Hy-Vee expands in Wisconsin
Hy-Vee expands in Wisconsin by acquiring County Market and Circle K in Wausau. County Market closes on November 11 and reopens as Hy-Vee; Circle K becomes Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh.
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Instacart Unveils First End-to-End Retail Media Integration on TikTok
Select CPG advertisers can now access Instacart’s first-party retail media data, all within TikTok.
Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation awards over $2.6 million in grants
Support benefits 120 feeding partners to nourish neighbors experiencing childhood hunger.
September retail sales slip, but growth remains strong
NRF’s Matthew Shay says shoppers are taking a breather after back-to-school spending, though overall retail growth remains “robust”.
Natural Grocers unveils organic tortillas
Customers can choose from a range of sizes, from soft taco to burrito, and styles including yellow corn, whole wheat and white flour.
The NGA Show unveils Fresh Pitches: A dynamic new networking experience for independent grocers
Retailers and suppliers will rotate through a series of timed sessions, creating an efficient way to discuss new products, services, and partnerships.
SPAR Group strengthens leadership team
SPAR Group, Inc. has appointed retail technology veteran Josh Jewett as Chief Technology Officer.
Sam’s Club adds same-day refrigerated prescription delivery
The new service underscores the club’s growing role in retail healthcare and its competitive value for Plus Members.
NRF and Georgetown McDonough launch NRF Business of Retail Initiative
The initiative will establish the first National Retail Federation Chair in Retail Studies, the NRF Summit, and two NRF MBA Fellows, as well as research grants to shape the future of retail.
CVS Health opens new Workforce Innovation and Talent Center in Fort Worth
In collaboration with Fort Worth Housing Solutions, the center offers no-cost training to Fort Worth’s future healthcare workforce.
FMI report shows grocery stores’ expanding role in convenient, affordable dining
Report shows consumers seek foodservice options for lunch and late afternoon.
Costco Pharmacy to offer Ozempic and Wegovy for $499 a month
Costco is leveraging its scale and membership model to compete in a growing consumer health segment.
Grocery TV surpasses 6,500 stores, unveils new brand identity
Grocery TV has streamlined its process to launch in approximately six weeks, fulfilling retailers’ need for quick deployment without compromising the customer experience.
Dollar Tree announces new distribution center in Litchfield Park
The distribution center is anticipated to create 400 jobs in the community.
Burlington refashions off-price shopping experience
'Endless sea of racks’ gives way to a more welcoming layout.
Rite Aid shutters all remaining stores
Founded in 1962, Rite Aid became a household name and was widely recognized for its popular Thrifty ice cream brand, which was sold during bankruptcy proceedings.