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Family-Owned Grocery Basket Marks 50 Years In Grenada, MS

by Shelby Team

What began with one man cutting meat in his future father-in-law’s store has grown into a multi-generational grocery company built on hospitality and quality in north-central Mississippi. Located at 1770 Commerce St. in Grenada, between Memphis and Jackson, Grocery Basket celebrated its 50th anniversary June 18 with a community celebration featuring company officials, employees, vendor […]

Posted inIndependent Store News, Featured News, Hugo's Family Marketplace, Midwest, News

Hugo’s HR Director Retires After Half-Century Of Service

by Shelby Team

Jeff Westrem has retired as human resources director at Hugo’s Family Marketplace after a 50-year career with the Grand Forks, North Dakota-based grocer. Hugo’s said Westrem is known for his approachable personality and willingness to help others. He started with Hugo’s in 1976 as a teenager doing grocery carryout. After earning a business administration degree […]

Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Featured News, Hy-Vee, Independent Store News, Midwest, News

Hy-Vee Adds 30-Minute Pickup, Delivery Chainwide

by Shelby Team

Hy-Vee has begun offering online orders in as fast as 30 minutes at all of its stores, giving shoppers a faster option for both in-store pickup and delivery. Customers select “Get it faster” during online checkout to use the 30-minute option. Delivery fee is $14.95; for a 30-minute pickup order, the fee is $9.95. For […]