Tennessee grocers are finding success in the sale of wine-based ready-to-drink cocktails, according to Rob Ikard, president and CEO, Tennessee Grocers & Convenience Store Association (TGCSA). The amendment to the original Wine Act of 2014 went into effect Jan. 1. Although TGCSA had proposed legislation that would have authorized the sale of both wine- and […]
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 inPublix Super Markets, Executive News, Southeast
Publix Shares Additional Officer Promotions
Kevin Murphy, who was recently announced as Publix’s next CEO, has shared three officer promotions, which also will be effective Jan. 1. With John Goff’s upcoming promotion to president, Norman Badger will become SVP of retail operations and Chris Shaw will be the new VP of product business development for grocery. To enhance the company’s […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Executive News, Southeast
Publix Makes Several Executive Moves With Promotions
Publix has shared several executive promotions that will take effect Jan. 1: CEO Todd Jones will become executive chairman, with President Kevin Murphy promoted to CEO and SVP John Goff to president. In addition, Chairman Ed Crenshaw will remain on the board as chairman emeritus. Jones began his career in 1980 as a front service […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
Blue Star Foods, Sysco Sign 2-Year Bid Award Purchase Agreement
Blue Star Foods Corp. recently signed a two-year bid award purchase agreement with Sysco Corp. The Bid Award Purchase Agreement is effective immediately and is for purchase of Blue Star’s brands, such as Blue Star, Pacifika and Good Stuff. “Market demand is always shifting its dynamics. We worked with Sysco’s strategic sourcing team in achieving […]
Posted inFood City, Packaging News, Southeast
Food City, Eastman Expand Plastic Recycling Partnership
Food City has partnered with Eastman, a global specialty materials company, to bring additional plastic recycling options to the Appalachian Highlands region. Beginning in early 2024, customers can drop off plastic waste in collection bins at three Food City stores in Kingsport, Tennessee, where Eastman is headquartered. The plastic will be sorted and processed by […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Southeast
Kentucky Grocery Industry ‘Quite Strong,’ Retail Crime A ‘Huge Issue’
The state of Kentucky reported General Fund receipts for July of $1.1 billion, which was the 11th straight month that revenues surpassed the $1 billion mark. The state’s overall unemployment rate for July was 3.8 percent, which is very low historically, according to Tod Griffin, executive director of the Kentucky Grocers & Convenience Store Association. […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion Feeds Communities Through ‘Score To Give More’ Program
Salisbury, North Carolina-based Food Lion Feeds is teaming up with 54 colleges and universities, including 16 women’s teams, to help feed those in need through its “Score To Give More” campaign. For each free throw made by participating schools, Food Lion Feeds will donate 100 meals to the school’s local food bank or pantry, up […]
Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Southeast
BJ’s Wholesale Club Donates $15K To Alabama Elementary School
BJ’s Wholesale Club, an operator of membership warehouse clubs, celebrated the anticipated opening of its first club in Alabama by donating $15,000 to Midtown Elementary School. The foundation is providing funds for newly expanded music and arts programs at all seven Madison City elementary schools. “BJ’s Wholesale Club is committed to supporting the local communities […]
Posted inGrocery Store Equipment, Southeast
Survey Notes Barriers To Boosting In-Store Experience
Significant disconnects between physical and digital commerce and store and corporate leadership are among the key barriers to improving the grocery experience, according to a study conducted by Forrester Consulting on behalf of Research Triangle Park, North Carolina-based Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions. The study, which surveyed 346 high-volume store leaders and corporate level customer experience […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southeast
Fresh Del Monte Pioneers Plastic Banana Containers
Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., a producer, marketer and distributor of fresh fruits and vegetables based in Miami, Florida, is partnering with Arena Packaging to introduce reusable plastic containers for bananas. The invention aims to transform industry standards for the leading fruit in fresh produce, while reducing food waste, carbon emissions, operational costs and preserving […]
Posted inCenter Store, Amazon Fresh, Southeast, Whole Foods
Yo Mama’s Foods Adds Three Alfredo Sauces
Yo Mama’s Foods, an all-natural, handcrafted pasta sauce company based in Clearwater, Florida, is launching new alfredo sauces in three flavors – Classic, Spicy and Garlic. Yo Mama’s Foods makes sauces that recreate the homemade, authentic tastes that would take hours over a stove to prepare. The shelf-stable alfredos have no added gums or fillers. […]
Posted inExecutive News, Southeast
Catalina Names Hunter As President, CEO
Kevin Hunter has been named president and CEO at St. Petersburg, Florida-based Catalina, effective immediately. He also will serve on the company’s board of directors. A six-year veteran of the company, Hunter had been serving in this role on an interim basis for the past three months. Previously, he was chief commercial officer and head […]
Posted inAssociation News, Southeast
Lt. Gov. Ainsworth Receives AGA’s Spirit Of Alabama Award
The Alabama Grocers Association presented Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth its Spirit of Alabama Award, recognizing his commitment to the state’s grocery industry. At the annual Alabama Food Industry Finest Luncheon Oct. 26 at The Club in Birmingham, Ainsworth addressed more than 120 people to discuss the accomplishments attained in the 2023 legislative session and his […]
Posted inCenter Store, Southeast
Walmart’s First Pet Services Center Debuts In Dallas, GA
Walmart has opened its first pet services center at 3615 Marietta Hwy in Dallas, Georgia, offering routine veterinary care and grooming in a central location within a dedicated storefront. Services, which are provided by qualified veterinary and grooming professionals in collaboration with PetIQ, include vaccines, wellness exams and minor medical issues. Grooming offerings include baths, […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Feature, Southeast
IGA President: U.S., Georgia Ag Leadership ‘On The Right Journey’
“They’re on the right journey,” John Ross, president and CEO of IGA, said following his participation on a panel featuring U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack and Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper. Ross, Vilsack and Harper were three of the 15-person panel featured in the USDA’s More, New & Better Markets Stakeholder Meeting in Atlanta, […]
Posted inBJ's Wholesale Club, Corporate Store News, Southeast
BJ’s Wholesale Club To Open First Alabama Location
BJ’s Wholesale Club will make its debut in Alabama, its 20th state, on Nov. 10 with the opening of a store at 165 Graphics Drive in Madison. BJ’s 239th club, the location also features a BJ’s Gas location that opened Oct. 26, offering regular, premium and diesel fuels. “As we gear up for the holiday […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Introduces ‘MOSAIC’ Resource Group
Southeastern Grocers Inc. is expanding its commitment to belonging, inclusion and diversity with its recently established associate resource group – Mobility, Support, Accessibility and Inclusion in the Community (MOSAIC). The purpose of MOSAIC is to educate, advocate and celebrate SEG employees of all abilities by sharing experiences, providing educational training around disabilities and advocating for […]
Posted inC-Store News, Southeast
Wawa Shares Plans To Expand Into North Carolina
Wawa shared new details on its expansion into eastern North Carolina during its double-header Community Partnership Events. The company is a privately held, associate- and family-owned chain of more than 1,000 convenience retail stores operating in six states and Washington, D.C., Wawa’s initial phase of expansion into North Carolina includes plans to open about 80 stores […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Named To Fortune’s Best Workplaces For Women List
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix has been recognized by Fortune as one of the best workplaces for women in 2023. The company is one of only three retailers included on the large companies list. “We’re honored to be recognized as a best workplace for women by Fortune,” said Publix VP of Human Resources Marcy Benton. “Being named on the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Southeast
Brookshire’s, Super 1 Foods Hosts Heroes Run In Bossier City, LA
Brookshire Grocery Co. will host its annual Heroes Run on Oct. 21 at the Brookshire Grocery Arena at 2000 Brookshire Arena Dr. in Bossier City, Louisiana. The Heroes Run features a half marathon and 5K race, along with a kids 1K for ages 12 and under. The half-marathon course goes along the Red River down […]