The Kroger Co. held a grand opening celebration Aug. 13 for a new Marketplace store at 175 Peachtree Exchange Blvd. in Hoschton, Georgia. The location represents a $40 million investment, encompassing more than 123,000 square feet and bringing more than 250 jobs to the area. Kroger employees and leadership joined city, county and state officials, […]
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Posted inExecutive News, News, Piggly Wiggly, Southeast, Wholesaler/Distributor News
Piggly Wiggly Alabama Makes 2 Key Executive Appointments
Piggly Wiggly Alabama Distributing Co. has announced two key executive changes: Tony Chicarelli has been named VP of sales, business and store development, while Delma Craft has become VP of operations. “These changes will help strengthen the PWADC organization as it works to improve its performance-driven service to its customers and strengthen retail profitability,” said […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Meijer, Midwest, News
Meijer Lowers Prices On Back-To-School Breakfast, Lunch Options
Meijer is dropping prices by up to 50 percent on back-to-school grocery essentials this fall to help families adjust to a new school year. Meijer brand food and drink items in the promotion include instant oatmeal, peanut butter and jelly, bread, cereal, fruit snacks and granola bars, among others. “Costs add up quickly as parents […]
Posted inExecutive News, Marketing News, Midwest, News, Private Label Brands, SpartanNash
SpartanNash Welcomes Ulichnie As VP, OwnBrands Marketing
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SpartanNash has named Jason Ulichnie VP of OwnBrands marketing. In this role, Ulichnie will oversee the end-to-end portfolio management, product development and brand equity of SpartanNash OwnBrands – including Our Family, Fresh and Finest by Our Family and Finest Reserve by Our Family – for company-operated stores and wholesale customers. Ulichnie also will manage […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Food City, Southeast
Food City Breaks Ground On New Site In Athens, AL
Company officials broke ground Aug. 8 for a new Food City on Lucas Ferry Road in Athens, Alabama. The 57,000-square-foot supermarket, which will create 180 new jobs, is expected to open next spring. It is the company’s fifth of six locations planned for the Huntsville market area. “Our first four Huntsville locations have been very […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Food Lion, Southeast
Food Lion Feeds Provides 28M Meals To Prevent Child Hunger
With many children facing food insecurity, Food Lion customers and participating vendors helped provide more than 28 million meals through the “Summers Without Hunger” initiative. Customers supported the annual campaign by buying special reusable bags for $2 between June 18-July 15. Ten Food Lion suppliers matched the proceeds from the bag sales: Campbell’s, Frito-Lay, General […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Executive News, Midwest, News, SpartanNash
SpartanNash Shares CIO, CISO Leadership Appointments
SpartanNash has appointed two new executive leaders – Ed Rybicki as SVP and chief information officer (CIO) and Brett Hoffman as VP and chief information security officer (CISO). The IT department is reporting to EVP and CFO Jason Monaco as part of a newly combined finance/IT/strategy organization. Rybicki will oversee SpartanNash’s technology team, focusing on […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Fareway, Market Profile, Midwest, News
Renovated Lisbon Location Latest For Fareway Stores In Iowa
The grocery industry in Iowa experienced a dynamic period from 2024 through mid-2025, marked by strategic expansions, significant remodels and a notable few closures, reflecting both economic pressures and a continued focus on serving communities. While the state’s overall financial position remains strong, grocers are navigating evolving consumer habits and intense competition. Iowa-based Fareway Stores […]