Natural Grocers has begun a new partnership with Rodale Institute, a nonprofit that supports the regenerative organic agricultural movement through research, farmer training and education. During Organic Month, customers will have an opportunity to support the retailer’s goal of raising $100,000 for Rodale Institute with donations at the register and a portion of proceeds from the sales […]
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Posted inMarket Profile, Association News, Harps Food Stores, Southwest
Association Executive Director Says Arkansas Economy Moving In Positive Direction
Sales tax collections and metro population totals both have been up in Arkansas over the past year, according to Steve Goode, executive director of the Arkansas Grocers & Retail Merchants Association in Little Rock. “The overall economy is doing slightly better than a year ago,” he said. Sales tax collections are up by 1.8 percent […]
Posted inCentral Market, Independent Store News, Southwest
Central Market Celebrates 30th Anniversary With In-Store Events
Central Market, a division of H-E-B, is celebrating its 30th anniversary by offering customers in-store events, foodie strolls and cooking classes from Sept. 11-24. Each location across Texas will kick off the extravaganza on Sept. 11 with cake and unique customer experiences. A series of events will follow throughout the two-week celebration. Central Market also […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Southwest
The United Family Donates $500K To Nonprofits During Golf Tournament
The United Family and its vendor partners once again have raised $500,000 for 25 nonprofits through the annual Jacky Pierce Charity Classic golf tournament, which took place on Aug. 25-26. Before the annual dinner on Sunday night, checks were presented to the 25 groups in a recognition event. Since its inception in the early 1990s, […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Buys Property For New Store In Irving, TX
H-E-B has acquired property in Irving, Texas, with plans to open its first H-E-B store there in the Las Colinas community. This move continues the retailer’s expansion in North Texas. The Irving H-E-B store will be built at Interstate 635 and Olympus Boulevard in front of the former Fry’s electronics store. It’s expected to open […]
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Edwards Food Giant’s Remodel Offers ‘Neighborhood Feel’ In N. Little Rock
The new Edwards Food Giant that opened in Lakewood Village in North Little Rock in early April was described by one observer as “Publix come to Arkansas, to be honest with you.” That’s high praise, as Publix is widely known for its clean, well-stocked, well-run grocery stores. Edwards Food Giant took the place of the […]
Posted inH-E-B, Online Grocery Technology, Southwest
Favor Delivery Introduces H-E-B Now Service
Favor Delivery has launched H-E-B Now, a new grocery product offering in partnership with its parent company, H-E-B. Available in the delivery service’s app, H-E-B Now offers a fast, convenient solution to take care of last-minute grocery needs. Whether it is a forgotten recipe item or a midweek restock on produce and pantry staples, customers can get up […]
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Harps Appoints Tackett, Taylor To Key Leadership Roles
Harps Food Stores Inc. has announced strategic leadership changes with the appointments of Jim Bob Tackett as the new VP of store systems and John Taylor as the new member of the executive committee. These appointments were made following the retirement of Mike Thurow, who served as the SVP of store systems and CIO for […]