-
3 weeks ago | 
progressivegrocer.com | Lynn Petrak
Progressive Grocer talks with corporate affairs director about how grocery stores are the hub of the community in good and bad times The Harris Teeter in Hendersonville will reopen on June 10.
-
3 weeks ago | 
progressivegrocer.com | Lynn Petrak
3. Costco Leaders Get Candid About Tariffs and TechReader were keen to learn how Costco Wholesale Corp. is performing and pursuing additional growth, including its investments in technology. In its latest financial report released on May 29, the global club operator shared that it expects to add faster checkout systems and is working on digital membership cards to improve service to shoppers who are becoming accustomed to automation and speed.
-
3 weeks ago | 
progressivegrocer.com | Lynn Petrak
Delivery service doubles down on order ease across store types Amping up convenience, Grubub has launched multi-store ordering. Shoppers may be splintering their shopping, but service providers are bundling items back up to meet their e-comm needs. Grubhub is rolling out a multi-store ordering feature that enables customers to order items from two stores in a single-streamlined checkout experience.
-
3 weeks ago | 
progressivegrocer.com | Lynn Petrak
Discount grocer also kicks off annual Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation fundraiser To provide relief to shoppers weary of sticker shock, ALDI is reducing prices on more than 400 products this season. As temps climb higher, ALDI U.S. is going lower. In yet another summer marked by economic uncertainty, the discount grocer is lowering prices on more than 400 products. According to ALDI, the cuts affect nearly 25% of its selection across all stores.
-
3 weeks ago | 
progressivegrocer.com | Lynn Petrak
Company releases annual “A Lot of Good Report” summarizing results in key business areas Save A Lot's social impact report covers a lot of ground on its responsible-growth path. Save A Lot has released its corporate responsibility update recapping programs and results that exemplify its mission of making a positive impact for customers, communities, team members and retail partners.
-
3 weeks ago | 
progressivegrocer.com | Lynn Petrak
Florida-based grocer unveils newest store in Bluegrass State To celebrate its 95th anniversary, Publix handed out free commemorative tote bags to the first 95 customers in line. Three months after Publix Super Markets came to the Lexington, Ky., market with its first store, the grocer is welcoming shoppers to a second location. The store within the Fountains at Palomar development at 3855 Fountainblue Lane officially opened on June 4.
-
3 weeks ago | 
progressivegrocer.com | Lynn Petrak
Retailer teams up with health platform Homeward to expand accessibility to care and medication Meijer and Homeward are collaborating to help rural communities receive health care services. Midwest grocer Meijer, which has regularly launched programs and partnerships focused on optimizing health and wellness, announced another collaboration aimed at expanding access to quality health care.
-
3 weeks ago | 
progressivegrocer.com | Lynn Petrak
Themes of seasonality, affordable indulgences, “newstaliga” and value prevalent during IDDBA 2025 Dr. Bertram Böckel and Chef Manuel Yves Eckert of Erlenbacher, distributed in the U.S. by KLT Global, showcased trending desserts. New Orleans was a fitting backdrop for this year’s International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) show. For one thing, there was a lot of color, both on the show floor and in the color commentary offered by experts on the stage.
-
3 weeks ago | 
progressivegrocer.com | Lynn Petrak
Longtime dairy and CPG exec Patricia Stroup will oversee day-to-day operations Horizon Organic's new COO joins the company from Nestlé. Organic dairy company Horizon Organic, along with the Wallaby yogurt brand, announced that Patricia Stroup is taking on the role of chief operating officer. In this position, the longtime industry leader will work to strengthen supply chains, optimize performance and continue to meet consumer demands and interests.
-
4 weeks ago | 
progressivegrocer.com | Lynn Petrak
Warehouse operator reports stronger sales and comps for Q3 Costco CEO Ron Vachris said that the warehouse operator is looking at digital solutions for checkout. As Costco Wholesale Corp. shared the results of its recently concluded third quarter, the club operator also took the time to shed insights on the future. That future involves tech, as Costco disclosed in its earnings call that is investing in speedier checkouts, similar to ones that mass retailers like Sam’s Club are using.
