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Trader Joe’s to Open 2 Stores This Week

Locations in Nevada and South Carolina join retailer’s expanding roster

Progressive Grocer Reveals This Year's GenNext Honorees

2024 class is ensuring the longevity of the grocery industry through their leadership

Kroger to Hire 25,000 Retail, E-Commerce and Health Care Employees

Retailer readies for upcoming holiday season and beyond

Publix SVP of Product Business Development to Retire

As Dave Bornmann plans to step away, grocer announces 2 promotions within his function

New Listeria Outbreak Hits Albertsons, H-E-B, Trader Joe’s and Many More

Ready-to-eat chicken ingredient was used by grocers across the U.S.

Consumers Easing Up on Inflation-Centric Habits: Report

Survey from Attest indicates that consumers are mindful but not just buying the least expensive items anymore

SpartanNash to Acquire Fresh Encounter

49-store regional chain will grow food solutions company’s retail footprint by 33%

Grabango Ceases Operations

Technology company couldn’t raise enough funds to stay in business

Natural Grocers Set to Open Relocated Store in Reno

New market to be revealed on Oct. 24

Procurant Price Watch for Retail Grocers

New module uses AI approach to empower buyers with enhanced price monitoring and actionable insights across fresh produce categories

Franklin Farms Island Style Pineapple Teriyaki Balls

Veggie-based item offers trending flavor profile

Libby’s Diced White Potatoes

Convenient item features spuds cultivated by U.S. farmers

Big Y: When Retailing Feels Like Family

A deep dive into how culture, innovation and hyperlocal assortments power growth at regional grocer

Digitizing the Store with the Consumer in Mind

4 Consumer Trends That Will Influence Food & Drink Industry in 2025

Mintel explores dualities of consumer behaviors and opportunities for brands and retailers next year and beyond

Foxtrot Café & Market Relaunches Digital Services

Newly revived retail brand returns to its roots as a delivery platform

Card Skimmer ID’d at Heinen’s Store in Ohio

Device was in place from July 25-27 and impacted 41 shoppers

7-Eleven Closing Hundreds of Stores, as Parent Company Restructures Business

Move comes amidst higher takeover bid by Alimentation Couche-Tard

Tractor Supply CFO Now on KeHE’s Board of Directors

Kurt Barton chosen for position after national candidate search

THE FRIDAY 5: Kroger Rests Its Case; Walmart, Sam's Club Put Tech to the Test

Fresh Thyme’s 2025 Midwest trend predictions also interested readers this week

Retailers, Suppliers Bullish on Future Private Label Growth

FMI research highlights expanding opportunities to increase the presence of own brands

National Co+op Grocers Gets 2 More Members

Org now comprises 165 operators with 240 storefronts across 39 states

R-290: Embracing the Benefits of Self-Contained Merchandisers with Sustainable Refrigerant

Progressive Grocer spoke with Robert Mullen, Global Specialty Product Leader at Hussmann, about how these regulations could drive innovation and enhance both environmental and business outcomes.

Save A Lot Rolls Out 1st-Ever Loyalty Program

Shoppers can earn “dots” to be redeemed for rewards

EDITOR'S NOTE: Shelter From the Storm

Grocery stores have always been sanctuaries, especially in times of disaster