Spartan Evaluates Discount Banner
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — While the Valu Land discount chain is still officially in the testing phase, parent company Spartan Stores here said Thursday that it has now opened enough … Continue Reading →
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Kroger Switches DC to Penske
WEST SHELBYVILLE, Ind. — Kroger Co. has turned over the operations and management of its refrigerated distribution center here to Penske Logistics, the provider said. read more Supermarket News
Bill Defines Full-Time as 40 Hours for ACA
WASHINGTON — U.S. Rep. Dan Lipinski, D-Ill., on Friday introduced a bill that would define full-time workers for the purposes of the employer mandate in the Affordable Care Act as … Continue Reading →
FDA Defines ‘Gluten-Free’
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday published a new regulation defining the term “gluten-free” for voluntary food labeling. read more Supermarket News
Ingles Refinancing Triggers Q3 Loss
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Saying the consumer was “feeling better,” Ingles Markets saw an increase in sales and margins in the third quarter, but charges associated with the early extinguishment of … Continue Reading →
Harris Teeter Posts Q3 Sales, Profit Gains
MATTHEWS, N.C. — Harris Teeter Supermarkets here on Thursday said the timing of both the Easter and July 4 holidays impacted its sales for the third quarter, although profits nearly … Continue Reading →
Haggen Sets 2 More Store Closings
BELLINGHAM, Wash. — Haggen Inc. here said it will close two stores in mid-September — following three other closings earlier this year — to focus on building the Haggen Northwest … Continue Reading →
Wal-Mart, Aldi Face Off Against Established Minneapolis Retailers [With Map]
If variety is the spice of life, then consider Minneapolis well-seasoned. SN Social read more Supermarket News
Ahold Taps Jewel Veteran as SVP
CARLISLE, Pa. — Ahold USA here said Thursday it has named Nick Bertram senior vice president of store strategy and execution. read more Supermarket News
United, Acosta Team to Help the MDA
LUBBOCK, Texas – United Supermarkets, Acosta Marketing and select suppliers have teamed to help fight neuromuscular disease through the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s Aisles of Smiles promotion. read more Supermarket News