Publix Super Markets CEO Kevin Murphy has announced the retirement of two VPs and the promotion of two new officers, effective Jan. 1. Randy Barber, VP of industrial maintenance and industrial operations purchasing, will retire after 46 years of service. Barber began his Publix career in 1978 as a front service clerk in Lakeland, Florida. […]
Category: Southeast
The Shelby Report of the Southeast covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southeast
Family Dollar To Accept SNAP/EBT Online Through Instacart
Family Dollar has partnered with Instacart to accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program’s Electronic Benefit Transfer (SNAP/EBT) payments for online orders. “Family Dollar takes great pride in delivering quality and value on family essentials through our convenient locations across the country,” said Larry Gatta, chief merchandising officer for Family Dollar. “Now, through our Instacart partnership, that […]
Posted inFeature, Home Page Latest News, Independent Store News, Southeast
Houchens Food Group Honors Store Managers In Western KY
Houchens Food Group recently unveiled a new program, the Store Manager Appreciation Awards, to recognize the work of its grocery store leadership, whom it considers its “unsung heroes.” Consisting of 18 lunch banquets divided by region and banner, the events include individual recognition of store managers as well as a selection of other awards. In […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Corporate Store News, Dollar General, Harris Teeter, Hy-Vee, Southeast, The Kroger Co.
Grocers Send Relief To Communities Impacted By Recent Hurricanes
Hurricane Helene battered the southeastern United States from Sept. 26-27, leaving devastation and flooding in its wake. Additionally, following the first hurricane, Hurricane Milton devastated Florida again a week later. The grocery industry has responded by providing food and water, as well as monetary donations to impacted communities. Alex Lee Alex Lee, the parent company […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Feature, Home Page Latest News, Southeast
Houchens Food Group Honors Store Managers In KY/TN Giant North Division
Houchens Food Group recently unveiled a new program, the Store Manager Appreciation Awards, to recognize the work of its grocery store leadership, whom it considers its “unsung heroes.” Consisting of 18 lunch banquets divided by region and banner, the events include individual recognition of store managers as well as a selection of other awards. In […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Harris Teeter, Southeast
Harris Teeter Begins Donation Campaign For Hurricane Relief Efforts
Harris Teeter has begun a customer-facing round-up campaign to support disaster relief efforts for communities impacted by Hurricane Helene. Through Oct. 28, customers can round up their purchase to the nearest whole dollar at checkout to benefit the American Red Cross. One hundred percent of funds donated will go to the Red Cross, which is […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Save A Lot, Southeast
Save A Lot Holds Grand Reopening In Russell Springs, KY
Save A Lot held a grand reopening Sept. 4 for its store at 238 E. Steve Warner Road in Russell Springs, Kentucky. It had been closed after a fire destroyed the store seven months ago. To celebrate the grand opening, Anchor Foods President Lori Stivers joined the Russell County Chamber of Commerce and the store […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Deli News, Private Label Brands, Southeast
Harris Teeter Introduces HT Traders Ready Made Meals
Harris Teeter has introduced its new HT Traders Ready Made Meals line of entrees and sides. Available at all stores in the fresh foods section, the variety of different dishes can be heated at home in a microwave or oven. “Our customers lead busy lives, and we at Harris Teeter understand the importance of convenience […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Rouses Market, Southeast
Rouses Markets Opens Newest MS Location In Picayune
Rouses Markets celebrated its newest Mississippi store in Picayune with a grand opening Sept. 18, following a blessing by Pastor Darrell Worley and a ribbon-cutting ceremony with Mayor Jim Luke, local dignitaries and CEO Donny Rouse. The 40,000-square-foot supermarket, located at 1701 Highway 43 North in the River Ridge Shopping Center, marks Rouses Markets’ fourth […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Retailer of the Year, Southeast
Food Lion Strategy Creates Culture Of Belonging
Fostering a caring and inclusive workplace has been a priority for more than three decades at Food Lion, The Shelby Report’s 2024 Southeast Retailer of the Year. Linda Johnson, SVP of human resources and communications, said Food Lion’s commitment goes beyond words, creating a culture that extends to customers, communities and their entire associate base. […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Super Markets Charities Donates $11M To Help Feed Neighbors In Need
Publix Super Markets Charities (PSMC) is donating $11 million to more than 300 local food banks and other nonprofits, including 39 Feeding America partner food banks. This donation is part of Publix Super Markets’ annual Publix Serves Week focusing on feeding neighbors in need. These funds will help support organizations, including weekend backpack programs, food […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Crystal Valley Foods Celebrates 30th Anniversary In Produce Industry
Crystal Valley Foods is celebrating its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of service to the produce industry. Since its inception in 1994, Crystal Valley Foods provides premium-quality fruits and vegetables to customers across North America. Established in Miami, Florida, Crystal Valley Foods has grown into a recognized specialty supplier, serving retail, foodservice and wholesale markets. […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Southeast
Bay Food Brokerage Purchases Tampa Office Building
Bay Food Brokerage, a retail food brokerage company, has purchased an office building in Tampa’s Westshore Business District for $4.3 million. At 11,975 square feet, the two-story property at 5201 W Laurel Street will double the size of Bay Food’s current office space on Memorial Highway in Tampa. “We’ve been on a fairly steep growth […]
Posted inPackaging News, Beverage News, Southeast
Milo’s, Altium Packaging Open On-Site Bottle Blowing Facility
Milo’s Tea Co., along with its supplier Altium Packaging LLC, opened a new packaging manufacturing operation adjacent to Milo’s original manufacturing and distribution center in Bessemer, Alabama. Milo’s bottle blowing facility began full operations during the summer, creating 35 new jobs, and formally opened its doors on Sept. 4 with an on-site ribbon-cutting ceremony. At […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Save A Lot, Southeast
Save A Lot To Open Converted Store Sept. 18 In Martin, TN
Save A Lot will hold a grand opening Sept. 18 for a converted store at 145 Commons Drive in Martin, Tennessee. “We are excited to bring the Save A Lot banner to Martin residents,” said Nick Flippin, VP of operations for E.W. James Group. “We believe this community deserves high quality food at a value […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
The Fresh Market Expands Florida Footprint With Store In Seminole
The Fresh Market held a grand opening Sept. 13 for its new store at 7774 113th St. N in the Seminole City Center in Seminole, Florida. Spanning 24,597 square feet, the store offers a range of fresh produce, premium meats, seafood, bakery items and local Florida products. Customers can enjoy ready-to-eat meals, such as in-house […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Amazon Fresh, Association News, Southeast, The Kroger Co., Whole Foods
Attracting Workers Remains Challenge For Grocers Across Kentucky
Labor continues to be one of the biggest challenges facing the commonwealth’s grocers, according to Tod Griffin, executive director of the Kentucky Grocers & Convenience Store Association. “The one constant theme is they cannot find enough workers, especially in those skilled areas such as meat cutters and drivers to transport goods,” Griffin said. “They have […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Retailer of the Year, Southeast
‘Proud To Be An Omnichannel Retailer,’ Food Lion Delivers Value To Shoppers
Food Lion, a grocery store chain with a presence in 10 Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern states, makes continuous enhancements to meet the evolving needs of its customers. Greg Finchum, EVP of retail operations for the grocer, which is The Shelby Report’s 2024 Southeast Retailer of the Year, outlined the focus on being a leading omnichannel retailer […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix No. 5 On Fortune’s Best Workplaces In Retail List
Publix appears on the 2024 Best Workplaces in Retail list by Fortune, ranking fifth in the 20 best large retail workplaces. Employees cite Publix’s support of its workers, dedication to service, welcoming culture and community outreach as some of the reasons they enjoy working for the company. “Being named one of the best workplaces in […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Expands In Georgia With New Supermarkets
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix is expanding across Georgia with several new supermarkets in partnership with Atlanta-based real estate investment and development firm Branch Properties. Publix opened one of Branch’s locations Sept. 12 in the Limestone Marketplace shopping center at 2155 Limestone Ridge NE in Gainesville, Georgia. The Shelby Report was there opening morning, witnessing the excitement […]