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COVID-19 ups the ante in the race for convenience

COVID-19 is accelerating the trend toward frictionless shopping. Innovators are turning to RFID.

By Julie Vargas, Avery Dennison Intelligent Labels • May 27, 2020

Schnucks developing natural food concept

The grocer will open its first EatWell location in Columbia, Missouri, this summer, where it has had a presence for 50 years.

By Jessica Dumont • May 22, 2020

Aldi CEO promises to keep prices low

In a letter to customers, Jason Hart said the discounter is committed to offering affordable groceries as retailers see costs spike.

By Jessica Dumont • May 18, 2020

Hy-Vee teams up with DSW to sell shoes

The Midwestern grocer eventually plans to add shoe shops inside its stores, but will launch the partnership with a DSW "digital experience" through its website.

By Jessica Dumont • April 16, 2020

John Legend launches shuttle service in Ohio food desert

The singer has partnered with city officials of Springfield, Ohio, to provide residents of the south side transportation to the nearest Kroger.

By Krishna Thakker • March 06, 2020

Kroger shutters Fresh Eats MKT concept

The convenience store fresh format debuted in 2017 but never got off the ground. Both stores in Columbus, Ohio, will close on Wednesday.

By Jessica Dumont • March 04, 2020

Deep Dive

Specialty grocers aren't looking so special anymore

On the heels of three rapid-fire bankruptcies, experts say companies need to take a hard look at their positioning in the marketplace and realize the days of blazing nationwide growth may be over.

By Jessica Dumont • March 02, 2020

Column

Pardon the Disruption: From Go Grocery to micro-fulfillment, Amazon is flexing its muscles in food retail

Grocery retailers are getting a clearer look at the ecosystem the company is building to attack the $800 billion industry. Will it work?

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 28, 2020

7-Eleven opens more grocery and meal-focused test stores

Following a successful kickoff in Dallas, the chain's Evolution Store concept has opened in Washington, D.C., and will expand to San Diego and other locations in the coming months.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 27, 2020

Amazon unveils new grocery brand in Seattle

Grocery Dive got an inside look at Amazon Go Grocery, the e-tailer's newest store that harnesses checkout-free technology across a full assortment of 5,000 products, from fresh produce to daily bakery selections.

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 25, 2020

Hy-Vee to convert 4 c-stores to Fast & Fresh Express in Iowa

The grocer will rebrand the former QuikTrip locations to a scaled-down version of its Fast & Fresh concept. 

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 21, 2020

Traveling grocer set to pop up in L.A.

New York-based Pop Up Grocer aims to introduce shoppers to innovative natural brands in a fun, inviting atmosphere.

By Jessica Dumont • Feb. 03, 2020

Hy-Vee to open 6 more Dollar Fresh stores

The rural stores will open by late summer and feature special discount sections, prepared foods and service departments.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 28, 2020

A look inside Ahold Delhaize's 24/7 frictionless store

The 150-square-foot display location at NRF showcased the technology that the grocer says rivals Amazon Go.

By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 14, 2020

Martin's shutters Portage Meat & Market

The store, which was converted from a traditional Martin's Super Market format, will close on Jan. 25 after two years of operation.

By Lauren Stine • Jan. 10, 2020

Loop integrates 'NanoStore' template for its 1st cashierless format

The convenience store partnered with tech company AiFi on an autonomous location at a Shell gas station in Silicon Valley that will open this month.

By Krishna Thakker • Jan. 07, 2020

Specialty grocer Green Aisle to close up shop

The Philadelphia-based company, owned by renowned foodies, operated two small grocery stores focused on organic and local products.

By Jessica Dumont • Jan. 02, 2020

Jungle Jim's adds new bourbon bar and event space

The Oscar Station, opening later this month behind the company's store in Fairfield, Ohio, will feature more than 40 bourbons. 

By Jennifer Sweeney • Jan. 01, 2020

Publix's GreenWise comes full circle in Florida

The grocer has opened two new stores in Lakeland and Boca Raton, and has transitioned a prototype GreenWise location to its legacy brand.

By Lauren Stine • Dec. 16, 2019

Hy-Vee's new format steels it against discounters and Walmart

Dollar Fresh offers steeply discounted products as well as a range of perishable goods, full-service meat and pharmacy.

By Jeff Wells • Dec. 12, 2019

Dive Awards

Alternative Format of the Year: Giant Heirloom Market

Giant Food Stores's fresh-focused banner is a hit in Philadelphia and a leading example of grocers' shift into smaller stores.

By Jessica Dumont • Dec. 09, 2019

Local grocery concept debuts in Denver

Leevers Locavore, which opened its first store in the heart of the city, combines a grocery store with a food hall and focuses on locally sourced products.

By Jennifer Sweeney • Dec. 02, 2019

Ahold Delhaize's 'NanoStore' heads to the airport

The retailer's Albert Heijn grocery chain has planted its 150-square-foot, Amazon Go-like store at Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport through January.

By Krishna Thakker • Nov. 27, 2019

Sedano's debuts new look at 35th Florida store

The Hispanic grocer will host a grand opening Wednesday complete with giveaways and cooking demonstrations to show off its in-store dining, hot food station and sandwich bar. 

By Jessica Dumont • Nov. 05, 2019

Giant's third Heirloom Market taps into a top trend

A below-level hangout featuring a wide assortment of drinks and games underscores grocers' desire to elevate the in-store bar concept.

By Krishna Thakker • Oct. 25, 2019