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    Ahold Delhaize USA debuts employee app

    ADUSA Connect provides the grocer’s staff with key resources and an “internal social wall” where colleagues can make posts and interact.

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    The hidden risks of “false loads” in modern refrigeration systems

    False loads promise simplicity but often create instability, inefficiency and hidden costs. Discover why real load commissioning delivers better outcomes.

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    Grocers focus on steep discounts for Easter

    Several major retailers are offering deals and recipes to help make it easier for consumers to plan their festivities.

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    BJ’s taps former Sam’s Club exec as chief merchandising officer

    Stephanie Reibling brings nearly five years of experience at the rival club retailer to the role.

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    The Friday Checkout: Can Raley’s still become a super-regional grocer?

    Mike Teel, whose first stint as Raley’s CEO came nearly 30 years ago, will look to provide a spark for a company that’s recently struggled to grow.

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    Albertsons on its ChatGPT ads test and push for retail media transparency

    Liz Roche, VP of media and measurement at Albertsons Media Collective, discussed the strategic thinking behind its AI experiment.

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    More than a Store: 4 ways grocers can do more with merch

    Trader Joe’s tote bags are going viral, again. But it isn’t the only grocer capitalizing on logo-bearing goods to fuel consumer loyalty. 

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    UNFI names first chief digital services officer

    The appointment of Alexis Josephs comes as the company focuses on growing its suite of services for retailers and suppliers.

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    10 top grocery executive changes in March

    Ahold Delhaize USA said its CEO will leave in June, Raley’s CEO departed abruptly and Heritage Grocers brought on a chief executive after going without one since last July.

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    Sprouts’ CEO says the chain needs to be a better ‘value’ for shoppers

    “It’s not so much about price investments. It’s about bringing real clarity to the products that we’re launching,” Jack Sinclair said during an event. 

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    Trader Joe’s unveils plans for 8 more stores

    So far this year, the specialty grocer has announced plans for 17 new stores and opened two.

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    SpartanNash zips along with store renovations

    The grocery company has debuted improvements to multiple supermarkets following its acquisition last year by C&S Wholesale Grocers.

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    Raley’s CEO departs after 11 years with the grocer

    Keith Knopf, who served as chief executive since 2018, has handed the reins to Mike Teel, the grocer’s owner and chairman.

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    Aldi revamps website and mobile app

    The upgrade marks another milestone in the discounter’s ambitious 2026 growth plans.

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    Homeland to close 4 stores, consolidate others

    The Midwest grocer said the move, which also includes putting an undisclosed number of locations up for sale, will help to build a stronger foundation for the future.

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    The Friday Checkout: Will Dollar General’s new CEO make it more of a grocery destination?

    With its appointment of a top Ahold Delhaize executive, the discounter is entrusting its future to a leader with decades of experience in the supermarket industry.

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    Fareway breaks ground on distribution center expansion

    The Midwestern grocery chain expects the 105,000-square-foot freezer building expansion to help it better serve its stores in addition to laying the foundation for future investments in automation.

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    Walmart brings Sparky to ChatGPT as OpenAI rethinks Instant Checkout

    OpenAI is pivoting away from handling purchases after its initial efforts failed to provide enough flexibility.

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    Number Sense: Can Target succeed by positioning itself as a specialty grocer?

    The retailer is planning this year to direct more than $1 billion in capital spending — a fifth of its entire capital budget for 2026 — to its food and beverage business.

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    Natural Grocers to staff all stores with health coaches

    The coaches, who provide free nutrition education and personalized guidance, will soon be available at all 169 store locations.

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    Kroger to spend $112M on store projects in Ohio

    The grocer plans to open two stores and remodel 15 in the central and northwest parts of the state in 2026.

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    3 key Ahold Delhaize USA accomplishments under JJ Fleeman

    From tapping his omnichannel expertise to continuing the task of righting Stop & Shop’s course, here’s what defined Fleeman’s time as CEO.

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    Giant Eagle’s loyalty program now accepted at Circle K stores in Ohio

    Effective March 24, customers in the Buckeye State can choose between Couche-Tard’s Inner Circle rewards or myPerks while filling up on gas.

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    AWG invests $110M to modernize distribution center

    The wholesaler is renovating its Gulf Coast facility with advanced automation to improve order accuracy and service reliability.

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    Stop & Shop woos shoppers with expanded, cheaper hot bar assortment

    The Ahold Delhaize-owned grocer is bringing new dinner foods to the self-service stations in addition to lowering the price by $1 per pound.

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    Ahold Delhaize USA CEO to depart

    JJ Fleeman, who spent more than three decades at the grocery company, is joining Dollar General as the retailer’s new CEO, effective January 2027.

    Updated March 24, 2026