Angelic Bakehouse Expands Distribution In Minneapolis

June 4, 2014 Angelic Bakehouse

With sprouted whole grain breads, buns and specialty items that are made using only non-GMO ingredients, pure U.S.A.-sourced honey, and no artificial sweeteners, fats or preservatives, Angelic Bakehouse is on trend with what health-conscious and mainstream consumers are looking for, and major Minneapolis retailers are taking notice.

Dollar General Celebrates Grand Opening Of Its 12th DC In Bethel, PA

This morning, nearly 1,000 Dollar General employees and their families, company executives and government officials celebrated the grand opening of the discount retailer’s 12th distribution center in Bethel, Pennsylvania. Located in Berks County, the distribution center represents a local investment of approximately $100 million and the creation of 500 local jobs.

Haggen To Close Grocery Stores In Arlington, Edmonds

The Haggen Food & Pharmacy in Arlington and the TOP Food & Drug store in Edmonds will be shut down within the next two months, the Bellingham-based Haggen announced.

Grocery Wars: Three Helpful Ingredients To Win Hispanic Shoppers

Hispanics have an appetite, and with an estimated purchasing power of $1.5 trillion by 2015, they are an important audience that grocery chains should not ignore.

Shelley Broader Named President & CEO Of Walmart EMEA Region

June 4, 2014 Walmart Canada

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. announced the promotion of Shelley Broader, currently president and CEO of Walmart Canada, to executive vice president, president and CEO of Walmart EMEA.  In her new role, Ms. Broader will lead Walmart's retail operations and oversee business development in Europe, the Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa and Canada and will report directly to David Cheesewright, president and CEO, Walmart International.