Yesway is expanding its presence in Oklahoma, with its portfolio of stores in the state expected to stand at 15 locations by the end of 2024. In addition to its five Oklahoma-based Allsup’s stores, the company recently celebrated the grand openings of its newest stores in Broken Bow and Thackerville, with two more locations slated […]
Category: Southwest
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor of the Year, Affiliated Foods, Southwest
With Family Focus, Affiliated Foods Poised For Growth
Affiliated Foods Inc. in Amarillo, Texas, has been named The Shelby Report of the Southwest’s 2024 Wholesaler of the Year. Celebrating its 76th year in business, the co-op got its start when a group of six retailers came together to open their own warehouse and use their collective buying power to get better cost of […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Breaks Ground On Second Joe V’s Smart Shop In Dallas
Joe V’s Smart Shop by H-E-B has broken ground on its second location in Dallas, continuing the brand’s expansion beyond the Houston area into the DFW Metroplex. H-E-B, a San Antonio-based multi-format retailer, announced plans last year to build the Joe V’s Smart Shop at 5204 S. Buckner Blvd. It is expected to open in […]
Posted inSnacks Brands, Meat/Seafood/Poultry, Packaging News, Southwest
Stryve Foods Introduces Packaging With Updated Images
Stryve Foods has relaunched its innovative retail packaging, showcasing thinly sliced steak, a breakthrough in snacking options. According to the company, the revamped packaging features updated food photography and emphasizes the benefits of Stryve’s products, including its higher protein content compared to traditional beef jerky, as well as its preservative-free and zero-sugar formula. CEO Chris […]
Posted inInternational Foods, Center Store, Southwest
Flagship Foods Rebrands To Insignia International
Flagship Food Group, the parent company of 505 Southwestern, has rebranded to Insignia International. The move was announced at the Natural Products Expo West March 15 in Anaheim, California. “‘Insignia’ is the Spanish word for Flagship, and this natural and elegant evolution of the name makes it clear that we are committed to premium Hispanic and Southwestern products and flavors, […]
Posted inMarket Profile, Albertsons, Southwest, Vista Markets
Vista Markets Serves Evolving El Paso With Plentiful Perishables
Vista Markets started out in the early 1980s as a small, standalone bakery in El Paso, Texas. At the time, it was operated by owner Mike Piña and just two employees. Through the years, Mike’s brothers, Oscar and Armando, joined the business. In 1987, they opened their first small supermarket with a bakery. Today, Vista […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Southwest
The United Family Fundraiser Supports Wildfire Relief
The United Family launched a statewide donate-at-the-register campaign March 8 to raise funds for disaster relief across the Texas Panhandle following the recent devastating wildfires. Running through March 23, all proceeds from the effort will go to the Amarillo Area Foundation. In addition to the campaign and sending supplies to the area, The United Family […]
Posted inHarps Food Stores, Independent Store News, Southwest
Entrepreneurial Excellence Award Goes To Kim Eskew Of Harps
Kim Eskew, chairman and CEO of Arkansas-based Harps Food Stores, is this year’s recipient of the Thomas K. Zaucha Entrepreneurial Excellence Award from the National Grocers Association. The award, sponsored by Mondelēz International Inc., is presented annually to an independent retailer who demonstrates persistence, vision and creative entrepreneurship. Eskew is committed to building a strong […]