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Natural Grocers Adds Organic Wellness Shots To Private Label Line

Natural Grocers has added Organic Wellness Shots to its private label brand line. The 2-ounce shots are designed to support wellness goals, whether an energy boost or maintaining immune or digestive systems. Each shot combines fruit juices and botanical ingredients, with select varieties featuring probiotics, creating an organic on-the-go wellness option. The mini tonics are […]

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Schraad Sales & Marketing Names New President Of Sales, Strategy

Oklahoma City-based Schraad Sales and Marketing has appointed Patrick Thompson as president of sales and strategy. Thompson most recently served as chief strategic officer, leading company-wide initiatives spanning business planning, analytics and organizational development. He joined Schraad in January 2021 as VP of corporate strategy – center store. The following year, he was promoted to […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Harps Food Stores, Southwest

Harps Food Stores To Acquire James Super Save Foods

Harps Food Stores Inc. has entered into a purchase agreement to acquire James Super Save Foods, an independent grocery store in Mena, Arkansas, with an expected closing and reopening as Harps later this summer.  James Womble, owner of James Super Save Foods, recently informed his employees that the store’s operations, employment and day-to-day functions will […]

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The United Family To Build New Location In Seminole, TX

The United Family is planning a new 49,000-square-foot United Supermarkets location and United Express convenience store and fuel station at Hobbs Highway and 21st Street in Seminole, Texas, with construction slated to begin in late spring 2026. The location will replace the current United Supermarkets in town. Information regarding an official groundbreaking ceremony will be […]

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Kroger Begins Annual Backpack Boosters Back To School Supply Drive

Kroger’s Dallas Division has kicked off its annual Backpack Boosters school supply drive, which benefits underserved students in independent school districts of Dallas-Fort Worth, East Texas and Northwest Louisiana. Through July 22, customers can donate a school supply kit for $10 or give $1, $3 or $5. Customers shopping through online delivery or pickup also […]

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Grocers Committed To Flood Relief In Central TX

Over the Fourth of July weekend, areas of Central Texas were impacted by sudden, catastrophic flash floods that resulted in widespread destruction and more than 110 deaths. Grocers are playing a critical role in helping with relief efforts, using their extensive networks, logistical capabilities and community ties to provide aid. Here’s a breakdown of how […]

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Walmart Accepting Applications For ‘Open Call’ Product Event

Walmart is accepting applications for its annual “Open Call” event, set for Oct. 7-8, which gives small business owners and entrepreneurs an opportunity to sell their U.S.-made, -grown or -assembled products via the retailer. New this year, the Open Call is expanding beyond products to include innovative companies developing technologies that enable or enhance U.S. manufacturing. […]

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HGG Celebrates Reopening Of El Rancho Supermercado In Dallas, TX

Heritage Grocers Group and its Texas-based banner, El Rancho Supermercado, will celebrate the grand reopening July 2 of a store at 1515 S. Buckner in Dallas, Texas. El Rancho has completed significant interior and exterior renovations to enhance and elevate the banner’s flagship store. Customers will find a modernized Fresh Mercado, anchored by an extended […]