1+ day, 1+ hour ago  (1751+ words) If a retailer's back-to-school offers launch in August, it may be too late. By then, shoppers have already set their budgets, built lists and decided which brands they are willing to consider. The season may look most active in late…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (233+ words) The Western Association of Food Chains (WAFC) has announced the retirement of longtime Education Chairman Mike Hendry and the appointment of Levi Wingo as his successor. Hendry, who has served as WAFC education chairman since 2018, was recognized during the 2026 WAFC…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (347+ words) The National Confectioners Association (NCA) has appointed Carrie Abbott as VP of membership and business development. In the role, Abbott will lead the organization's efforts to grow member company engagement, strengthen industry partnerships and expand business opportunities across the confectionery…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (921+ words) H-E-B has announced the statewide winners for the 2026 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards during a ceremony May 4 at the Marriott Marquis Houston. H-E-B awarded $480, 000 in cash and grants to six teachers, two counselors, two principals, one early childhood facility, one…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (394+ words) Meijer is helping support West Michigan educators through its partnership with The Huntington National Bank's Ignite the Classroom initiative. The year-long professional development experience is designed to elevate instruction, boost student engagement and strengthen pathways to future career success. This…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (306+ words) The Kroger Co. has launched Pearl Street Academy, a career development and training platform designed to provide learning opportunities to associates across the Kroger Family of Companies. The platform centralizes leadership development, training courses and professional growth experiences. The goal…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (305+ words) Casey's has distributed more than $1. 3 million in Cash for Classrooms grants to 100 kindergarten-12th grade public and nonprofit private schools across its 17-state footprint. The annual program provides funding for physical improvements, classroom materials, teacher support and community engagement initiatives. The…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (359+ words) Finalists for H-E-B's 2026 Excellence in Education Awards include 50 Texas teachers, counselors and principals; five early childhood facilities; five public school boards; and eight school districts. The program awards cash prizes to educators who go above and beyond for their students…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (317+ words) NACS, the national association for convenience and fuel retailers, welcomed four new team members in recent weeks across fundraising, accounting, digital marketing and editorial roles. Ali Dunne joined the NACS Foundation on April 8 as director of fundraising and partnerships. She…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (267+ words) H-E-B raised $14, 000 for seven Central Texas public schools through its Passport Giveback Event at select stores in Williamson County, with H-E-B matching the funds generated by customers" to double the total impact. During the event, customers received an "H-E-B Passport…...