BI-LO has brought back an old favorite with the recent introduction of Chek soda into its 206 grocery stores throughout the Southeast. The private-label soda brand originated in 1965 at Winn-Dixie grocery stores and continues to be a go-to favorite for consumers looking for a soft drink that is less expensive than many name brands. […]
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Posted in, Perishables, Southeast
Sabra Opens Global ‘Center of Excellence’ R&D Facility
Sabra Dipping Co., makers of one of the country’s best-selling hummus, opened the doors to the new Center of Excellence (COE) research and development facility on April 30 in Chesterfield County, Va. The center, which is located on the site of Sabra’s hummus manufacturing facility—the world’s largest, the company says—will further research capabilities and improve […]
Posted in, Corporate Store News, National, Southeast
Winn-Dixie Sells Jax Warehouse; Now Leasing It
In a deal completed in early April, Winn-Dixie Properties LLC sold its warehouse property at 15500 W. Beaver St. to an entity owned by New York-based American Realty Capital. The limited warranty deed, recorded in April, shows a property transaction of almost $99.8 million, according to an article in the Financial News & Daily Record […]
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Perrone & Sons’ Randy Perrone Dies At Age 30
Randall (Randy) Willliam Perrone of Louisiana’s Perrone & Sons Inc. died Feb. 27 at age 30. According to his brother, Russell, Perrone passed away following complications from surgery for a pineal brain tumor. Perrone was diagnosed with the tumor Jan. 13. “The prognosis was a great one, with confidence from the doctors that he would […]
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The Independent Impact On The Southeast
In the Southeast, independent grocers provide 154,988 direct jobs, along with $4.6 billion in direct wages. Southeast grocers do $21.7 billion in sales annually and pay approximately $3.9 billion in taxes. In terms of sales, Florida brings in the most with $3.5 billion each year, followed by North Carolina ($2.9 billion) and Georgia ($2.8 billion). […]
Posted in, Executive News, Southeast
Publix Adds Knopik To Board Of Directors
During its annual stockholders’ meeting this week, Publix Super Markets elected Steve Knopik to its board of directors. “We are pleased to have Steve join the Publix board,” said Publix Board Chair Charlie Jenkins Jr. “His strong retail and financial background and commitment to the community will make him a strong addition to our board.” […]
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Diaz Supermarkets Owners Accused Of $35M Fraud In Miami-Dade
The owners of Diaz Supermarkets in Miami-Dade County have been accused of fraudulent transactions totaling $35 million, according to The Miami Herald. The South Florida Business Journal says John Diaz, 45, and his wife, Mercedes Avila-Diaz, 44, were arrested Friday. Diaz faces charges of money laundering, organized scheme to defraud and multiple money service business […]
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Trinity Frozen Foods To Open N.C. Processing Plant
Trinity Frozen Foods, a Charlotte-based company that markets sweet potato products to foodservice and retail establishments, is preparing to open a processing plant in Robeson County, N.C. The Charlotte Business Journal reports that the 150,000-s.f. facility, slated to open in July, will employ 60 workers. That number is expected to more than double over the […]