San Bernardino, California-based Stater Bros. Charities, the philanthropic arm of Stater Bros. Markets, partnered with Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling for its Give Back program during National Military Appreciation Month. The program ran for the entire month of May, during which Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling committed to donating 25 cents per eligible product purchased to Bob Hope USO. Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling donated […]
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Save Mart, Lucky Stores Begin Monopoly Savings Game
Modesto, California-based Save Mart and Lucky stores have launched their “Monopoly Kick Off the Savings” collect-and-win game. Through Oct. 31, Save Mart and Lucky shoppers throughout California and Western Nevada have a chance to win prizes and money-saving offers valuing more than $25 million. “We are excited to offer our shoppers incredible savings and prizes that range in value from instant […]
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Albertsons Adds Nutrition Insights To Sincerely Health Platform
Boise, Idaho-based Albertsons Companies has shared the latest digital enhancement to its Sincerely Health platform, a nutrition insights tool that measures grocery purchases based on the serving recommendations of USDA’s MyPlate guidance. The “Nutrition” functionality within the Sincerely Health experience empowers customers to make informed food choices based on their dietary preferences, household size and age group. “With the […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, International Foods, West
Filipino Culture Celebrated At New lsland Pacific Supermarket
Island Pacific Supermarket marked the debut of its 19th store, located in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Granada Hills, with a grand-opening celebration Aug. 11. The store offers a selection of fresh seafood, meat, produce and specialty items from the Philippines and other Asian countries, as well as a range of non-food items, like cookware, […]
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FreshRealm Focused On Ready-To-Go Meal Solutions
San Clemente, California-based FreshRealm offers fresh meal solutions that range from ready-to-heat items to low-effort meal kits and ready-to-cook products. Michael Lippold, founder and CEO, talked with The Shelby Report’s Bob Reeves on the floor of the recent IDDBA Show in Anaheim, California. “We’re a platform that allows retailers to enter the category, grow the […]
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Remodeled Store Debuts IGA-Inspired Look In Lakebay, WA
Key IGA at 9021 Key Peninsula Highway NW in Lakebay, Washington, revealed its remodel to the public July 19. The store took over the space formerly occupied by Food Market at Key Center. The Myers Group, the parent company of Key IGA, took ownership of the business March 6. The store has operated regularly since […]
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Bashas’ Expands Gift Options With Blackhawk Network
Pleasanton, California-based Bashas’ has joined Blackhawk Network’s distribution, expanding gift options in its 112 supermarket locations across Arizona and New Mexico. Blackhawk’s suite of multi-brand cards pull brands together across top-selling categories onto a themed gift card. Such multi-store cards allow for a more personal gift experience, so that recipients can redeem at any or […]
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Real Food Market & Deli Works On ‘Building Community’ In Helena, MT
Laughing Water, owner and general manager of Real Food Store Inc., dba Real Food Market & Deli in Helena, Montana, does not have a traditional grocery industry background. He started practicing yoga at age 13. A Presidential Scholar in high school, he earned a degree in philosophy and psychology at MIT. His graduate studies took […]