In an ongoing effort to get customers the items they want, and fast, Walmart knows it will take a well-coordinated network of delivery solutions that span the streets, sidewalks and skies. Some of these solutions are still emerging but they’re already showing encouraging results, according to John Furner, CEO and president of Walmart’s U.S. business. […]
Category: Southwest
The Shelby Report of the Southwest covers grocery retailers, wholesalers and suppliers in Arkansas, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. Follow the latest store openings, remodels, leadership changes and market news from the region.
Posted inProduce News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Food King Claims World’s Largest Watermelon Display
Lubbock, Texas residents were treated to a record-breaking display of watermelons on June 2. The Food King, located on 82nd Street, hosted a watermelon marketing event of epic proportions, breaking a world record for the largest watermelon display. Although unverified by the Guinness Book of World Records, the Food King display containing 12,825 watermelons and […]
Posted inWholesaler/Distributor News, Home Page Latest News, Shelby Originals, Southwest
Affiliated Foods Celebrates Culture Of Cooperation On 75th Anniversary
Amarillo, Texas-based wholesaler Affiliated Foods Inc. has thrived by fostering a culture of cooperation. The customer-centric company treats its retailer partners like family and those store operators and owners, in return, are immensely loyal. Click below for a special section commemorating AFI‘s 75th anniversary.
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Walmart Provides Digital COVID-19 Vaccine Record
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart is empowering people with increased access to their health data through a free, secure digital wallet that they own and decide whether to use to share their health information, starting with the COVID-19 vaccine record. The offering provides individuals with an opportunity to securely store their COVID-19 vaccine record in their pharmacy […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Whole Foods Markets Launches Rainy-Day Redo Program
Beginning June 21, Whole Foods Market will give away weekly prizes when weekend rain hits at least half of the continental U.S. The Rainy-Day Redo giveaway series will leverage the expertise of meteorologist Stephanie Abrams of The Weather Channel. Whole Foods Market will share Abrams’ weekly weather call on Instagram (@wholefoods) at noon every Monday through Aug. […]
Posted inPackaging News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
ePac Flexible Packaging Continues Expansion With Three New Plants
To meet increasing market demand for brands seeking faster time to market and the ability to order to demand, ePac Flexible Packaging is opening manufacturing plants in Toronto, Canada, and Portland, Oregon, as well as planning to open a second facility in Los Angeles. Construction of the ePac Toronto plant is complete and will begin […]
Posted inBeverage News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Yuengling Unveils Launch Date For Its Beers In Texas
As part of a joint venture, D.G. Yuengling & Son Inc. and Molson Coors Beverage Co. say Yuengling beers will be available across Texas starting Aug. 23. Yuengling will launch with its Yuengling Traditional Lager, Light Lager 99, Golden Pilsner and FLIGHT by Yuengling, a light beer. As part of the launch, Yuengling will hold a SuperFan Sweepstakes where winners will […]
Posted inCenter Store, Albertsons, Amazon Fresh, Home Page Slider, Southwest, Whole Foods
Just Like Home Kitchen Recipes Arrive In Sprouts Farmers Market
After launching throughout the Southwest in November 2020, Just Like Home Kitchen Recipes, a collection of authentic, home crafted pasta sauces is available in Sprouts Farmers Market locations from coast to coast. Inspired by favorite recipes from kitchens across America, 25 cents from every jar sold is donated to local homeless shelters throughout the U.S. […]
Posted inC-Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Yesway Celebrates Opening Of New Allsup’s In Bangs, Texas
Convenience store chain Yesway is celebrating the grand opening of its new Allsup’s store, located at 506 E Hall St. in Bangs, Texas, through June 19. Customers who visit the store between June 13-19 can enter for a chance to win one of the prizes that will be given away at noon on June 19, including a […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Walmart+ Adds Savings On Prescriptions To Benefits
Walmart+ members are now able to unlock exclusive savings on thousands of the most commonly prescribed medications through a new members-only prescription savings program the retailer is calling Walmart+ Rx for Less. Walmart+ Rx for Less joins a growing list of benefits offered to Walmart+ members. The program delivers additional savings on the most commonly prescribed medications […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Pensa Shows Expanded Demand For Advanced Retail Shelf Intelligence
Pensa Systems, an innovator in the automated use of computer vision and artificial intelligence for retail in-store data and analytics, has continued to expand its relationships with customers such as Johnson & Johnson, General Mills and Circle K. These major companies, as well as long-time customer and investor Anheuser-Busch InBev, are among a fast-growing number […]
Posted inH-E-B, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Plans To Open DFW Metroplex Store In McKinney
San Antonio, Texas-based H-E-B has announced its plans to open a store in McKinney, continuing its expansion in the DFW Metroplex. The store, which is expected to open in spring 2023, builds on the company’s longstanding presence in the area and reinforces its commitment to serve more customers in this dynamic and growing part of […]
Posted inCorporate Store News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Walmart Gives Back With Free Community Academy
For the past few years, Walmart Academies have focused on training associates to succeed in their jobs and upskill for the future. The company always has known its academies could make a positive impact beyond its walls and help the communities it serves, said Andy Trainor, VP of learning. “With that in mind, today we’re […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Walmart Unveils All-In-One Associate App, Me@Walmart
Bentonville, Arkansas-based Walmart has unveiled Me@Walmart, a new app built in-house by Walmart Global Tech for U.S. store associates. It provides an exclusive destination filled with new features to simplify daily tasks, serve customers and plan for life outside of work. “A great customer experience starts with a great associate experience, and our people will […]
Posted inMeat/Seafood/Poultry, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Feed the Children, Tyson Foods, Americold To Help Feed Rural Families
Feed the Children, Tyson Foods and Americold are partnering to launch an “Alliance to Defeat Hunger” with a 10-city tour across the United States to help feed families in rural communities. Throughout the tour, the organizations will supplement nearly 2 million meals to families experiencing food insecurity. Feed the Children and Tyson Foods have partnered […]
Posted inH-E-B, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Starts Construction On New Store In Plano, Texas
H-E-B started construction on its second store planned for the DFW Metroplex, breaking ground at the site in Plano, Texas, on June 4. The store is set to open in fall 2022. Inside and out, H-E-B designed the store to reflect the character unique to the Plano community and emphasized environmental sustainability, incorporating several energy-efficient […]
Posted inPlant-Based News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Tyson Debuts New Plant-Based First Pride Products In Asia
Tyson Foods, headquartered in Springdale, Arkansas, is launching a new line of plant-based products in select retail markets and e-commerce across Asia Pacific under the brand, First Pride. This is the first time the company has introduced plant-based products in Asia, as it works to make protein more accessible and affordable for more people around the […]
Posted inH-E-B, Home Page Latest News, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Breaks Ground On New Store In Frisco, Texas
Furthering its commitment to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, H-E-B officially started construction June 3 on its new store in Frisco, Texas, which is set to open in the fall of 2022. Inside and out, H-E-B designed the store to reflect the character unique to the Frisco community and emphasized environmental sustainability, incorporating several energy efficient […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Home Page Slider, Southwest
Sullivan Joins Symphony RetailAI As First Chief Product Officer
Symphony RetailAI, a global provider of integrated AI-powered marketing, merchandising and supply chain solutions for FMCG retailers and manufacturers, has named Cheryl Sullivan to the newly created position of chief product officer. Under Sullivan’s leadership, the company will combine its product management and marketing teams, as she works to develop an integrated product and marketing strategy […]
Posted inPackaging News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
EPac Launches Sustainable Child Resistant Pouch Line
Austin, Texas-based ePac Flexible Packaging has launched its Certified Child Resistant Resealable pouches made with Post Consumer Recycled materials. A collaboration between ePac, the Fresh-Lock business unit at Presto Products Co. and Charter Next Generation, the offering is fully certified to comply with the Federal Poison Prevention Act, Title CFR / 16 Part 1700, and […]