The state of Georgia has selected 139 Publix pharmacies to receive doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine. While the total number of Georgia pharmacy locations is growing, not all of the previously announced 108 pharmacies will receive additional vaccines at this time. However, those pharmacies might receive more vaccines in the future. “We’re grateful to […]
Category: Southeast
The Shelby Report of the Southeast covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
Posted inFood Lion, Corporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Food Lion Donates Another 1.6 Million Meals To Neighbors In Need
Food Lion Feeds, headquartered in Salisbury, North Carolina, has donated the equivalent of 1.6 million meals to assist families and individuals still impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The significant donation through the retailer’s Faces of Hope campaign, the initiative to continue its efforts to support neighbors fighting food insecurity as a result of the pandemic, is […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Feltman’s Named Official Hot Dog Of The NHL Florida Panthers
America’s original hot dog, Feltman’s of Coney Island (est. 1867) — now one of the fastest-growing natural food companies in the U.S. — is kicking off the 2020-21 National Hockey League season as the official hot dog brand of the Florida Panthers. Following a significant growth year, which included the launch of its 100 percent […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix To Open Third Store In Henry County, Georgia
Publix Super Markets will open a new store at 7 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10, in the Shoppes at Ola Crossroads Center in McDonough, Georgia. This will be the company’s third store in Henry County. This 48,300-square-foot store will bring 135 new jobs to the area. Store hours will be 7 a.m.-10 p.m. It will have traditional […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
More Florida Publix Pharmacies To Provide COVID-19 Vaccinations
Continuing the collaboration between Publix, Florida and Gov. Ron DeSantis, the state is providing an additional 70,000 doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine to select Publix pharmacies. At the same time, the number of Publix Pharmacy locations administering the vaccinations is increasing from 105 to 242. “We are grateful to continue our collaboration with the […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Southeastern Grocers Announces Launch Of Initial Public Offering
Jacksonville, Florida-based Southeastern Grocers Inc. has announced the launch of an initial public offering of 8.9 million shares of its common stock. This will be sold by certain of its stockholders, at an anticipated initial public offering price between $14 and $16 per share, pursuant to a registration statement on Form S-1 previously filed with the […]
Posted inIngles Markets, Home Page Slider, Online Grocery Technology, Southeast
Ingles Markets Begins Curbside Pickup Service With Aruba
Ingles Market and Aruba have embarked on a major network upgrade that will modernize the grocer’s operations and, in some locations, enable new services like contactless ordering and curbside pick-up that have become critical for customers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ingles began an upgrade and replacement of its Cisco infrastructure two years ago, swapping out […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, Amazon Fresh, Bakery News, Home Page Slider, Southeast, Whole Foods
Smart Baking Co. Products Now Available At Publix
Fans of Smart Baking Co. who live in the Southeast now have another way to get their hands on the company’s snack cakes. “As a Florida company, we are thrilled to see our products on the shelves at Publix,” said Dave Heuvel, Smart Baking Co.’s co-founder and EVP of sales and marketing. “More and more […]
Posted inThe Kroger Co., COVID News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
COVID-19 Vaccines Available At Kroger Pharmacies In Georgia
On Jan. 15, Kroger’s Atlanta division announced that every Kroger pharmacy in Georgia has the COVID-19 vaccine available. The vaccine is in limited supply and currently offered to healthcare workers; first responders: individuals ages 65 and older and their caregivers; and residents and staff of long-term care facilities. Vaccinations at Kroger pharmacies are by appointment […]
Posted inNonfood Items, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Mars Petcare Expands Footprint In Arkansas With $145 Million Investment
In response to growing demand, Mars Petcare will invest $145 million to expand its manufacturing facility located in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Pet parents have spent more quality time than ever with their dogs and cats during the pandemic – including more than 11 million households in the U.S. that welcomed a new pet this past year. The increased time spent together […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Earth Fare Coming To Shoppes Of St. Johns Parkway In Florida
Earth Fare and commercial real estate owner and developer Sleiman Enterprises have announced the opening of Earth Fare at the Shoppes of St. Johns Parkway in St. Johns, Florida, in the second quarter of 2021. Earth Fare and its current 17 stores along the eastern and southeastern United States are known for making healthy food […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Southeast
ADC Transforms To Acquire E-Commerce Fulfillment Provider ShopperKit
Applied Data Corporation, a provider of fresh item management technology for grocery and convenience stores, has entered into an agreement to acquire ShopperKit Inc., the first enterprise-class software built for e-commerce retail fulfillment. The acquisition is a strategic addition to the ADC portfolio and the company says it will result in ADC becoming a leading software […]
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Mann Packing Co. Adds Fifth Facility To Lineup Of West Coast Operations
Mann Packing Co. Inc., a subsidiary of Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A. and one of the largest suppliers of packaged vegetables in North America, is opening its new facility in Gonzales, California. Joining a lineup of facilities in Salinas, California; Chualar, California; Delhi, California; and Yuma, Arizona, the new facility will allow Mann Packing to […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Southern Glazer’s Appoints Tim Anderson To SVP Of Kansas And Iowa
Miami, Florida-based Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has appointed Tim Anderson to the role of SVP and general manager of Kansas and Iowa, effective immediately. Anderson, who will continue to report directly to Scott Westerman, the EVP of the North Central Sub Region, will be responsible for the company’s performance in both states. He adds […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Southeast, Whole Foods
PB2 Launches Industry First Crunchy Powdered Peanut Butter
In yet another first for the peanut butter market, PB2 Foods, the Tifton, Georgia-based pioneer of powdered peanut butter, has launched its newest innovation: PB2 Crunchy Powdered Peanut Butter. “Finally, health-conscious peanut butter lovers who prefer crunchy over creamy no longer have to pick a side,” said Craig Entwistle, CEO of PB2 Foods. Like other offerings in the […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Winn-Dixie Celebrates Mardi Gras Traditions With Community Partnerships
Winn-Dixie has launched two partnerships to celebrate the unique culture and special traditions of Mardi Gras as the state faces modified 2021 activations as a precautionary safety measure. Winn-Dixie is partnering with Ochsner Hospital for Children and Zulu Social Aid & Pleasure Club, two diverse local organizations committed to serving the Louisiana community. Winn-Dixie is […]
Posted inExecutive News, Home Page Latest News, Southeast
Smithfield Foods’ Organ Appoints New Executive Leadership Team
Smithfield Foods has announced new executive leadership appointments following Dennis Organ’s recent assumption of the president and CEO role. “These key leaders represent decades of collective company and industry expertise. It is a testament to our depth and strength at Smithfield that such talented individuals are within our ranks,” Organ said. “Building on our guiding principles of responsibility, operational excellence and […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, COVID News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Publix, Florida Department Of Health To Provide COVID-19 Vaccination
At a recent press conference, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a collaboration between Publix and the Florida Department of Health to distribute approximately 15,000 doses of the Moderna COVID‑19 vaccine to customers ages 65 and older. The vaccination will initially be available at 22 stores in Citrus, Hernando and Marion counties. “It’s our privilege to […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Southeast
NCR Is A Leading SaaS Provider In Retail, According To IHL
NCR Corp., a provider of retail solutions that run the store, is among the top providers of Worldwide Unified Commerce SaaS and Software and SaaS for the retail industry, according to the Unified Commerce Market Research Report conducted by the IHL Retail Executive Advisory Program (REAP). The IHL rankings highlight NCR’s industry accomplishments in the face of an increasingly […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
Hitchcock’s Markets Roll Out Nutrition Incentives In North Central Florida
Hitchcock’s Markets has partnered with the Fresh Access Bucks (FAB) program in Florida, under the non-profit Feeding Florida food bank network, to offer nutrition incentives. The FAB program has partnered with farmers markets in Florida since 2013 to give Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) customers a discount on fruits and vegetables through nutrition incentives with funding from […]