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Hy-Vee expands private brand portfolio with ‘Nothing But The Truth’
Dietitian-developed line targets growing demand for better-for-you foods with clean labels and accessible pricing.
April Showers to launch ‘Magic Makers’ entrepreneur talk show on AfroLandTV
The new series, which debuted on January 19, spotlights founders behind consumer brands that have scaled into national retail distribution.
Southeastern Grocers rebrands as The Winn-Dixie Company
“This is a defining moment, more than a name change. It proudly declares who we are and where we’re headed,” said Anthony Hucker, chairman and CEO of The Winn-Dixie Company.
Doug McMillon receives MMR Lifetime Achievement Award
From the moment he took the reins at Walmart in 2014, he made it clear that change would be urgent and relentless.
Joel Rampoldt steps down as Lidl CEO
The leadership change comes as Lidl continues to struggle to gain consistent traction in the highly competitive U.S. grocery market.
Ulta Beauty is Specialty Retailer of the Year
‘We are intensely focused on strengthening and modernizing our full low-to-luxury assortment.’
Pops Mart sells c-store business in multi-buyer deal
As part of the deal, Sunoco acquired 36 of Pops Mart’s 54 convenience stores
Rainbow Light® Women’s One™ and Men’s One™ are the #1 multivitamin caplets on TikTok
This milestone underscores Rainbow Light’s continued relevance in today’s wellness landscape.
Dollar General is Mass Retailer of the Year
The foundation of the retailer’s resurgence lies in the unglamorous but essential work of fixing stores, cleaning aisles and ensuring shelves are stocked.
NeoCell® is now the #1 collagen powder on TikTok
Rising consumer demand, viral LIVE engagement, and thousands of five-star reviews across digital platforms have propelled NeoCell to the top.
Save A Lot announces 2025 Hometown Heroes, 2026 nominations open
In 2025, Save A Lot recognized 21 Hometown Heroes and awarded $10,500 in Save A Lot gift cards
Inmar Intelligence debuts digital coupons program for c-store retailers
The initiative introduces digital coupons to retail segments lacking them, helping convenience stores boost loyalty, increase basket size, and offer extra value to shoppers.
Weigel’s rolls out MyWeigel’s Pay
The new payment option reduces pump friction by enabling faster pay-at-the-pump and easier account management.
Aldi is the Grocer of the Year
The retailer is reinforcing its role as a leading player in the evolving grocery landscape
Sprouts Farmers Market named Specialty Grocer of the Year
The retailer is one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing specialty retailers of fresh, natural, and organic foods