Wettlin Treppendahl Jr., owner of Treppendahl’s Super Foods in Woodville, Mississippi, has been a member of Associated Grocers Inc. of Baton Rouge (AGBR) since 1988. And he is quick to credit the wholesaler for helping him keep up with industry technology. He described the company as “the next best thing since sliced bread,” adding that […]
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Rouses Markets Has Plans For New Stores, Remodels
Rouses Markets, based in Schriever, Louisiana, is staying busy and growing, according to CEO Donny Rouse. The family-owned grocer has announced plans for two new stores in Mississippi – Biloxi and Picayune – and a replacement store for its original location in Houma, Louisiana, is scheduled to open in the middle of August. The remodel […]
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Food Lion Upgrades 47 Stores In North Carolina
With a $77 million capital investment, Food Lion has upgraded several stores across North Carolina. On Aug. 2, the Salisbury, North Carolina-based retailer will hold ribbon-cutting events at 47 stores in the Greenville, Jacksonville and New Bern area. Afterward, the first 100 customers in line will receive a mystery gift card valued up to $250, a […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Fresh Express Launches New Salad Kit Flavors
Orlando, Florida-based Fresh Express has launched its newest salad kit, French Blue Cheese, and three new offerings in its line of chopped salad kits: French Bistro, Smokehouse and Twisted Caesar Enchilada. With international flavors continuing to trend, and growing consumer demand for convenience in the kitchen, the new Fresh Express products make it easier for […]
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Corner Market Stands Out By Putting ‘People Over Profits’
Corner Market in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, stands out from its competitors in several ways, primarily by putting “people over profits.” According to VP of Fresh Price Mabry, the Roberts family – owners of the company – takes pride in caring for employees. “They’re the most generous family you will ever meet…you can ask anybody, from our […]
Posted inAssociation News, Southeast
AGA’s 33rd Annual Show Informs, Entertains
The Alabama Grocers Association (AGA) brought members from all aspects of the grocery industry together for its 33rd annual show July 9-12 at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Destin, Florida. The business session July 10 included keynote speaker Jennifer Hatcher’s “2023 Grocery Trends Update,” part one of John Dunham’s “Economic Report for the […]
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In Remembrance: Vidalia Sweet Onion Pioneer Pam Dasher
Glenville, Georgia-based G&R Farms has announced the death of farmer, businesswoman and Vidalia Sweet Onion pioneer Pam Durrence Dasher on July 24 at age 79. Mrs. Dasher was the co-owner of G&R Farms with her brother-in-law, Robert Dasher, a role she had held since 2003. She joined the business in 1962 when she married her […]
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Kroger Opens Second Spoke Facility In Kentucky
The Kroger Co. announced the opening July 27 of a spoke facility in Independence, Kentucky, that will work in conjunction with its fulfillment center in nearby Monroe, Ohio. The location marks the company’s second spoke facility in the commonwealth, joining one in Louisville that opened in May 2022. According to Kroger, orders will be assembled […]