More than 200 Supermarket Executives Rally on Capitol Hill
Nearly 200 supermarket executives joined NGA, FMI, and FIAE on Capitol Hill to lobby for policies to help the grocery industry thrive.
Durbin Amendment Repeal Could Double Swipe Fees
Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee Jeb Hensarling (R-TX) is expected to officially introduce the so-called “Financial CHOICE Act” this week, undoing one of most important legislative victories independent grocers have had in the payments space in recent years.
Common-Sense is Key Ingredient for Menu Labeling Regs
In less than a month, a 400-page menu labeling rule is set to take effect, subjecting independent grocers to an onerous, one-size-fits all law that was originally intended to cover chain restaurants with standard menu items..
Wall Street Windfall
Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee Jeb Hensarling (R-TX) is set to introduce the Financial CHOICE Act in the coming weeks.
In the wake of the Louisiana flooding disaster
As many of you are aware by now, our friends in Louisiana have experienced what the Red Cross is calling the “worst natural disaster to strike the U.S. since Superstorm Sandy.” In an effort to assist those who have been affected by the severe storms and flooding in the state,
Helping Consumers Put Their “Best Fork Forward” During National Nutrition Month and Beyond
As we wrap up National Nutrition Month, an annual nutrition education and information campaign to help families make informed food choices, and develop healthy eating and physical activity routines, the month’s theme, “Put Your Best Fork Forward,” serves as an important reminder that every individual holds the tools to make
October Cybersecurity Month
October marks National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time to bring to light the potential threats of theft and fraud that both retailers and consumers face when they go online.
Wellness in the Workplace
Employees of Alex Lee, Lowes Foods and Merchants Distributors will now be able to personalize their fitness experience by selecting from a variety of classes – from boot camp to yoga – at local studios that best fit their needs and schedules. The employer-sponsored classes will be offered through Peerfit,
Grocers Optimism Shines Through at NGA Show
As I participated in the education sessions and walked the EXPO floor, I was struck by a sense of optimism that prevailed among those present at this year’s Show. This “can-do” spirit also shined through in the results of NGA’s national grocery shoppers survey that was conducted by Nielsen on
How Could A LIFO “Recapture Tax” Impact The Independent Supermarket Industry?
Sam’s Grocery Store, a single store, has been in business for 30 years and is a pillar of the community. The store has a $500,000 LIFO reserve. It has $10 […]
