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Kroger Expands Private Selection Brand With Ready-To-Eat Meals

The Kroger Co. has expanded its Private Selection brand with more than 20 prepared meals designed to deliver quick meal options. The meals are available across Kroger’s family of stores and include globally inspired options spanning frozen entrées, refrigerated deli meals and fresh-roasted chicken. “The new Private Selection line brings high quality and convenience without […]

Posted inHealth & Wellness, Ahold Delhaize, National, News

Guiding Stars, PHA Expand Collaboration To Advance Nutrition Standard

Guiding Stars and Partnership for a Healthier America has expanded their collaboration that establishes Guiding Stars as a core nutrition standard supporting PHA’s work to advance healthier food choices nationwide. The collaboration strengthens shared efforts to advance a more nutritious and transparent food landscape, while supporting both organizations’ commitments to better-for-you choices and improved well-being for […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Independent Store News, Meijer, Midwest, News

Meijer Partners With SHI International For Technology Solutions

Meijer has partnered with SHI International, a technology solutions provider, to support the retailer’s behind-the-scenes technology needs, including Microsoft-related services. The partnership is led by Patrick Grow, who manages key Michigan accounts for SHI and has a personal connection to Meijer that spans decades. Grow grew up in western Michigan, just a few miles from […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Brookshire Grocery Co., Executive News, Featured News, News, Southwest

Brookshire Grocery Co. Chairman, CEO To Retire

Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) has shared that Chairman and CEO Brad Brookshire is retiring, concluding a career defined by servant leadership, community commitment and long-term growth of the family-owned company. Jerry LeClair will assume the role of interim CEO. Brookshire, the grandson of company founder W.T. Brookshire, has served the company for 49 years, including […]

Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Featured News, IGA, Independent Store News, National, News

IGA, National Pork Board Partner To Drive Pork Category Growth At Retail

The Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA) has begun a Red Oval Partnership with the National Pork Board (NPB), reinforcing IGA’s commitment to sharing resources with independent grocers to help them better serve shoppers. Through the partnership, the National Pork Board will collaborate with IGA member stores on in-store promotions, shopper marketing initiatives and educational resources featuring […]

Posted inExecutive News, Albertsons, Featured News, News, West

Albertsons Cos. Appoints Rice To Board Of Directors

Albertsons Cos. appointed Brian Rice to its board of directors effective Feb. 25, expanding the panel to 11 members. Rice is a seasoned global technology executive with more than 30 years of experience leading large-scale digital transformation, technology modernization and operational excellence across recognized consumer brands. He currently serves as EVP and global CIO at […]

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

H-E-B Undertakes Store Remodel, Expansion In Harlingen, TX

H-E-B has begun a major remodel and expansion of its 83 and Lincoln store in Harlingen, Texas, bringing significant upgrades that will modernize, refresh and expand services for customers. The project represents a substantial investment in the community and reaffirms the grocer’s commitment to the Rio Grande Valley. Located at 613 S. Expressway 83, the […]

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Coborn’s Market & Table To Open New Store In Plymouth, MN

Coborn’s Inc. will open its flagship Coborn’s Market & Table store March 12 in Plymouth, Minnesota. Serving as an anchor of The Boulevard development at Interstate 494 and Bass Lake Road, the store offers an elevated approach to grocery shopping. “At the heart of Market & Table is a simple idea – we love food, […]