Posted inCorporate Store News, Giant Food, Northeast

Giant Food, Divert Achieve Food Waste Milestone

Giant Food and Divert Inc. have reached a milestone of about 80 million pounds of unsold food products processed since 2022, the equivalent of mitigating more than 37,000 metric tons of CO2e. “Partnering with Divert has allowed us to make a tangible difference in reducing food waste and supporting our communities,” said Diane Hicks, SVP […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, H-E-B, Southwest

H-E-B Opens E-Commerce Fulfillment Center In Houston

H-E-B has opened a new e-commerce fulfillment center in Houston, Texas, a project that further expands the retailer’s commitment to integrate technologies that drive omnichannel growth and provide a better shopping experience for customers. The 100,000-square-foot facility will support H-E-B curbside and home delivery orders throughout Houston and surrounding cities. Building on H-E-B’s presence in […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Market Profile, Piggly Wiggly, Southeast

Piggly Wiggly In Eutaw, AL, Endures As Town’s Only Grocer

For nearly a quarter of a century, Jacky and Sandra Hamilton have been fixtures in the grocery business. In 2001, they purchased the Piggly Wiggly in Eutaw, a rural town of fewer than 3,000 residents in western Alabama. Since 2021, their store has become the sole grocery provider and a vital hub for the community. […]

Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, KeHE Distributors, West

KeHE Concludes Summer Show, Highlights Top 2025 Trends

KeHE Distributors recently concluded its 2025 Summer Show in Phoenix – and virtually on the KeHE Connect platform – featuring top trends, merchandising solutions and show-only deals. With 5,000 attendees on-site, the show offered networking opportunities and fresh insights into the latest industry trends. As one of KeHE’s largest events of the year, the Summer […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Midwest, Natural Grocers

Natural Grocers Celebrates Wichita Store’s 10th Anniversary

Natural Grocers is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of its store at 10520 W. 13th St. N. in Wichita, Kansas. From Feb. 21-23, customers can join the celebration with special {N}power member-only deals. Since opening in 2015, the store has been a source for organic and natural groceries, supplements and household essentials. The company, founded in […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Vallarta Supermarkets, West

Vallarta Supermarkets Expands Usage Of RELEX Solutions

Vallarta Supermarkets has expanded its use of RELEX Solutions to include advanced pricing and promotion planning optimization. Last year, Vallarta selected RELEX to implement space and assortment planning across its 56 stores and more than 30,000 SKUs. Building on this foundation, Vallarta’s expansion with RELEX will bring enhanced accuracy to their pricing strategies and boost sales and profitability. […]

Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Associated Grocers, Inc., Southeast

Associated Grocers Hosts Shopping Spree At 2 Louisiana Stores

Associated Grocers Inc. celebrated Food Club’s 80th birthday by awarding two customers with a five-minute shopping spree at their local Associated Grocers’ retail member store. The month-long entry contest culminated with the announcement of the two winners who went on a shopping spree down the aisles of their favorite Associated Grocers store. Food Club is one […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Harris Teeter, Southeast

Harris Teeter Ranks Among Best For Customer Service

Harris Teeter has been recognized on USA Today’s list of “America’s Best Customer Service” for 2025. “Harris Teeter’s valued associates are at the heart of everything we do, and this award is a testament to their dedication and care,” said Danna Robinson, Harris Teeter’s director of corporate affairs. “We’re so proud every time we hear […]