The National Grocers Association (NGA) provided testimony Thursday at a fairness hearing before U.S. District Judge John Gleeson in Brooklyn, N.Y., in the case “In re Payment Card Interchange Fee and Merchant Discount Antitrust Litigation.” The purpose of the hearing was to determine whether to approve the motion for final approval of the settlement. After […]
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Posted in, Southeast, Store News
Publix To Buy Seven Bi-Lo Stores In The Carolinas
The grocery news out of the Carolinas keeps on coming. Publix Super Markets Inc. and Bi-Lo Holdings, parent company of the Bi-Lo and Winn-Dixie grocery store chains, this morning said they have entered into an agreement under which Publix is expected to purchase seven Bi-Lo-branded stores in North and South Carolina. The transaction is projected […]
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Betty Crocker And Hershey’s Launch A Dozen New Baking Products
Betty Crocker, in partnership with the The Hershey Co., is introducing a dozen new baking products. The new lineup offers “A Sweet for Every Style” and includes cookie mixes, cupcake mixes and frostings made with iconic flavors of Hershey’s, Reese’s and Almond Joy. “We are very excited about our continued partnership and the launch of […]
Posted in, Southeast, Store News
Piggly Wiggly Carolina To Sell 29 Stores To Bi-Lo Holdings, Harris Teeter
Piggly Wiggly Carolina Co. has entered into definitive agreements with Bi-Lo Holdings and Harris Teeter Supermarkets to sell 29 of its stores. Bi-Lo Holdings plans to purchase 22 stores in South Carolina and coastal Georgia. Harris Teeter expects to purchase seven South Carolina stores, one of which is under construction. Financial terms of the transactions […]
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Kroger Reports Record 2Q Results
The Kroger Co. on Thursday reported net earnings of $0.60 per diluted share and identical supermarket sales growth, without fuel, of 3.3 percent in the second quarter of fiscal 2013. The company marked its 39th consecutive quarter of positive identical supermarket sales. “Kroger’s strong second quarter results have us on target to deliver the earnings per […]
Posted in, Midwest, Store News
Natural Grocers Opening In Topeka, Kan., Next Week
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage will host a grand opening at its new Topeka, Kan., store, on Tuesday, Sept. 17. The store is located at 5836 SW 21st St. and joins other Kansas Natural Grocers’ locations in Overland Park, Wichita and Lawrence. “Healthy food should be affordable,” says Kemper Isely, Natural Grocers co-president. “We’re looking […]
Posted in, Store News, West
Fresh & Easy Finds A Buyer
Tesco said today that it has agreed to sale the substantive part of Fresh & Easy’s operating business to YFE Holdings Inc., an affiliate of Los Angeles-based investment firm Yucaipa Cos. LLC. As part of an orderly restructuring process, Yucaipa will acquire more than 150 stores as well as Fresh & Easy’s Riverside distribution and […]
Posted in, National, Perishables
AMI Foundation Debuts New Video On Proper Thermometer Use
Using a thermometer to ensure meat and poultry products are cooked to a proper internal temperature is one of the most important food safety steps people can take, yet research by the International Food Information Council Foundation shows that only 36 percent of Americans make this a regular habit. With that in mind, the American […]
Posted in, National, Northeast
NJFC President Honored As N.J. Weights And Measures Person Of The Year
The New Jersey Weights and Measures Association Inc. recognized Linda M. Doherty, president and CEO of the New Jersey Food Council (NJFC), as Person of the Year at the 103rd Annual Conference earlier this month in Atlantic City. Each year, the membership of the New Jersey Weights and Measures Association selects a person who has […]
Posted in, Albertsons, National, Store News
Albertson’s LLC To Acquire United Supermarkets
Albertson’s LLC announced late Monday afternoon that it intends to acquire United Supermarkets LLC (The United Family), based in Lubbock, Texas. United operates 50 retail stores under three banners: United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos. Additionally, its United Express brand has seven convenience stores and 26 fuel centers. United operates two divisions: RC Taylor, which distributes tobacco, […]
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Chiquita Tropicals Fruit Juice Line Makes Debut
Mojo Organics Inc. is introducing Chiquita Tropicals, a line that has launched its first four 100% fruit juice products made from tropical fruits: Banana Strawberry, Mango, Pineapple and Passion Fruit. They have the same great taste as the tropical fruits they come from, according to Mojo. “We are very pleased to introduce Chiquita Tropicals. This […]
Posted in, National, Southeast
CFIC Fall Golf Tourney Is Next Month
The Carolinas Food Industry Council (CFIC) will host its annual fall golf tournament on Thursday, Oct. 3, at Grandover Resort in Greensboro, N.C. A foursome is $5,000 for members and $5,750 for non-members. The group should consist of three players from the sponsoring supplier company, plus a retailer of the sponsor’s choice. Go here for […]
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Winn-Dixie Seeks Local Social Stars For ‘I’m Beef People’ Ad Campaign
Winn-Dixie, long known as the “Beef People,” is seeking customers who are equally passionate about great-tasting beef to enter its “I’m Beef People” online contest for a chance to appear in an upcoming advertising circular or on an outdoor billboard for the “I’m Beef People” local campaign. The social media initiative supports the supermarket’s new […]
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NGA To Hold Best Bagger Congressional Competition On Tuesday
The National Grocers Association (NGA) will hold its second annual National Best Bagger Congressional Competition on Tuesday. The event will begin at 5 p.m. on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. Andrew Borracchini, NGA’s 2013 Best Bagger National Champion, will compete against his member of Congress, Rep. Jim McDermott of Washington State. Borracchini, who was featured […]
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C&K Market Launches Digital Coupons For Loyalty Program Members
C&K Market Inc. is now offering digital manufacturer coupons published by Zavers by Google for its All Access Rewards loyalty program members. Members can easily find manufacturer coupons on the websites for C&K’s Ray’s Food Place, Shop Smart, Lo Bucks or C&K Market banners and redeem them at any of the company’s retail stores—no printing […]
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Marley Coffee Adds Two Industry Veterans To Sales Force
Marley Coffee has appointed two industry veterans to director roles within the company’s sales force. Effective immediately, Russ Stange will serve as director of sales—West Coast and Chris Mamos will serve as director of sales—East Coast. Stange previously served as senior account manager at KeHE Distributors Inc., an Illinois-based grocery distribution chain. Prior to this, […]
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Weight Watchers Debuts Brownie Bliss Products
Weight Watchers Sweet Baked Goods is introducing Weight Watchers Triple Chocolate Brownie Bliss and Peanut Butter Brownie Bliss, two new products that started hitting store shelves last month. The additions to the Weight Watchers Sweet Baked Goods lineup offer a one-of-a-kind indulgence with creamy fillings, rich flavors and decadent textures, Weight Watchers says. Triple Chocolate […]
Posted in, Southeast, The Independent Perspective
Southern Season Opens In Mt. Pleasant, S.C.
A Southern-style emporium featuring cooking classes, a specialty grocery store, a restaurant and more is now open for business in Mt. Pleasant, S.C. Live 5 WCSC reports that Southern Season, located at 730 Coleman Blvd., is holding a grand opening celebration through Sept. 22. The festivities include live music, cooking demos, tastings and a “Southern […]
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Kowalski’s Founder Perishes In Float Plane Accident
by Terrie Ellerbee/associate editor Mr. James Kowalski, founder of the Kowalski’s chain of nine stores, died Thursday following an accident in a float plane. Mr. Kowalski, who was 67 years old, was on a fishing trip in Canada. No one else was hurt. According to reports, Kowalski was standing on the float of the small […]
Posted in, Northeast, Store News
Roche Bros. Co-Founder Dies At 85
Mr. Daniel F. “Bud” Roche, the retired co-founder and board chairman of Roche Bros. Inc. in Massachusetts and the founder of Hans Kissle Salad Co., died Wednesday. He was 85. Roche, along with his brother Pat—who died last year—opened their first store in 1952 in Roslindale, Mass. This first meat and produce store expanded in […]