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Vons Helps Raise EV Awareness06/13/2021
Digital ad campaign spotlights benefits of driving electric vehicles
Schnucks to Close One of Its St. Louis-Area Stores 06/13/2021
Underperforming location only a few miles from other chain-owned sites
The Name Shoppers Trust for Traditions06/13/2021
With over 50 years of experience bringing families around the table to celebrate, you can now offer delicious Reuben Corned Beef as an anytime protein.
Every meal, every customer. Every. Day. Angus.06/13/2021
From Picanha to Pot Roast, customers count on the consistently juicy flavor and USDA Choice quality of Star Ranch Angus® beef.
Myx Single-Serve Light Chardonnay & Light Rosé06/13/2021
Lower-calorie wines launched in time for summer
Musco Family Olive Co. 100% California Grown Ripe Olives06/13/2021
As the only 100% California-owned, family-run olive business in America, the Musco Family Olive Company is known for outstanding, uncompromising quality.
NGA Cheers OSHA’s Decision Not to Implement Emergency COVID Standard at Retail06/10/2021
Major union is opposed to agency’s move, however
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet to Hire for 2,000 Positions 06/10/2021
June 15 national event aims to keep pace with the closeout retailer’s accelerated growth
Unlock Perimeter Potential With These Brand-Building Ideas06/10/2021
Retailers can improve perimeter perceptions and win shoppers’ minds
IRI’s 'New Product Pacesetters' Revealed06/10/2021
Latest edition of annual report highlights 2020 products that resonated amid lifestyle changes
How Kroger Plans to Beat Publix: EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS06/10/2021
Tampa "spoke" shows how grocer is elevating grocery delivery in Florida
Harris Teeter Opens Location Near D.C.06/10/2021
Grand opening for Alexandria, Va., store set for June 23
Why Retail Marketing Platforms Will Be the Next Big Thing06/10/2021
Introducing the next step beyond retail media networks
Instacart Takes Another Big Stand Against Systemic Racism06/09/2021
Company investing $1M to support Black-owned brands
PCC Community Markets Shifts Downtown Seattle Location Opening to Early 202206/09/2021
Co-op also introduces food access grant to provide $25K to area nonprofits
Hy-Vee, Google Cloud Join Forces to Boost Grocer’s Digital Offerings06/09/2021
New partnership follows tech solutions provider’s collaboration with Albertsons
JBS Pays $11M to Hackers06/09/2021
Major meat processor gives ransom to Russian cybercriminal group to prevent potential risk to customers
Southeastern Grocers in Hiring Mode Across 5 States06/09/2021
Retailer emphasizes opportunities for professional growth, equity and giving back
Fareway Now Part of GrocerKey Retail Media Network06/09/2021
Turnkey solution enables smaller retailers to grow incremental revenue, improve customer experience
Man to Plead Guilty to Food Tampering at Hannaford06/09/2021
Nicholas R. Mitchell allegedly put razor blades and screws in pizza dough
Specialty Food Market Hits a High06/09/2021
SFA's annual report reveals fast-growing categories and strength of the retail channel
Government Report Confirms Inflationary Trends06/09/2021
CPI for food at home rose in May on a month-to-month and year-to-year basis
Strong Retail Sales Predicted for Back-to-School Season06/09/2021
New report from Mastercard anticipates positive momentum as in-person learning expected to return
How a Frontline Workforce Orchestration Platform Sets the Stage for Grocer's Success06/09/2021
A mobile frontline workforce orchestration platform is the key to increasing grocery store staff retention and delivering a quality customer experience
Road to a New World of Retail06/09/2021
11 breakthrough tech solutions for the new world retail
Giant Co. Conducts Chainwide Rollout for Flashfood 06/08/2021
App eliminates retail food waste by connecting consumers with discounted food nearing best-by date
NotMilk Maker Gets Additional Investor06/08/2021
Jeff Bezos-backed food tech company’s product coming to more than 3K stores
Lidl Takes Home 47 Medals in Sommeliers Choice Awards06/08/2021
Most of the private-label-winning wines are priced at less than $10
2021 NGA Show to Offer Broad Range of Education Sessions06/08/2021
8 tracks will focus on critical issues for indies
Stater Bros. Adds to Board of Directors06/08/2021
Company also names Pete Van Helden vice chairman
FMI Takes Stance Against COOL Amendment 06/08/2021
Association says legislation would impose food labeling burden on grocers
Guiding Stars Program Introduces New Look and Feel06/08/2021
Redesign aims to make nutritious choices easier for consumers shopping online and in stores
Healthy Living Market and Café Names Director of Marketing06/08/2021
John Akots’ vast experience includes working at Price Chopper/Market 32
Whole Foods to Open Hyper-Local Store in Tampa, Florida06/08/2021
Location opening July 7 will stock 800+ local products
New VP, Head of People Joins Afresh 06/08/2021
Jenna Wills will focus on a culture of excellence and support
Q3 Results Are in for UNFI06/08/2021
While wholesaler reports net income loss for latest quarter, it's still on track to meet 2021 goals
Independent Grocer Adds Locker Deliveries in Rural Iowa06/08/2021
Entrepreneurial owners have fresh take on service in areas of need
Russell Stover Joy Bites06/08/2021
Rollout marks brand’s 1st no-sugar-added bar assortment
What COVID-19 Taught Grocers About Employee Training06/07/2021
Lessons learned to improve experiences for both employees and customers
Kroger to Hire 10,000 Associates06/07/2021
Retailer to conduct 1st nationwide hybrid hiring event on June 10
Maker of Simulated Chicken Nuggets Raises $50M in Series B Funding06/07/2021
Round led by Alexis Ohanian’s Seven Seven Six to accelerate growth and product development
Checkout-Free Technology Provider Raises $39M06/07/2021
Grabango delivers seamless shopping experience that lets consumers skip checkout line
How Sprouts Farmers Market Plans to Conquer Florida06/07/2021
New Orlando DC to support 33 stores by end of 2021
Food Lion to Open Store in South Carolina 06/07/2021
Myrtle Beach location is banner's 2nd new supermarket in state in past 5 weeks
King Kullen Promotes 3 Executives06/07/2021
Great-granddaughter of founder among those elevated
Albertsons Extends Fetch Rewards App Across All Banners06/07/2021
Program extended after pilot netted gains and new shoppers
Dom’s Kitchen & Market Welcomes Shoppers in Chicago to New Food Emporium06/07/2021
Led by grocery industry veterans, the store focuses on fresh, local offerings and elevated experiences
H-E-B’s Plans Are Big in Texas 06/07/2021
Retailer breaks ground on 2 new stores in DFW area, announces an additional location