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March 14, 2016

Haggen agrees to sell remaining stores to Albertsons

Haggen said Friday it has accepted a bid from Albertsons to acquire 29 core stores in the Pacific Northwest.

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Can cereal return to morning glory?

Retailers rethink the cold cereal category, while some analysts see potential for a comeback. An SN Center Store news feature.

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United to acquire 7 stores

United Supermarkets, the Lubbock, Texas-based wholly owned subsidiary of Albertsons, said Friday it has entered into an agreement to purchase seven stores from Lawrence Brothers.

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Retailers offer gluten-free for all, but does everybody want it?

Consumer demand for gluten-free products has transformed supermarket shelves, but many retailers wonder if they can keep the momentum going. An SN Bakery news feature.

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Weis sales, earnings improve in 4Q

Weis Markets said improved assortments and promotions triggered a sales increase, and earnings improved on cost controls during the fiscal fourth quarter.

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Topco recognizes member-owners for sales growth

Topco Associates recently recognized some of its member-owners — Hy-Vee, Weis and State Bros. among them — and for their performance at its annual membership conference.

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The New Consumer: How to make the meat case appeal to Millennials

There’s no denying the growth of Millennial buying power, but the meat department may have to work a little harder to attract those dollars.

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Phil's Food Reviews: 5 new products

This week Phil reviews Crush Cubes Garlic Herb Butter Cubes, Sandwich Bros Flatbread Pocket Sandwiches Angus Cheeseburgers, Vixen Kitchen Paleo Vegan Gelato Midnight Mint, Screamin' Sicilian Pizza Company Supremus Maximus, SeaPak Shrimp & Veggie Griller Shrimp, sliced bell peppers, and onions in a seasoning blend.

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SN WHOLE HEALTH SURVEY

Taking a bigger bite in health and wellness
Pushed by demanding consumers and buoyed by expanded selections, food retailers are serving the wellness customer better than ever. Jon Springer analyzes the results of this year's SN Whole Health Survey.


SN PHOTO GALLERIES

Wegmans in foodservice
Celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, Wegmans Food Markets can point to many reasons for its century of success — not the least of which is its renowned lineup of prepared foods and restaurant meals.

Bashas' opens remodeled Food City
Bashas’ opened a remodeled Food City in Tucson, Ariz., earlier this month — a 42,000-square-foot store featuring hanging pinatas and bright wall decor in keeping with the stores’ Hispanic focus.

The 2016 NGA Show in pictures
Members and guests of The National Grocers Association gathered in record-breaking fashion for the annual NGA Show in Las Vegas.

Store tour: Roundy's new Metro Market
Roundy’s opened its newest 90,000-square-foot Metro Market location, which is geared toward Millennials, in Shorewood, Wis., earlier this month.