The Kroger Co.’s Dallas Division has opened a Kroger Marketplace store in Melissa, Texas, marking the company’s first new store in North Texas since 2019. The 123,000-square-foot store, located at 2721 Sam Rayburn Highway, is an investment of $36 million in the community, providing access to more than 35,000 fresh products and creating some 300 […]
Category: Southwest
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Smithfield, United Supermarkets Donate 15 Tons Of Protein To Food Bank
Smithfield Foods, in partnership with United Supermarkets, recently donated more than 30,000 pounds of pork products to South Plains Food Bank in Lubbock, Texas. “Smithfield’s Helping Hungry Homes initiative is focused on supporting neighbors in need, feeding the hungry and fighting food insecurity,” said Jonathan Toms, senior community development manager. “By teaming up with United Supermarkets, we […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, International Foods, Save A Lot, Southwest
Save A Lot, Leevers Supermarkets Introduce Ahorra Mucho Concept Store
Save A Lot has begun a collaboration with Leevers Supermarkets to develop a new grocery format and in-store offerings to better reach Hispanic shoppers throughout the country. The first step in the concept development effort is the introduction of Ahorra Mucho, a discount grocery store and innovation center in Aurora, Colorado, that features Hispanic product […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest, Whole Foods
Whole Foods Market Predicts 2025 Top 10 Food Trends
Whole Foods Market’s Trends Council has released its 10th annual Top 10 anticipated food trends predictions report. For 2025, Whole Foods Market forecasts a boom in hydrating ready-to-drink beverages, a new wave of aquatic ingredients, added crunch to meals and fusion snack foods with international appeal. The Whole Foods Market Trends Council – a collective […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Executive News, Southwest
Via Tournament, Brookshire Brothers Charitable Foundation Supports Nonprofits
The Shelby Report’s Jan Meade attended the recent Brookshire Brothers Charitable Foundation Golf Tournament in Bryan, Texas, where she caught up with John Alston, president and CEO, to learn more about the company, its foundation and the efforts of both. What a great turnout at your annual Brookshire Brothers golf charity event. Tell me more […]
Posted inBeverage News, Feature, Frozen Food, Southwest, The Kroger Co.
Powered By ‘Ice For Good’ Mission, Lux Ice Expanding Retail Reach
Lux Ice, a provider of premium craft ice, is making waves in the beverage industry with its unique product offerings and commitment to quality. Founded in 2020, the company has expanded its reach across the United States, partnering with major retailers and foodservice establishments. CEO Michael Crouse recently shared the company’s journey and its mission […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Breaks Ground On New Site In Manor, TX
H-E-B has begun construction on its first store in Manor, Texas, which is expected to open in late 2025. Located at Highway 290 and FM 973, the store will provide customers with an expanded product selection along with services and features including pharmacy with five pick-up spaces, large curbside area, seven-pump fuel station and car […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Produce News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Promotes ‘Field To Can’ Process During Film Series
Natural Grocers is promoting its new short film, “Field to Can,” within its “Meet Your Farmer” film series in stores and online. “As your neighborhood grocer, we choose to positively impact the way the food in this nation is grown and raised,” said Raquel Isely, VP of marketing at Natural Grocers. “We choose to be responsible […]