The USO, a nonprofit supporting U.S. service members and their families, has teamed up with Kroger to launch mobile food programming that will serve local military communities. The initiative began May 16 with a “Stuff the Truck” event at the Chamblee-Tucker Kroger store in Atlanta, Georgia. “The USO is proud to uplift the U.S. military […]
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Posted inNonfood Items, Southeast
The Fresh Market To Offer Color-Changing Peonies For Limited Time
Greensboro, North Carolina-based The Fresh Market Inc. will be carrying Command Performance Peonies for a limited time. This hybrid peony variety changes color every day. Command Performance peonies are grown in Southwest France in the region of Gironde, near the city of Bordeaux. The fully double-bomb shaped flowers are among the largest of all peony varieties. Once […]
Posted inAssociation News, Southeast
AWG Congratulates Nichols For Receiving TGCSA Retailer Of The Year
Associated Wholesale Grocers Inc. has announced that Jimmy Nichols, president and COO of Houchens Food Group and board member of AWG, has received the Tennessee Grocers and Convenience Store Association Retailer of the Year award. The TGCSA Retailer of the Year award is selected annually to recognize distinguished leaders from the grocery and convenience store operator companies […]
Posted inC-Store News, Southeast
Buc-ee’s To Debut Travel Center May 16 In Florence, SC
Buc-ee’s will unveil its newest travel center May 16 in Florence, South Carolina, off Interstate 95 at North Williston Road. The company will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m., attended by state and local leaders. Those slated to participate in the ceremony include Gov. Henry McMaster, State Rep. Murrell Smith; Florence County Council Chairman Willard Dorriety, […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Fresh Express Celebrates National Salad Month With Recipes, Contests
Orlando, Florida-based Fresh Express is celebrating National Salad Month with a series of promotional activities throughout May, anchored by an online and social contest that provides salad inspiration and encourages consumers to create a new salad every day. The company offers more than 100 varieties of fresh and healthy salads ranging from leafy salad greens like […]
Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Southeast
BJ’s Wholesale Club To Open New Location May 13 In Lady Lake, FL
BJ’s Wholesale Club will open its newest club location May 13 in Lady Lake, Florida. The club, located at 13585 NE 86th Path, will bring the company’s total U.S. stores to 229. The club will have a BJ’s Gas location on-site and offer members the opportunity to earn discounts through the BJ’s Fuel Saver Program. The Lady […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Southeast
Fresh Del Monte’s Network Shipping Rebrands To Offer Shipping Solutions
Miami, Florida-based Fresh Del Monte and Network Shipping, its ocean logistics arm, has enhanced its platform through a rebrand to optimize cargo space on its vessels, offering shipping solutions to a broader audience amid continuous supply chain pressures. The company’s rebrand improves its service functions with digital technology to better support human interactions, including a […]
Posted inCenter Store, Southeast
Savannah Bee Company Launches Orange Blossom Gold Reserve Honey
Georgia-based Savannah Bee Company has launched a pure orange blossom honey available within the U.S. market. This season’s orange blossom honey has reached what the brand deems “Gold Reserve” status. Savannah Bee Company made the decision to release an Orange Blossom Gold Reserve Honey after clinically testing the pollen count, considering the color clarity and […]