Irving, Texas-based Kimberly-Clark recently announced its new 2030 sustainability strategy and goals, which are aimed at addressing the social and environmental challenges of the next decade. The company committed to improve the lives and well-being of one billion people in underserved communities around the world with the smallest environmental footprint. “These extraordinary times remind us why our purpose […]
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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.
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North Texas Food Bank Welcomes New Board Members, Chair
The North Texas Food Bank has announced changes to its board of directors, including Michael Brookshire as the new board chair. This new term began July 1. In addition to a new board chair, the NTFB welcomed five new board members to its team. Brookshire has served on the NTFB board for five years, and […]
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How To Choose The Right Immune Booster For You
sponsored content Although natural immune booster supplements are in continual demand, the COVID-19 pandemic has led to an explosion of sales as people seek out products that will aid in the protection from viral infections, according to Golden, Colorado-based Panacea Life Sciences. Last year the estimated global dietary supplement market generated $39.6 billion USD and […]
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Initiatives Underway To Provide Guidelines For CBD-Infused Beverages
sponsored content One of the newest cannabidiol (CBD) products on the market are CBD-infused beverages, according to Golden, Colorado-based Panacea Life Sciences. The infused beverage sector is anticipated to exceed $2.8B in the U.S. by 2025, and there are over 1,000 products available for purchase online today. In fact, major manufacturers such as Ben & […]
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Pet Food Company Donates Millionth Meal To Shelters, Food Banks
Boulder, Colorado-based “I and love and you,” maker of holistic pet food and treats, has announced a major milestone – a total donation of more than one million meals to animal welfare organizations nationwide including rescue shelters and pet food banks. Each month since 2016, “I and love and you” has been donating approximately 2,000 […]
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Ruiz Leaves Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits To Join Park Street
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has announced that Rudy Ruiz, EVP of emerging spirits brands, has left the company to join industry innovator Park Street. During his 17-year tenure with Southern Glazer’s, Ruiz was responsible for curating and growing the company’s portfolio of craft spirits and emerging brands. His duties have been assumed by Ray […]
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Symphony RetailAI Included In Forrester’s ‘Now Tech’ Listing
Dallas, Texas-based Symphony RetailAI, a provider of integrated AI-enabled marketing, merchandising and supply chain solutions for FMCG retailers and CPG manufacturers, is among the 33 companies that Forrester included in its Now Tech: Customer Analytics Technologies, Q1 2020. Symphony RetailAI believes that retailers and suppliers use analytics technologies to improve the customer experience, resulting in overall […]
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Simply 7 Introduces 2 New Snacks, Launches New Branding
Simply 7 Snacks is introducing two new snacks – Sea Salt Veggie Straws and Fiery Pepper Lentil Chips. Both have launched in a new, fresh look for the brand. Sea Salt Veggie Straws are a snack of garden-fresh cauliflower, broccoli, carrots and potatoes turned straws, topped with sea salt. Unlike most veggie straws that are […]
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Junior’s Growing Along With Hidalgo In South Texas
by John McCurry / contributing writer Hidalgo County in South Texas, with a population approaching 900,000, is one of the fastest growing counties in the U.S. A major logistics hub, it is the No. 1. land port for fresh produce imports from Mexico, with about 2 million tons of fresh produce entering the country annually. […]
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Borden Dairy Approved For Sale To Capitol Peak Partners and KKR
Dallas-based Borden Dairy has announced Capitol Peak Partners and its affiliates have acquired substantially all of its assets following completion of a court-supervised sale process. Capitol Peak will assume majority ownership of the new company and KKR, an existing lender to Borden, will be a minority investor. Following the transaction, Borden will be appropriately capitalized […]
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Walmart Health Center Opens In Springdale, Arkansas
Following the opening of three Walmart Health centers in Georgia, Walmart has opened its newest location in Springdale in Northwest Arkansas, at the Supercenter on Elm Springs Road. At the new health center, which opened June 24, the community now has access to transparent pricing for key health center services, regardless of insurance status. Walmart […]
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Left Hand Brewing Company Debuts Year-Round Lager
Longmont, Colorado-based Left Hand Brewing Co. is debuting a new year-round lager, 1265 Pilsner. With citrus hops and light bready malts, the company calls the new beer a tribute to a traditional lager, brewed at 5.2% ABV. The 1265 Pilsner is named in honor of Left Hand’s brewing location since 1993, 1265 Boston Ave., and […]
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Brookshire Brothers Launches Click And Collect In Nacogdoches
Lufkin, Texas-based Brookshire Brothers has launched its curbside pickup and grocery delivery service at its two Nacogdoches stores. The grocer has been offering this service in seven locations since February 2018. With the increased demand for online shopping, the employee-owned company decided to launch Brookshire Brothers Anywhere in 14 additional locations. “We strive to continually […]
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Richard’s Rainwater Partners With Brewery To Expand Initiative
Richard’s Rainwater, the first bottled rainwater and sparkling rainwater company, entered into a partnership with Buffalo Bayou Brewing Co. in Houston, Texas, expanding both the company’s production capacity and commitment to local brewery partnerships on the heels of closing a $2 million financing round. The Austin-based brand captures renewable rainwater before it has a chance to […]
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H-E-B Opens Spring Green Market June 24 In Richmond, TX
H-E-B has expanded its footprint within the Richmond community near Houston, opening its newest location – H-E-B Spring Green Market – Wednesday, June 24. Located at 9211 FM 723, the 101,000-square-foot store will be open daily from 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Cinco Ranch resident Trevor Spradlin will serve as top store leader and draw from his […]
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Brookshire Brothers Acquires Market Basket Location In Lumberton, Texas
Brookshire Brothers has expanded its presence this summer in Hardin County in Southeast Texas. Company President and CEO John Alston announced the recent acquisition of the Market Basket location in Lumberton, Texas. This is the second Market Basket location Brookshire Brothers has acquired in the last year. “On behalf of our Brookshire Brothers’ team, I […]
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Planterra Foods Introduces Ozo, New Plant-Based Protein Product Line
Colorado-based Planterra Foods is making its debut in plant-based products this month with its introductory line, Ozo, which comes in three varieties: Ozo Burgers, Ground and Mexican-Seasoned Ground. Made soy-free with no artificial ingredients, the Ozo protein offerings are certified vegan by BeVeg and non-GMO. Powered by an exclusive proprietary blend of pea and rice […]
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Niceland Seafood Brings Frozen Icelandic Fish To U.S. Retailers
Niceland Seafood, a company that offers Icelandic fish with full traceability from “sea-to-pan,” is offering resealable bags of wild-caught haddock and cod portions (MSRP $24.99). The move into frozen is the first in a series of upcoming product innovations from Niceland that aim to help shoppers feel more confident making responsible seafood purchases and cooking […]
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H-E-B Opens Newest Store In South Austin, Texas
H-E-B opened its newest store, the nearly 130,000-square-foot Oaks at Slaughter H-E-B at 8801 S Congress Ave., near the corner of Slaughter Lane and I-35 in South Austin, on June 10. This store is part of more than $200 million in H-E-B projects in South Austin. Filled with some of the most modern amenities, innovations […]
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Homeland Pharmacies To Offer COVID-19 Antibody Testing
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma-based Homeland, a store under the HAC Inc. grocery chain, says its pharmacy has begun conducting COVID-19 antibody testing in seven metro locations. Patients can begin the process by texting P360 to 555888. Test results are ready in about 15 minutes, and a virtual visit with a board-certified physician will be administered after […]