During Publix’s annual stockholders’ meeting, six employees received the Mr. George Community Service Award for outstanding commitment to their communities. Publix founder George Jenkins, known as Mr. George, believed that Publix and its employees should make a difference in their communities. Since the Mr. George Community Service Award was established in 1995, 147 employees have […]
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Posted inAssociation News, Southeast
Alabama Grocers Education Foundation Hosts Annual Golf Outing
The Alabama Grocers Education Foundation hosted its annual golf outing April 13 at Inverness Country Club in Birmingham, Alabama. The event raised more than $41,000 for the foundation to provide scholarships to employees and children of employees of Alabama Grocers Association member companies. To date, AGEF has awarded more than $1.4 million dollars in scholarships […]
Posted inProduce News, Southeast
Dole Introduces Golden Selection Pineapples
Charlotte, North Carolina-based Dole Food Company is introducing a more aromatic and golden pineapple in response to consumer demand for a sweeter pineapple-eating experience. The variety can be found at select supermarkets in the U.S. and Canada. Sustainably grown in Costa Rica, the new fruit has been cultivated to shine brighter and offer a more vibrant tropical flavor that […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southeast
Novolex Introduces Power Prep Wrap Packaging
Hartsville, South Carolina-based Novolex is introducing Power Prep wrap for grab-and-go hot sandwiches and other freshly-made foods. Manufactured by Novolex brand Bagcraft, the new wrap is laminated and insulated to keep food fresh as it moves from the freezer to thawing and re-heating, and while it’s held under heat at the point of sale. Power Prep wrap […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers’ Begins Community Donation Campaign
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers is collaborating with nine children’s hospitals to raise funds in support of pediatric care facilities that provide specialized and emergency services and critical care for children and their families. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, approximately 2 million children and adolescents are admitted to hospitals in the U.S. each year. Through April […]
Posted inHarris Teeter, Corporate Store News, Southeast
Harris Teeter Hosts Hiring Event April 12 For Retail Ops Positions
Company recruiting for salaried and hourly roles in all locations Harris Teeter will host a hiring event on April 12. The Matthews, North Carolina-based retailer is ready to hire hundreds of associates in roles across all departments for full- and part-time employment. Harris Teeter is looking to add qualified associates to its retail operations, which include […]
Posted inBeverage News, Southeast
Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Opens New Office In Tampa, FL
Coca-Cola Bottlers’ Sales & Services Company, a limited liability company owned by about 70 independent Coca-Cola bottlers, has opened a new office at 8125 Highwoods Palm Way in Tampa, Florida, to accommodate collaboration and cultural engagement. In addition to the corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, the new office space in Tampa supports the company’s operational […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix Names 2022 Pharmacy Rxcellence Award Recipients
Lakeland, Florida-based Publix presented 15 pharmacy employees with the Rxcellence Award for excelling in customer service, performance, ownership and teamwork. The award was given to one pharmacist and one technician from each of the company’s five divisions, one pharmacy supervisor and four pharmacy support employees. “Our pharmacy teams are committed to providing the best care and […]