AWG Brands, the private brands program of Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. (AWG), has launched Pure Wonder by Best Choice, a new brand dedicated to pets. Available this month, the brand offers a comprehensive range of pet products, including food and essentials for dogs, cats and birds. The decision to introduce Pure Wonder by Best Choice […]
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Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Vallarta Supermarkets, West
Vallarta Supermarkets To Open New Store In Los Angeles
Vallarta Supermarkets is preparing for the April 23 grand opening of a new store at 3300 W Slauson Ave. in the Park Mesa Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles. The grocer shared that it is taking over a 46,333-square-foot space, formerly occupied by Ralphs and “left vacant for some time,” bringing 165 new jobs to Park […]
Posted inProduce News, Associated Wholesale Grocers, News, Southeast
Healthy Family Project Celebrates 9-Year Partnership With AWG
Healthy Family Project has begun its 2025 Produce for Kids campaign in Associated Wholesale Grocers’ (AWG) Springfield and Gulf Coast divisions, marking a nine-year partnership dedicated to promoting healthier families and supporting communities in need. Through this year’s campaign, participating produce partners are collectively donating 170,000 meals to local Feeding America food banks. Shoppers will […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, News, Southwest, Walmart
Walmart Highlights Business Strategy Focused On Driving Growth
Walmart hosted its Investment Community meeting April 9, with leadership highlighting the strength of the company’s business operations and strategy. Doug McMillon, president and CEO, Walmart Inc., expressed confidence in the company’s ability to navigate against a more fluid backdrop, given improved business flexibility and profit diversification. He emphasized the retailer’s resilience, having successfully managed […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix Celebrates Grand Opening In Jasper, GA
Publix celebrated the grand opening of a new supermarket April 9 at 178 Virginia Way in Jasper, Georgia. “We’re excited for the opening of this Publix location in Jasper,” said Nicole Krauss, Publix media relations manager. “We look forward to providing premier service and quality products to new and existing customers in the first mountain […]
Posted inPrivate Label Brands, Executive News, Food City, News, Southeast
Food City’s Purdy Inducted Into PLMA’s Private Label Hall Of Fame
Ross Purdy, VP of center store operations for Food City, was recently inducted into Private Label Manufacturers Association’s (PLMA) Private Label Hall of Fame in the Lifetime Achievement category. PLMA created the Private Label Hall of Fame in 2006 to recognize those who have “made significant contributions to the growth and development of the global […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Fresh Thyme, Midwest, News
Fresh Thyme Market Adds Natural Product Advisor Certification For Employees
In partnership with Alive Academy, Fresh Thyme Market has launched a custom accredited retailer education certification program designed to enhance employee knowledge in the vitamin, supplement and body care category. “Providing our customers with an elevated shopping experience starts with our incredible team,” said Fresh Thyme President Liz Zolcak. “Through our partnership with Alive Publishing […]
Posted inSustainability News, Publix Super Markets, Southeast
Publix Promotes Commitment To Sustainability
Publix is sharing its commitment to sustainability as the U.S. celebrates Earth Month and Earth Day on April 22. Being a good steward of the environment is ingrained in the culture of the Lakeland, Florida-based company, as it touches on two cornerstones of its mission: responsibility to communities and not tolerating waste. “Our commitment to […]