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 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 […]