Sheetz Targets Indiana with 100-Store Plan
Sheetz announced a ten‑year, 100‑store rollout in Indiana, backed by a near‑$1 billion investment that is expected to generate more than 3,000 long‑term jobs. The first locations will open in the greater Indianapolis area as early as next year, with site details to be released later. To support the expansion, the chain will open a new food‑preparation and distribution hub in Findlay, Ohio, strengthening its Midwest supply chain. The move extends Sheetz’s aggressive Midwest push that began with Ohio and recently added Michigan stores.
Albertsons Posts Q4 Results, Outlines Opioid Settlement and Dividend Hike
Albertsons reported Q4 net sales of $20.3 billion, up 7.9% year‑over‑year, with digital sales climbing 16% and loyalty members reaching 51.2 million. A $773.8 million charge for a nine‑year opioid settlement pushed the reported loss to $480.8 million, though adjusted earnings were $251.7 million and...
CRN and Radicle Science Announce 2026 Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award Nominations
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) and health‑tech firm Radicle Science have opened nominations for the 2026 Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award, recognizing leaders who advance scientific rigor, innovation, and advocacy in the dietary supplement and functional food sectors. Nominations close...
EXTRA Intros New SOURS by EXTRA Gum and Launches Cheworkout Sweepstakes with Dancer Hailey Bills
EXTRA Gum, a Mars brand, introduced SOURS by EXTRA, a new sweet‑and‑sour gum line available nationwide in Blue Raspberry and Strawberry. The launch is anchored by a social‑first partnership with TikTok dancer Hailey Bills, who fronts the #CheworkoutSweepstakes. Consumers can...
GIANT Announces Plans for New Ephrata Store
The GIANT Company announced plans for a new 39,000‑square‑foot grocery store in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, located at the intersection of W. Main Street/Route 322 and Hackman Road. The outlet will be the second GIANT location in the borough and part of a...
NRF: Tax Refunds Help Offset Gas Prices as Retail Sales Grow in March
U.S. retail sales grew 0.4% month‑over‑month and 6.59% year‑over‑year in March, according to the NRF‑CNBC Retail Monitor. The surge was driven by larger tax refunds—averaging $3,521, up 11.1% from a year earlier—that helped cushion higher gasoline prices. Core retail sales,...
Little Debbie Expands Donut Lineup with New Chocolate Old Fashioned Donuts
Little Debbie, America’s No. 1 snack cake brand, announced the launch of Chocolate Old Fashioned Donuts, expanding its donut portfolio. The treat is sold in a six‑pack “Big Pack” for families and a 3‑oz individually wrapped single‑serve for on‑the‑go snacking. The...
Pet Honesty Expands Retail Presence at Walmart Stores
Pet Honesty announced a nationwide expansion of its products into Walmart stores, raising its total U.S. retail footprint to almost 13,000 locations. The brand will feature a permanent in‑store display that highlights its clean‑label, science‑backed supplements for dogs and cats....
Dollar General Expands AI-Powered In-Store Audio Network
Dollar General is expanding its retail media footprint by launching an AI‑enabled in‑store audio network in roughly 6,000 stores, with a goal to reach 12,000 locations by Q2 2026. The system blends point‑of‑sale data, curated music and AI‑generated ads to deliver...
GIANT and MARTIN’S Feeding School Kids Initiative Raises $1.2M to Fight Food Insecurity in Local Schools
The GIANT Company and MARTIN’S launched a Feeding School Kids campaign that collected more than $1.2 million from customers between January and March, complemented by a $100,000 corporate match. The funds were distributed to ten public school districts in Pennsylvania, Virginia,...
Kraft Mac & Cheese Unveils Restaurant Edition
Kraft Heinz has introduced Kraft Mac & Cheese Restaurant Edition, a premium line that adds 30% more food per box and offers three upscale flavors—Parmesan Pesto, Romano Cacio e Pepe, and Monterey Jack Caramelized Onion. Each 9.5‑oz box sells for...
C-Store Operators Shift Focus From Fuel to In-Store Conversion
Convenience‑store operators are moving beyond fuel as the primary traffic driver, focusing instead on converting pump visits into higher‑margin in‑store sales. Analysts note that foodservice, beverages and ready‑to‑eat items now generate the bulk of profit and customer loyalty. Leaders such...
FMI Releases Statement on March CPI Food Price Numbers
The Food Industry Association (FMI) highlighted the March Consumer Price Index, showing a 0.2% month‑over‑month dip in food‑at‑home prices while overall grocery inflation remains 1.9% higher than a year ago. Core staples such as beef, poultry, fish, eggs, cereal, bakery...
Walmart Unveils Limited-Time The Devil Wears Prada Scoop Collection
Walmart has launched a limited‑time "The Devil Wears Prada" Scoop Collection, a fashion collaboration that blends the film’s iconic style with the retailer’s value proposition. The line, priced between $16 and $54, is available for pre‑order now and will ship...
Circana Report Shows What Drives CPG Growth in 2025
Circa’s 14th annual 2025 U.S. CPG Growth Leaders report examined over 700 manufacturers ranging from $100 million to $8 billion in sales. It found that growth is increasingly powered by consumer trust, value and relevance, with food‑beverage sales up 3% and non‑food...
