KeHE Distributors celebrated the 124,000-square-foot expansion of its distribution center in Aurora, Colorado. Local dignitaries and KeHE partners commemorated the first reveal of the facility during an event, which included a ribbon cutting, welcome address from KeHE President & CEO Brandon Barnholt, warehouse tours and lunch served by local vendors. KeHE executives that attended were Barnholt; Amy […]
Category: Southwest
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Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Tyson Foods Commits $2.5M To Feeding America Food Banks
Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson Foods has announced its commitment of $2.5 million to address food insecurity by partnering with Feeding America member food banks to provide greater access to protein in communities facing hunger. This September, during Hunger Action Month, Tyson is also donating 2.5 million pounds of protein, the equivalent of 10 million meals, to […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Nonfood Items, Southwest
Walmart To Offer Health Care Through United Health Group
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart and UnitedHealth Group have announced the beginning of a 10-year, wide-ranging collaboration, bringing together the collective expertise of the companies in serving millions of people with affordable health services that improve health outcomes and improve the patient experience. The collaboration will start in 2023 with 15 Walmart Health locations in Florida and Georgia […]
Posted inBeverage News, Southwest
Clean Cause Releases Beverage For National Recovery Month
Clean Cause, an Austin, Texas-based sparkling Yerba Maté beverage company, has announced an exclusive can collection in honor of National Recovery Month. Beginning Sept. 7, Clean Cause will release 1,200 limited-edition cans of cherry lime featuring an exclusive label designed by the brand’s creative director and singer/songwriter Ben Haggerty, better known as “Macklemore,” with 100 […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B To Open New Store In Frisco, TX
H-E-B is set to open the doors of its flagship store Sept. 21 at 4800 Main St. in Frisco, Texas. Customers who want to get a head start can begin to schedule orders for curbside pickup, beginning Sept. 19. Orders can be scheduled up to 14 days in advance. At 111,000 square feet, the H-E-B […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Southwest
North Texas Food Bank Celebrates 40th Anniversary With Event
The North Texas Food Bank will celebrate 40 years of serving the North Texas community with a family-friendly event Sept. 10 at Klyde Warren Park in Dallas. The event is free to the public and will feature face painters, balloon artists, a book reading of the NTFB’s children’s book, “Hunger Bugs Me!,” and music from the […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest
Walmart Acquires Stake In Sustainable Beef’s Facility
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart has signed an agreement to acquire a minority stake in Sustainable Beef, a rancher-owned company based in North Platte, Nebraska. The grocer’s equity investment is part of a broader partnership to source top-quality angus beef from Sustainable Beef’s new beef processing facility. This partnership will help supplement the current beef industry and will provide […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Albertsons, Southwest
Tarrant Area Food Bank Receives $200K Grant From Albertsons
Fort Worth, Texas-based Tarrant Area Food Bank was awarded a $200,000 grant from the Tom Thumb/Albertsons Foundation’s Nourishing Neighbors Program that aims to help connect qualified individuals with existing federal meal programs. The funding will be allocated to its “Resources, Education Delivered (RED Bus)” mobile program. Tarrant Area Food Bank has launched this initiative to […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southwest
Bud Light Releases Limited-Edition UTSA Bottle
Bud Light is launching a limited-edition University of Texas at San Antonio-branded Bud Light for game day. As the official beer sponsor of UTSA Athletics, Bud Light is featuring the Roadrunners’ battle cry “Birds Up” on limited-edition packages for this season. The 16-ounce Bud Light aluminum bottles can be found at the Alamodome on game […]
Posted inProduce News, Organic Natural, Southwest
Natural Grocers Commemorates Organic Month With Fundraiser
Lakewood, Colorado-based Natural Grocers is honoring Organic Month with a fundraiser for Beyond Pesticides throughout September. Customers can join Natural Grocers in contributing to Beyond Pesticides’ mission of creating synthetic pesticide-free local parks and playing fields. Customers will have an opportunity to support the retailer’s goal of raising $100,000 for the organization with donations at the register and […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Southwest, Sustainability News
Tyson Foods Releases 2021 Sustainability Report
Springdale, Arkansas-based Tyson Foods has released its 2021 Sustainability Report, which reflects its focus on driving product responsibility and working to sustain natural resources. “More than ever, Tyson Foods is operating as part of a global food system and we have a critical role to play in responsibly producing food that is affordable, accessible and […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Albertsons, Southwest
The North Texas Food Bank Joins Feeding America Campaign
The North Texas Food Bank will join Feeding America for Hunger Action Month in September to raise awareness of people experiencing food insecurity. Food banks around the country are working to make a real and lasting impact on hunger in their communities, and they are asking for the public’s support. “Many people may not give a […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, Bravo Supermarkets, Southwest
Central Market Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Dallas, Texas-based Central Market has sourced a collection of Hispanic-owned brands and products for its annual “Really Into Comida” food and heritage event. The celebration will take place from Sept. 14-Oct. 11 at these Central Market locations: Austin North Lamar, Austin Westgate, Dallas Lovers Lane, Dallas Midway, Preston Royal, Fort […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southwest
MountainKing, Pioneer Partner On Potato Gravy Mixes
Houston, Texas-based MountainKing Potatoes is pairing its butter russets with Pioneer, a producer of gravy mixes, to create a retail promotion for shoppers preparing fall-inspired dishes. In November, five-pound bags of MountainKing Butter Russets will feature a Kwik Lok tag offering .75 cents off any two Pioneer gravy mixes that are 2.75 ounces or smaller. Each Pioneer gravy […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Southwest
SymphonyAI Retail CPG Appoints Choudhary As President
Dallas-based SymphonyAI Retail CPG has appointed Manish Choudhary as president. Chris Koziol, current president, will transition out of the role Aug. 31 after having led the organization through business transformation. “It has been an honor leading the transformation of SymphonyAI Retail CPG, and I am proud of the solid track record and foundation we have established to […]
Posted inDairy News, Southwest
Vital Farms Launches Restorative Pasture-Raised Eggs
Austin, Texas-based Vital Farms has launched restorative pasture-raised eggs, produced using regenerative agriculture principles such as perennial rotations and cover crops. Vital Farms collaborated with regenerative thought leader Understanding Ag for more than a year to transition five farms to a core set of tenets that promote rich, nutrient-dense soil. “We applaud Vital Farms for taking steps to help restore the natural […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Southwest
The United Family Donates $500K Through Charity Classic
Lubbock, Texas-based The United Family and its vendor partners have raised $500,000 for nonprofits through its Jacky Pierce Charity Classic golf tournament, which took place on Aug. 28-29. Before the annual dinner on Aug. 28, checks were presented to 27 organizations. Since its inception, The United Family’s JPCC golf tournament has raised more than $5.5 […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Snacks Brands, Southwest
Doritos Launches Triangle Tracker Program Through Snapchat
Plano, Texas-based Doritos is launching the Triangle Tracker, a nationwide hunt where any triangle in the real world can unlock exclusive experiences and rewards. Through the Snapchat AR lens that converts any triangle into Doritos and weekly TikTok challenges, Doritos is taking over famous triangular landmarks in New York, Atlanta and Memphis by partnering with brands like Guess Originals, Vivid […]
Posted inBeverage News, C-Store News, Southwest
7-Eleven Debuts Online Merchandise Store
Irving, Texas-based 7-Eleven has announced the launch of 7Collection, an online merchandise shop curated for its fans. The shop features exclusive apparel and accessories inspired by 7-Eleven and its fan-favorite products – like Big Gulp and Slurpee drinks – that customers can’t find anywhere else. The 7Collection shop offers shoppers items like vintage tees, hats and an assortment of memorabilia. […]
Posted inExecutive News, Southwest
Motter Steps Down As Van’s Kitchen CEO
Dallas-based Van’s Kitchen has announced Theresa Motter has decided to step down as CEO. The company has appointed Motter’s brother, Apollo Nguyen, as interim CEO, effective immediately. “Theresa took over the family business as CEO nearly a decade ago. Without her leadership, Van’s Kitchen would not be one of the country’s most successful egg roll manufacturers,” Nguyen […]