Meijer has donated $200,000 to the 2026 Harvest for Hunger Campaign, an annual springtime effort that assists four local food banks across 21 counties in Northeast Ohio. The donation will support the Akron‑Canton Regional Foodbank, the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley, and Second Harvest Food Bank of North […]
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Balls Food Stores Converts Former Schulte’s To Hen House Market
Balls Food Stores held a grand opening celebration May 15 at 1904 Southwest Blvd. in Jefferson City, Missouri – marking the next chapter for the former Schulte’s Fresh Foods location. The event featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony, family activities, complimentary food offerings and community festivities celebrating the store’s transition into the Hen House Market family. The […]
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Dierbergs Lakeview Store Named ‘Best Of The Lake 2026’
Dierbergs Markets has shared that its store at the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri has been named a “Best of the Lake 2026” winner by Lake Lifestyles Magazine. The award was presented May 7 during the Best of the Lake celebration honoring standout businesses selected by residents of the region through a multi-phase voting […]
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Coca-Cola Cons. To Invest $35M In Manufacturing Facility In Indianapolis, IN
Coca-Cola Cons. is investing $35 million to add a new bottle production line to its Indianapolis facility, specifically for bottling beverages in glass bottles. Construction is anticipated to begin in late 2026. The expansion is expected to create 15 to 20 new full-time jobs and initiate additional economic activity through construction, suppliers, and local services. […]
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Hornbacher’s Marks 75 Years In ND’s Red River Valley
Hornbacher’s marked its 75th anniversary April 21 with a celebration honoring its roots in North Dakota’s Red River Valley and commitment to supporting communities, producers and organizations. The event featured a ribbon cutting, live entertainment and product samples. Since its founding in 1951, Hornbacher’s has been connected to the communities it serves. That commitment continues […]
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Rise Baking Co. Names Testa As Chief Commercial Officer
Rise Baking Co. has appointed Sarah Testa as chief commercial officer, leading its end-to-end commercial organization, setting strategic direction, driving market share growth and advancing initiatives that support long-term performance and a best-in-class customer experience. The announcement reflects Rise Baking Co.’s commitment to strengthening its customer partnerships as a leader in the bakery industry. Testa […]
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Meijer Opens Stores In 3 MW States
Meijer opened three new stores May 6, expanding its presence in Michigan, Indiana and Ohio with a mix of supercenter and grocery formats. The openings include a new Meijer Grocery store in Rochester Hills, Michigan; and new supercenters in Brownsburg, Indiana, and Bainbridge Township, Ohio. The Rochester Hills location is the retailer’s fourth Meijer Grocery […]
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FreshEdge Announces Passing Of Produce Leader Larry Brown
Produce industry veteran Larry Brown, VP of sales at FreshEdge, died April 30 in Orlando, Florida, surrounded by his family. According to the company, Brown dedicated most of his professional career to the fresh produce business. He was a mentor, leader and friend to many in the industry and an always present face when the […]