Through customer donations at Bi-Lo, Harveys and Winn-Dixie grocery stores, Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers will donate $565,393.04 in support of the American Red Cross’ disaster relief to assist Louisiana residents impacted by recent flooding. This contribution includes the dollar-for-dollar match Southeastern Grocers donated through the Southeastern Grocers Foundation. The flooding in Louisiana is the worst […]
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Texas Pete Debuts New Packaging
Texas Pete, a brand of North Carolina-based TW Garner Food Co., is rolling out new packaging for its products. “We’ve made it easier to enjoy the bold, balanced flavor of Texas Pete by adding a convenient flip-top lid,” says CEO Ann Garner Riddle. “Adding a few drops of Texas Pete to your favorite foods will […]
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The Fresh Market Introduces ‘Little Big Meal’ Program
The Fresh Market in September is offering shoppers convenient, grab-and-go solutions for preparing a home-cooked meal with its “Little Big Meal” program. With hand-picked ingredients, a simple recipe and $20, Little Big Meal offers a quick and easy wholesome meal for four, according to the North Carolina-based specialty grocer. Shoppers can stop by the “Little […]
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Weigel’s Expands With New Kitchens
by Sudie Crouch/contributing writer When customers stop in at Weigel’s, they now can fill up on more than just gas. Earlier this year, Weigel’s introduced quick-service foodservice in five of its locations, offering expanded made-to-order food and beverage offerings. The new concept, called Weigel’s Kitchens, features a menu with made-at-location items like paninis, pizzas, burgers […]
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Bloom Named CEO Of Fred’s As Shore Sets Retirement Date
Fred’s Inc. CEO Jerry A. Shore will retire from the company in February, and the Memphis, Tennessee-based company’s board of directors has promoted Michael K. Bloom to CEO, effective immediately. Bloom, who joined Fred’s as president and COO in January 2015, has worked closely with Shore on building a strong management team to ensure a […]
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Couche-Tard Buying 53 Sites In Louisiana
Just off its announcement that it planned to merge with CST Brands, Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. has signed, through its wholly-owned indirect subsidiary Circle K Stores Inc., an agreement to purchase 53 sites held by American General Investments and North American Financial Group (together, “Cracker Barrel”). These sites are located primarily in the Baton Rouge market […]
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Cox, Ritchie Recognized By Laurel Grocery With Retailer Of The Year Honors
Laurel Grocery Co. this week hosted its August Trade Show—“Building Brands Together”—at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center. The London-based wholesaler recognized several retailers with awards, including Martin Cox of Cox Foods, which operates 10 stores in Kentucky, and Jamie Ritchie of Ritchie’s Marketplace in Piketon, Ohio, with Retailer of the Year honors. Cox Foods also was […]
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Louisiana Flood Update: Waters Receding But Flooding Persists
Jay Campbell, executive chairman of Associated Grocers Baton Rouge, provided The Shelby Report with an update on the flooding in the area as of Sunday, Aug. 21. “Flood waters have been receding in most areas, and yet flooding persists in the most southerly portions of the state of Louisiana. The estimated number of personal residences […]