Three locations serve shoppers seeking fresh, organic items The Turnip Truck in Nashville, Tennessee, has been dedicated to providing fresh and organic products since 2001. What began as a 2,800-square-foot organic shop now has three locations that also offer prepared foods and a full deli, among other features. Founder and CEO John Dyke was working […]
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Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Employees Volunteer With Nonprofits For Service Week
Throughout this week, more than 7,500 Publix employees across the company’s seven-state operating area will be volunteering at more than 200 organizations, including Keep America Beautiful affiliates, parks, zoos, gardens and other nonprofits focused on environmental sustainability. “Since our founding, Publix has been committed to being responsible citizens in our communities, and that extends to […]
Posted inExceptional Independents, Southeast
Shelby Publishing Celebrates Southeast EIA Winners
On the following pages, Shelby Publishing is proud to present its inaugural Exceptional Independents Awards. Nominations were open to independent retailers, wholesalers, technology and other service providers. “Independents are the backbone of our industry, and this new awards program is an opportunity to recognize them for their contributions,” said Stephanie Reid, Shelby president. “Independents are […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Feature, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Holds Hunger Summit, Brings Stakeholders To Table
The issue of hunger is very real in the United States. According to Feeding America, 34 million people in the U.S. are food insecure. In an effort to bring awareness to the issue, Publix hosted its inaugural Hunger Summit Feb. 23 at its Lakeland, Florida, headquarters. Executives from 35 Feeding America member food banks in the […]
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Food Lion To Open Store March 15 In Kernersville, NC
Food Lion will open a new location March 15 at 1014 N. Main St. in Kernersville, North Carolina. The new store will open to the public at 8 a.m., following a 7:45 a.m. ribbon-cutting ceremony. Afterward, the first 100 customers in line will receive a mystery gift card valued up to $200, free reusable shopping […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southeast
Miami Beef Announces Two Add-On Acquisitions
Miami Beef Company Inc., a portfolio company of Trivest Partners, has announced the acquisition of Brooklyn Burger and Devault Foods. Brooklyn Burger is a frozen burger brand, serving grocery and retail customers across the U.S. Brooklyn Burger’s products include original steakhouse burgers, Wagyu beef burgers, premium blend burgers and all natural angus steakhouse burgers. Since […]
Posted inBeverage News, Southeast
Vitaminwater Adds Two Flavors, Reformulates Zero Sugar Line
Atlanta-based vitaminwater has added two new flavors to its zero sugar lineup, including a reformulation for all six zero sugar flavors. The new zero sugar reformulation offers the latest sweetener formula that includes monk fruit and stevia, in addition to added vitamins and nutrients. The products are available nationwide at mass retailers, grocery stores and convenience […]
Posted inMerchandising News, Organic Natural, Southeast
Acosta Highlights Growing Base Of Natural, Organic Shoppers
Jacksonville, Florida-based Acosta Group has shared a new shopper insights study, looking at the state of the natural and organic shopper to provide brands and retailers information to drive growth in store and online. Natural product sales continue to climb, and interest and usage has increased across all age groups, particularly with Gen Z and […]