publix Honors Associates For Outstanding Community Service

Six Publix associates were honored with the Mr. George Community Service Award for outstanding commitment to their communities during the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting. Publix founder George Jenkins believed that the company and its associates should make a difference in their communities. The Mr. George Community Service Award annually recognizes associates who have continued his […]

Posted inSustainability News, Natural Grocers, News, Southwest

Natural Grocers Commemorates Earth Day With Deals, Sweepstakes

Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers is celebrating Earth Day with special savings, giveaways and educational efforts. Each year, the company showcases environmentally conscious products and practices and hosts a special fundraiser throughout April to bring awareness to the importance of a healthy planet. The company’s month-long Earth Day celebration culminates with three days of Earth Day […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Midwest, News, Schnucks

Schnucks Joins DoorDash For On-Demand Delivery

Schnucks Markets Inc. has begun a partnership with DoorDash to provide consumers with access to on-demand delivery of groceries and daily essentials, as well as accept SNAP/EBT payments on the DoorDash Marketplace. “Consumers look to DoorDash to shop fresh, affordable groceries on-demand,” said Mike Goldblatt, VP of grocery and retail partnerships. “We’re thrilled to welcome […]