Posted inCorporate Store News, Natural Grocers, Southwest

Natural Grocers Readying 25th Store In Texas

The store Natural Grocers plans to open Feb. 19 at 601 N. Valley Mills Drive in Waco, Texas, will be its 25th in the Lone Star State. The festivities will begin at 8:15 a.m. with a $2,500 donation presentation to the Shepherd’s Heart, the grocer’s local food bank partner, followed by a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the store manager, community […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Northeast, Weis Markets

Weis Markets Donates $42K To Children’s Cancer Foundation

Weis Markets recently donated $42,000 to The Children’s Cancer Foundation Inc. at its store in Nottingham, Maryland. The funds were generated by customer round-up donations at checkout throughout December, along with a corporate contribution. CCF raises and distributes funds to support local pediatric cancer researchers and programs in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C., area. Since 1983, it […]

Posted inCorporate Store News, Harris Teeter, Southeast

Harris Teeter 2024 Community Impact Tops $6.5M

Harris Teeter’s 2024 philanthropy efforts raised more than $6.5 million in monetary donations, 1,300 employee volunteer hours and 5.3 million meals. “At Harris Teeter, we embrace the opportunity to give back to our communities with open arms,” said Danna Robinson, director of corporate affairs. “We’re grateful to our valued associates, loyal shoppers and trusted vendors […]

Posted inRetailer of the Year, Northeast, Tops Friendly Markets

Tops Friendly Markets Thriving As Neighborhood Staple With Timeless Tradition

For over six decades, Tops Friendly Markets has been more than just a grocery store. It’s been a community hub, trusted neighbor and purveyor of quality products. With nearly 150 locations across New York, Pennsylvania and Vermont, Tops is woven into the fabric of the community. From fresh produce to everyday essentials, Williamsville, New York-based […]

Posted inSustainability News, Natural Grocers, Southwest

Natural Grocers Shares 2024 Sustainability Report

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Inc. has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting the company’s values and practices to human health, animal welfare and the planet. “At Natural Grocers, we see grocery stores as a vital link in the food chain – integral to the health of people and the planet,” said Kemper Isely, co-president. […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Northgate Market, West

Northgate Gonzalez Market Unveils New-Look La Puente Store

Customers lined up early in the morning Jan. 29 to visit the newly redesigned Northgate González Market at 831 N. Hacienda Blvd. in La Puente, California. The new-look store highlights more of the fresh and prepared Mexican foods customers want, along with easy-to-navigate check stands for those on the go. “Today marks a special milestone […]

Posted inHealth & Wellness, Southwest, Walmart

Walmart Expands Pharmacy Delivery Across The U.S.

Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart has expanded its same-day pharmacy delivery to customers in 49 states across the U.S., becoming the first retailer to integrate pharmacy, general merchandise and grocery in a single online order. According to Walmart, same-day pharmacy delivery uses a combination of in-store and cloud-based technology platforms, artificial intelligence capabilities and a new geospatial […]