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Category: Independent Store News
H-E-B Reveals Plans For Larger Store In Ennis, Texas
The permitting process currently is underway, with construction expected to start in mid-2027 and completion by late 2028.
Marrazzo’s Market Begins New Chapter Under Shap Markets Umbrella
The store has operated for more than two decades at 1400 Parkway Avenue in Ewing.
Wakefern Marks 80 Years, Reports $21.5B In Retail Sales At Annual Meeting
The cooperative’s Chairman’s Award went to Larri Wolfson, a third-generation grocer and owner-operator of ShopRite of Lincoln Park.
Brookshire Brothers To Open New Lufkin, TX, Store Nov. 11
The store introduces the Pineywoods Pavilion, an outdoor event venue with capacity for up to 1,000 people.
WinCo Foods Opening New Store In Walla Walla, WA
The Boise-based grocer’s new store opens its doors today at 9 a.m.
Soelberg’s Market Celebrates Grand Opening Of New Grantsville, Utah, Store
In addition to the food store, the development features an Ace Hardware, a Birch Family Pharmacy and a Beans & Brews coffee shop.
Northgate Transforms La Habra Store Into Mercado González Format
The grocer turned one of its longest-standing neighborhood stores into a culinary and cultural destination inspired by a traditional Mexican mercado.
Alabama Grocers Association Honors 3 At Annual Luncheon
Jay Welborn of B&W Foods/Piggly Wiggly was named 2026 Retailer of the Year; Boyd West, Chris Woods also were honored.
Price Rite, Winn-Dixie, BJ’s Roll Out Thanksgiving Meal Deals
The latest offers range from complete meals for less than $3.90 per person to a free turkey with purchase.
Vallarta Holds Festive Opening For New Duarte, CA, Store
The store opened Oct. 21 in a former Best Buy location on Mountain Avenue.
Dollar Tree Marks 40th Year With $40M Commitment Along With 9,500th Store
Other giving news includes Hannaford’s campus pantry grants, a record Parker’s tournament and more.
Wegmans, Tops Participating In Prescription Drug Take Back Day Oct. 24
Tops offers the disposal bins year-round at nearly all its stores.
NGA Executive Conference Spotlights Consumer Trends, Independent Grocery’s Future
Mike Semmann of Wisconsin Grocers Association was honored with the Pinnacle PAC Award for outstanding advocacy.
Publix Opens Its Second Bradenton Store Of 2026
The new 50,325-square-foot Florida store is in SeaFlower Village Center on Cortez Road.
H-E-B, Spurs Tip Off Season With New Commercials, Exclusive Merch
The partnership has produced an annual commercial series for the past 22 years.
NGA Foundation Honors Dory With Inaugural Catalyst For Independence Award
Rudy Dory has invested in succession, sharing ownership of the business with his daughter, Lauren G.D. Redman.
Mackenthun’s Dylan Mackenthun Wins Minnesota’s 38th Best Bagger Contest
The winner earned $600, a trophy and a trip to Vegas to represent his state at the NGA Best Bagger Championship in February.
Buehler’s Fresh Foods To Acquire 3 Sander’s Stores In Ohio
The stores in Cadiz, Carrollton and Jefferson will bolster the grocer’s home state presence when the deal closes.
Trader Joe’s Opening Back-To-Back CA, UT Stores
An acquired Anaheim Hills location and ground-up West Jordan store will be open for the upcoming weekend.
