Ridge Spring, South Carolina-based Titan Farms, a grower, packer and shipper of fresh peaches and vegetables, has launched its new website, designed to be an immersive hub for peaches. “We are delighted to unveil the new Titan Farms website, a digital platform that truly embodies our commitment to delivering not just the finest peaches, but also […]
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Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Donates $1M To Support Hurricane Relief In Florida
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix Super Markets Charities is donating $1 million to support relief efforts in areas affected by Hurricane Idalia. In addition, Publix is activating a company-wide donation campaign, allowing customers and employees to help provide relief for those affected by the hurricane. Donations may be made in any amount at checkout. The end date for […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Joins InComm Healthcare’s OTC Network
InComm Payments, a payments technology company, has announced that Southeastern Grocers has joined the InComm Healthcare over-the-counter network, which provides healthcare plans with supplemental benefit cards that encourage members to purchase healthy foods and other wellness products at participating retailers. Thanks to this new partnership, customers who use InComm Healthcare’s Dual Network Benefit Card will […]
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Butterball Releases 2023 Thanksgiving Outlook Report
Garner, North Carolina-based Butterball has released its 2023 Thanksgiving Outlook Report, revealing consumer plans and sentiment. According to the findings, people are optimistic and planning to celebrate – with turkey as the centerpiece – again this year, but inflation is top of mind for many. Notably, 79 percent of consumers who plan to celebrate Thanksgiving expect inflation to impact […]
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NC-Based Lowes Foods Poised To Enter New Market
Winston-Salem, North Carolina-based Lowes Foods is set to bring the Lowes banner to Georgia through the acquisition of Foothills IGA, which serves Dawson and Pickens counties. Lowes President Tim Lowe attended a July 27 retirement party for departing owners Jeff and Sandy Downing. Beforehand, The Shelby Report was able visit with Lowe about the expectations […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
Verde Farms Partners, Expands Distribution With Harris Teeter
Boston-based Verde Farms has partnered with Matthews, North Carolina-based Harris Teeter, making its sustainably-raised beef available in more than 250 locations in the Southeast. “We are thrilled to join forces with Harris Teeter to make our organic, 100 percent grass-fed beef accessible to even more health conscious people and families,” said Dana Ehrlich, CEO and co-founder […]
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The Fresh Market To Sponsor Season 12 Of ‘VeryVera’ Show
Teaming up with Southern cooking show host, entrepreneur and cookbook author Vera Stewart, Greensboro, North Carolina-based The Fresh Market will be the title grocery sponsor and brand featured on season 12 of “The VeryVera Show.” Airing in 42 markets across the country, each 30-minute episode of “The VeryVera Show” features guests, savory recipes, diversity in food preparation, surprises and […]
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End Of An Era For Foothills IGA In Georgia
Nestled at the base of the Appalachian Mountains in northern Georgia sits the aptly named Foothills IGA, which has been serving the nearby communities of Big Canoe and Marble Hill for 21 years. Former owners Jeff and Sandy Downing, who recently retired, committed themselves to exemplary customer service, quality food and connection with their customers. […]