Grocery stores informed by USDA: No exclusive discounts for SNAP recipients
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) emailed grocery stores, instructing them not to provide discounts to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients during the ongoing government shutdown. This email came to light when MSNBC’s Katherine Rampel shared it on social media on Sunday. David Cutler, Vice President of the National Grocers Association (NGA), confirmed […]
City-operated grocery stores are failing, Antifa is very much a reality and more opinions
Iconoclasts: Antifa is all too real Some Democratic figures, like Rep. Dan Goldman from New York and late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, claim that Antifa isn’t a real organization. However, as Jonathan Turley points out, there are groups identifying as Antifa that recently put out a hit list targeting the leader of Turning Point USA, leading […]
Shoppers can exchange pennies for gift cards at a grocery store available in five states.
Small grocery chains in the Ohio Valley are on the lookout for your spare change and are willing to pay a premium for it. This Saturday, November 1st, from 11 AM to 4 PM, Giant Eagle stores across the country are hosting Penny Exchange Days. Customers can bring in their pennies and exchange them for […]
Grocery prices are highest for shoppers in Detroit
According to a recent analysis, Americans in certain cities are spending almost four times more of their income on groceries compared to others. The biggest impact is felt by households located mainly in the Midwest and South. Detroit tops the list, with residents devoting approximately 3.8% of their income to groceries, followed by Cleveland and […]
A group of armed shoplifters is striking fear in NYC supermarkets, and grocery store owners claim the NYPD is overlooking the chaos.
A group of shoplifters armed with knives has been creating chaos at a supermarket in New York City, stealing merchandise worth hundreds of thousands of dollars, while owners claim police are not adequately addressing the situation, according to reports. Since July, this gang of five has targeted numerous stores, quickly filling their backpacks with high-priced […]
Sales of Hamburger Helper increase by 14.5% due to rising grocery prices.
As food prices increase and Americans feel uncertain about their financial situation, shoppers are turning to familiar, budget-friendly meals. Eagle Foods, based in Cleveland, Ohio, reported a 14.5% rise in sales for Hamburger Helper in August compared to the previous year. Since its introduction in 1971, Hamburger Helper has remained a popular choice for those […]
Boston explores the idea of publicly owned grocery stores following Atlanta’s success
Boston officials are currently weighing the possibility of establishing government-run grocery stores to improve access to fresh and affordable food. This concept is also gaining support in New York City. Following a public hearing earlier this month, city council members have decided to investigate how other cities are successfully implementing municipal markets to address food […]
Public grocery store in Atlanta may set an example for other cities
Atlanta’s Government-Run Grocery Store: A Potential Model or a Cautionary Tale? The impact of Atlanta’s city-operated grocery stores is still unfolding. As food prices surge and affordable options dwindle across the nation, this initiative seeks to determine how far local governments can go in addressing these challenges. Azalea Fresh Market, Atlanta’s first government-run grocery store, […]
Saul Zabar of the Upper West Side grocery store passes away from a brain bleed.
Saul Zabal, Iconic Grocery Store Owner, Passes Away at 97 Saul Zabal, a prominent figure in the Upper West Side grocery scene for over 70 years, died on Tuesday at the age of 97. Zabal had been hospitalized due to a cerebral hemorrhage prior to his passing, according to reports. “A true New York legend,” […]
Dietitian reveals grocery store fruits as natural sleep aids
If getting a good night’s sleep feels elusive, a trip to the grocery store might be in order—particularly to the fruit aisle. Certain fruits that are rich in natural hormones and minerals could actually help you doze off. Kendall McIntosh, a licensed dietitian, mentions that these fruits are high in melatonin and antioxidants, which assist […]