Costco commits $25M to Black Economic Development Fund

The investment fund supports Black-led financial institutions and community development efforts and is planning to make its first investment in the fourth quarter.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 31, 2020

Fresh Thyme drops 'Farmers' in new logo

The grocer said an ad campaign will launch this Sunday to support the rebrand.

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 28, 2020

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Dollar stores get another boost from pandemic shopping habits in Q2

Dollar General plans to expand DG Fresh to 14,000 stores by the end of 2020, while rival Family Dollar saw higher spending on its food and consumables. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 28, 2020

Instacart sued by DC attorney general for alleged 'deceptive' fees

The company denies the complaint's claim that its optional service fee tricked customers into believing it was used to tip delivery workers when it went to operations instead.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 28, 2020

Inside the store: Giant Food's new location in Fairfax, Virginia

The 53,000-square-foot supermarket places a premium on fresh and prepared foods, and features energy-efficient lighting, a Starbucks and made-to-order meals. 

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 27, 2020

H-E-B's food hall at Austin, Texas, store to offer takeout and delivery

The space will feature a full-service bar and five restaurants with limited capacity dine-in. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 27, 2020

Amazon Fresh opens first grocery store, mixing smart tech with traditional offerings

Access to the long-awaited conventional supermarket in California will initially be limited to invited customers, with an opening to the public set for an unannounced date.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 27, 2020

Hy-Vee offers free COVID-19 testing

The grocer is one of a handful of food retailers providing the service to customers. It will be available at 11 stores across its eight-state region.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 27, 2020

Fareway announces second round of bonuses

Hourly employees who have worked in July or August will receive up to $500 each on Sept. 4.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 26, 2020

Consumer worries over COVID-19 head back up, report says

The Dunnhumby survey also reveals that despite rising concerns, 45% of consumers are satisfied with online grocery shopping, a 27% jump since June. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 25, 2020

Lidl to open 50 new US locations by 2021

The German discount grocer plans to spend more than $500 million on its expansion effort, which will bring its store fleet to more than 150.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 25, 2020

Publix continues in-hospital pharmacy expansion in Florida

The grocer will provide Juniper Medical Center with services and prescriptions found in traditional pharmacies, as well as those that treat cancers like carcinomas and leukemias. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 25, 2020

Foxtrot Market's new brand campaign spotlights delivery via app

The small-format grocer’s “Good Stuff Delivered” initiative focuses on bringing the fun back into grocery shopping, while highlighting its e-commerce technology. 

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 25, 2020

BJ's now offers grocery pickup at all locations

The rollout of fresh and frozen goods at the company's 219 clubs follows the introduction of its curbside service in August.

By Sam Silverstein • Updated Oct. 30, 2020

Owner of Kings Food Markets and Balducci's files for bankruptcy

New Jersey-based KB US Holdings accepted a $75 million stalking horse bid and expects to maintain normal operations.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 24, 2020

The Giant Company completes rebranding process with new marketing platform

"For Today's Table" will roll out across store properties and spearheads a variety of changes the grocer is making to assortment, online offerings, social media strategy and more. "We're betting the farm on families," CEO Nicholas Bertram said.

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 24, 2020

Kroger Health expands COVID-19 testing to all clinic locations

Testing is by appointment only and is provided to symptomatic and asymptomatic patients after they complete a free online screening tool. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 24, 2020

Instacart boosts security for shoppers after breach

Employees of a third-party vendor reviewed more shopper profiles than required, accessing names, emails, phone numbers and driver's license numbers. 

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 24, 2020

DoorDash adds grocery delivery to its app as last-mile battle intensifies

The expansion into the booming space by another major firm signals a promotional war to come and increasing pressure on incumbent Instacart. 

By Jeff Wells • Aug. 21, 2020

The Fresh Market serves up fine dining

The grocer is launching a line of premium meal solutions called Ultimate Dinner Meals, which feed six people and retail for $149.99.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 21, 2020

Instacart to offer free COVID-19 screenings to shoppers

Following a pilot earlier this summer, the company will make consultations available through a partnership with Doctor on Demand.

By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 20, 2020

FreshDirect expands capacity to meet suburban demand

Sales growth to suburban markets in New York, Connecticut and New Jersey is outpacing urban markets, according to the online grocer's operations chief.

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 20, 2020

Save Mart extends use of AI-based pricing tool

The California grocery chain employs a machine-learning system from Revionics to predict the impact of pricing changes on its profits.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 20, 2020

Food waste coalition launches with 14 manufacturers and retailers

The group, whose members include Walmart and Ahold Delhaize, aims to cut global food loss per capita in half by 2025.

By Lillianna Byington • Aug. 20, 2020

Shipt drops membership requirement nationwide

Customers of the grocery delivery service can now pay for individual or multiple orders without having to purchase a $99 annual membership.

By Sam Silverstein • Aug. 20, 2020