For the seventh consecutive year, Publix Super Markets is supporting the Arbor Day Foundation by funding tree plantings to support reforestation projects throughout Florida. Funded by a portion of the proceeds from the sale of reusable bags, these plantings are part of its efforts to support the restoration of damaged watersheds. Most recently, Publix funded […]
Category: Southeast
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Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
New Publix Opens In Melbourne, FL
Publix Super Markets opened a new store May 18 at the Lake Washington Crossing Shopping Center in Melbourne, Florida. The 48,387-square-foot store offers departments for grocery, dairy, frozen food, seafood, meat and fresh produce, as well as a full-service bakery and deli and pharmacy area. “We are excited to welcome our customers to their new […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Southeast
Floridians May Weather This Recession Better Than Previous Two
Also, tort reform legislation targets ‘plague of frivolous lawsuits’ across state Florida is on the cusp of a recession, according to University of Central Florida economist Sean Snaith. In a recent article on the UCF Today website, Snaith said the impact shouldn’t be anything like what happened in 2020 or the housing collapse in the […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Southeast
US Foods To Open Three New Locations
US Foods Holding Corp. will open new US Foods CHEF’STORE locations in Roanoke, Virginia, Greenville, North Carolina, and Fayetteville, North Carolina, in late fall 2023. CHEF’STORE offers a one-stop-shop for restaurant operators, food industry professionals, community groups and at-home chefs to stock up or replenish ingredients and supplies by the case and in individual quantities. The upcoming […]
Posted inCenter Store, Southeast
Chick-Fil-A Launches Bottled Salad Dressings
Atlanta, Georgia-based Chick-fil-A is expanding its retail footprint with the nationwide launch of its bottled salad dressings. Following a successful pilot in Ohio and Tennessee last fall, 12-ounce bottles of four of Chick-fil-A’s salad dressings will be available at participating grocery and Walmart stores across the U.S. They will begin rolling out in stores over the next few weeks. The […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Opens New Location At Shopping Center In Stuart, FL
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix Super Markets has opened a new store at the Cove Shopping Center in Stuart, Florida. The 55,454-square-foot store offers departments for grocery, dairy, frozen food, seafood, meat and fresh produce, as well as a bakery, deli and pharmacy area. “We are excited to welcome our customers to their new store at the […]
Posted inDollar General, C-Store News, Southeast
Dollar General Shares Recent Supply Chain Expansions
Goodlettsville, Tennessee-based Dollar General has announced recent expansions in its global supply chain network, including the opening of its first ground-up, dual facility in Blair, Nebraska, and two permanent regional distribution hubs in Newnan, Georgia, and Fort Worth, Texas. The company also announced expansion plans at facilities in Jonesville, South Carolina, and Amsterdam, New York. […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Celebrates National Pet Month
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. is celebrating National Pet Month by raising awareness and support for about 400 animal welfare organizations in the Southeast and helping customers save on pet food and supplies all summer long. Through May 31, Fresco y Más, Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie customers can purchase a reusable community bag with a giving tag […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Albertsons, Executive News, Southeast
Rouses Markets Hires Industry Executives To New Roles
Earlier this year, Schriever, Louisiana-based Rouses Markets welcomed Ron Bonacci as VP of advertising and marketing and Brian Bosworth as VP of center store. Both report to CEO Donny Rouse. “We are truly excited about the knowledge and leadership both Ron and Brian bring; I am delighted to have them aboard to help us grow […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Grocery Store Layout, Southeast
Food Lion To Remodel 24 Stores In Wilmington, NC
With a capital investment exceeding $50 million, Food Lion is unveiling remodeled stores that feature a new, easier shopping experience for customers in Wilmington, North Carolina. On May 10, Food Lion will hold ribbon-cutting events in the Wilmington area at 24 stores, with five more to follow soon. The investment includes remodeling the stores, providing e-commerce […]
Posted inC-Store News, Southeast
Enmarket Cuts Ribbon For 130th Store In Richmond Hill, GA
Enmarket held a grand opening and ribbon cutting for a new location at 3651 Highway 17 in Richmond Hill, Georgia. A large crowd from the community gathered to help celebrate. Guests were treated to free giveaways and product samplings from vendors such as Red Bull, Monster Energy, Pepsi, Frito-Lay, Leopold’s Ice Cream and Ghost Energy. […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Southeast
Rouses Markets Holds Grand Reopening In Mandeville, LA
Rouses Markets celebrated a store grand reopening May 4 at 4350 Hwy. 22 in Mandeville, Louisiana. Mayor Clay Madden was in attendance along with Rouses Markets executives, the store team and customers. The store also presented a $5,000 check to the Northshore Food Bank. Madden delivered a proclamation honoring the store and declared May 4 “Rouses […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Opens Two New Locations In Florida
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix Super Markets has opened two new stores in Sarasota and Kissimmee, Florida. The stores are more than 48,000 square feet, offering departments for grocery, dairy, frozen food, seafood, meat and produce, as well as a bakery, deli and pharmacy. “We are excited to open another Publix location for new and existing customers,” […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Executive News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Highlights Executive For AAPI Heritage Month
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. is commemorating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by celebrating the achievements and contributions of one of its executive leaders. Raymond Rhee began his career with SEG 35 years ago as a bagger at Winn-Dixie and has held various positions of responsibility in retail operations, accounting, strategic planning and finance. […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Wins Retail Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Award
Publix Pharmacy has received the Retail Specialty Pharmacy Patient Choice Award, presented by Zitter Insights, a division of Managed Markets Insights & Technology. This is the third time Publix Pharmacy has received this award. “It’s an honor to once again be recognized by our customers and Zitter Insights. This award is a testimony to our […]
Posted inFood City, Independent Store News, Southeast
Food City Confirms Plans For 6 Stores In Huntsville, Alabama Area
Food City President and CEO Steve Smith has confirmed that K-VA-T Food Stores will build six Food City locations in the Huntsville, Alabama, area over the next six years. “We’re excited to be moving into Huntsville, Alabama, and the surrounding areas, and while this is our first project in the area, it certainly won’t be […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Northeast, Southeast
Giant Food Opens E-Commerce Fulfillment Center In Manassas, Virginia
Expands service to 140+ new zip codes; adds beer, wine for local deliveries Giant Food has opened its Giant Delivers e-commerce fulfillment center in Manassas, Virginia. The new 82,000-square-foot facility will make home and business delivery possible for thousands of new customers in more than 140 zip codes across northern Virginia. Enhancing service to customers […]
Posted inDairy News, Midwest, Southeast
Prairie Farms Dairy Launches Mini Ice Cream Bars
New treats bring together trio of favorite flavors, mega influencer triplets Prairie Farms has launched its Small Batch Premium Just Dipped Mini Classic Ice Cream Bars. The limited-edition variety pack includes America’s top three ice cream flavors – vanilla, chocolate and strawberry. Made with real ice cream and simple ingredients, each multi-pack contains 12 individually […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Urges Customers To Prepare For Natural Disasters
Grocer encourages preparedness, plus offers discounts on essential supplies, $20 in free groceries Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers is encouraging customers to begin preparing for natural disasters this week during National Hurricane Preparedness Week. The official start of the Atlantic hurricane season is June 1, and customers should begin to stock up now on vital items […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
Butterball Launches Bun-Length Hearty Turkey Sausage Links
Garner, North Carolina-based Butterball has launched Butterball Hearty Turkey Sausage. The butcher-style turkey sausage link is bun-length and offers the same taste and texture of its pork counterparts, but with 70 percent less fat than pork and beef smoked sausage, according to USDA data. It is available in two flavors: Old World Smoked and Polish Style. “The […]