Sam’s Club has announced plans to reopen its store at 1701 W. State Hwy 114 in Grapevine, Texas, in late 2024, nearly two years after storm damage forced its closure in December 2022. Following extensive renovations, the store will showcase new technology, improved services and a more extensive selection of products. “We are thrilled to […]
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Posted inThe Kroger Co., Online Grocery Technology, Southwest, Supply Chain News
Kroger, Gatik Begin Autonomous Trucking Operations In Dallas
Gatik AI and The Kroger Co. have announced the launch of the companies’ multi-year commercial collaboration, which has medium-duty autonomous box trucks hauling fresh products to multiple stores from the grocer’s customer fulfillment center in Dallas, Texas. To celebrate the strides made since beginning local operations earlier this year, the companies came together for a […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Brookshire Grocery Co., Southwest
Brookshire Bros. Transitioning To eGrowcery Digital Tools
Brookshire Bros., a regional grocery chain in Texas and western Louisiana, is deploying digital tools from eGrowcery for its online ordering and fulfillment operations. The transition to the new platform, which will be seamless to Brookshire Bros.’ customers, will launch Jan. 1. Some enhanced features shoppers can expect include integrated coupon clipping and redemption, complex […]
Posted inH-E-B, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Opens Joe V’s Smart Shop In Katy, TX
H-E-B has opened a new Joe V’s Smart Shop by H-E-B at 4107 N. Fry Road in Katy, Texas, the 10th location in the Houston region. “We’re excited that our Joe V’s Smart Shop store is now open to serve customers in Katy with top-quality service and selection,” said Trini Cardenas, a 26-year employee and the […]
Posted inNatural Grocers, Corporate Store News, Southwest
Natural Grocers Relocating Store In Albuquerque, NM
On Dec. 14, Natural Grocers will relocate its store in Albuquerque, New Mexico, to a renovated, larger space at 4625 Wyoming Blvd. NE. To complete the relocation process, the store at 4420 Wyoming Blvd. NE will close at 5 p.m. Dec. 11. Three days later, Natural Grocers’ good4u Crew will begin the festivities with a […]
Posted inExecutive News, Southwest
Flagship Food Group Appoints Butler As CEO
Flagship Food Group has appointed Adam Butler as CEO and as a member of the company’s advisory board. Prior to joining Flagship Food Group, Butler had a 17-year career at Kraft Heinz where he spearheaded the transformation for many of the brands in the U.S. as president for the convenient meals, frozen, coffee, cold beverages and […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Albertsons, Corporate Store News, Southwest
United Supermarkets Begins Loyalty Campaign Giveaway
With its “Fresher for Longer” loyalty campaign, United Supermarkets, a division of Albertsons Companies Inc., is offering its Rewards! members the opportunity to earn extra benefits with every shopping visit. In addition to earning points redeemable for free groceries and discounts on food and fuel, United Supermarkets’ customers can earn digital stamps redeemable for MasterChef Food Storage products through […]
Posted inSustainability News, Southwest
Sysco Introduces ‘One Planet. One Table’ Product Line
Houston-based Sysco Corporation has launched its “One Planet. One Table.” assortment, the largest offering of certified and sustainably focused products. The Sysco “One Planet. One Table.” assortment includes more than 3,000 items across 15 categories that are: Backed by one of more than 20 sustainability certifications and standards; Included in Sysco’s sustainability commitments […]