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Whole Foods Market opening its easternmost Long Island store in Holbrook
The new store marks Whole Foods Market’s eighth location on Long Island and its 532nd in the U.S.
Flashfood data reveals surge in demand for affordable meat and eggs
Early research finds each Flashfood store reduces county-level food insecurity by an average of 0.090 percentage points — reaching an estimated 146,000 people nationwide
Bealls appoints David Brown vice president of Stores
Brown will lead store operations across several regions nationwide, supporting the company’s continued growth and operational excellence.
H-E-B unveils plans for two projects in Garland
The roughly seven‑acre property will become home to North Texas’ fourth Joe V’s Smart Shop—H‑E‑B’s innovative, price‑focused format offering fresh, high‑quality products at low prices
Historic Supreme Court decision ends Trump’s tariffs
Chief Justice John Roberts, writing for the majority, stated that the IEEPA does not grant the president authority to impose tariffs. He was joined by three liberal justices and two conservatives, Neil Gorsuch and Amy Coney Barrett
Eagle Eye selected by Wakefern to power loyalty & personalization strategies across their retail network
Wakefern will deploy Eagle Eye’s MACH approved loyalty and personalization platform
Trader Joe's opening more locations
Last week, Trader Joe's announced six new stores planned for Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Kansas and Washington
Save A Lot shows biggest customer satisfaction gain in recent national study
Save A Lot’s score jumped 4% to 78, marking the biggest gain in the supermarket sector year over year
Islandia clears way for site of Trader Joe's distribution hub, retailer opens new location
The Islandia village board approved the design for the 922,084‑square‑foot facility in July
H-E-B buys land to develop a master-planned supply chain campus in North Texas
The project is part of a multi-phase plan to develop more than 600 acres in Cooke County
Rocco Cammarota wins Best Bagger Championship during NGA Show
Sponsored by PepsiCo, the competition took place during the second day of The NGA Show
NGA 2026: Specialty foods fuel growth as shoppers seek wellness and global flavors
Consumers are exploring global cuisines with unprecedented creativity
Walt Churchill’s Market honored with National Grocers Association’s Peter J. Larkin Award
The Peter J. Larkin Award for Community Service honors independent grocers who exemplify exceptional dedication to community engagement and service.
Women Grocers of America president Kristin Popp honored as WGA Woman of the Year
A grocery industry veteran of more than 25 years, Popp began her career at Wisconsin-based Woodman’s Food Markets
Independent grocers celebrate resilience, leadership, and community at the 2026 NGA Show
Industry executives, retailers, wholesalers, and partners gathered to reflect on a pivotal year for independent grocers and to prepare for the opportunities and challenges ahead