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Apr 22, 2019Retail awards recognize sales growth, great customer service and community involvement
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer Hudsonville Store Director Henry Samaniego is among 10 finalists for the 2019 Food Marketing Institute’s Store Manager Awards. The prestigious retail award...
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Apr 15, 2019Retailer cites "a strong year in 2018" for the one-time gift to celebrate success
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – In 2018, the Meijer Simply Give program set a record with donations of more than $8.5 million – the equivalent of 4.5 million gallons of milk – to Midwestern food...
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Apr 11, 2019Tournament partners with 30+ local businesses throughout tournament week
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – From printing and parking services to floral arrangements and fences, the 2019 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will partner with more than 30 local businesses...
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Apr 1, 2019Retailer confirms May 14 will be first day of business for Avon, Mentor and Stow stores
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Since announcing expansion into Northeast Ohio in 2017, Meijer now has confirmed the opening date for three new supercenters. The family-owned retailer will open its Avon,...
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Mar 21, 2019Proceeds from the tournament will help #OutDriveHunger by benefitting Simply Give
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Tickets to two of the summer’s hottest events – the 2019 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give and its three-day food event, Grand Taste – are now available online. The...
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Mar 19, 2019Tournament is committed providing the "Best Fan Experience"
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The 2018 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give was recently awarded the “Best Fan Experience” by the LPGA Tour. To build upon that momentum and provide an even greater...
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Mar 19, 2019Retailer's 2018 ad campaigns lauded by West Michigan's advertising community
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer announced today that its marketing team won four awards at the American Advertising Federation (AAF) of West Michigan’s annual ADDY® Awards ceremony. The...
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Mar 13, 20193:14 holiday continues to grow in popularity; Meijer expects to move more than 10k
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Whether you choose to spend National Pi Day celebrating Albert Einstein’s birthday or reveling in the discovery of a fundamentally groundbreaking equation in mathematics,...
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Mar 12, 2019Retailer enhances innovative shopping technology to help speed up checkout
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer continues the roll out of Shop & Scan, a mobile shopping checkout program, at 23 stores in Chicago and Northwest Indiana following success in Michigan test markets....
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Mar 5, 2019Tournament opens volunteer registration with "Refer a Friend" program
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Meijer LGPA Classic for Simply Give is looking for more volunteers than ever to support its tournament that was recently named the Best Family Experience on the LPGA Tour.
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Mar 4, 2019Deemed a Midwestern favorite; demand for the Polish pastry continues to grow
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer revealed today that is expects to move one million paczkis ahead of the Mardi Gras holiday, otherwise known as Fat Tuesday. A paczki (pronounced “pownch-key”),...
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Mar 1, 2019
Northern Michigan University and Meijer representatives today participated in a dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Meijer Student-Athlete Fueling Station in the NMU Superior Dome....
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Feb 26, 2019Registration is now open to run #forehunger during the sixth annual event
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Meijer LPGA Classic 5k Run & Walk presented by Kellogg’s® will return for tournament week as an official 5k, giving runners the opportunity to use their times to...
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Feb 19, 2019Retailer installs secure, in-store kiosks for customers to safely dispose of unused or expired medications
Click the link to view a multimedia version of this announcement: https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8497051-meijer-consumer-drug-take-back-program/ GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer announced...
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Feb 14, 2019First new businesses will open this summer
Woodward Corners by Beaumont, a 117,000-square-foot commercial development located at the intersection of Thirteen Mile Road and Woodward Avenue in Royal Oak, has new retailers on board including...
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Jan 8, 2019Family-owned retailer creating more than 900 jobs as Cleveland-area stores prepare to open late spring
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Meijer has begun hiring more than 900 employees for three northeast Ohio supercenters in Avon, Mentor and Stow. The family-operated retailer announced the first Greater...
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Dec 19, 2018Retailer looks forward to Very Merry Meijer events each year
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – What began in 2014 as a small gesture to make the holidays brighter has become an annual tradition for the Meijer family. Each holiday season, Meijer executives and store...
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Dec 3, 2018First time retailer uses an animal as main lead in its holiday spot
Meijer announced today that its newest holiday TV spot is now available for viewing. Entitled “Lily,” the 60-second spot features a cute little dog, a Border Terrier mix, who goes on a...
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Nov 30, 2018Second Meijer store in Ohio awarded agency contract
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer announced today that Columbus-area customers can now purchase high-proof spirits at the Columbus Meijer on Hamilton Road in addition to its full alcohol assortment....
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Nov 15, 2018Retailer donates up to $400K across the Midwest through its Buy a Toy, Share the Joy program
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer is aiming to make the holiday season bright once again for children across the Midwest. For the fifth consecutive year, the Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer is...
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Nov 13, 2018So Yeon Ryu donates $100,000 after the 5th annual tournament
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – For the first time in tournament history, the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give champion donated a portion of her winnings back to the retailer’s Simply Give program....
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Nov 8, 2018Steep Discounts Available Across the Store; Special Promo begins on Thanksgiving; Santa Bucks return
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer unveiled its competitive deals today that begin the week of Thanksgiving and extend through Black Friday weekend, offering customers deep savings across the store....
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Nov 1, 2018Retailer releases its list of the 30 hottest toys of the holiday season
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – This holiday season, Meijer will have more of the hottest toys on its wish list. The Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer expanded its Top Toy list this year from 10 to 30 of...
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Oct 24, 2018Retailer now offers customers option of store-to-door or pick-up convenience
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer announced the expansion of its Meijer Home Delivery program to include a pick-up option at stores across the Midwest, building on a chainwide initiative to offer...
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Oct 23, 2018Meijer Supports Hurricane Michael Relief Efforts with $25,000 Donation to Team Rubicon
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – As residents of the Florida panhandle begin the massive clean-up from the devastating effects of Hurricane Michael, Midwest retailer Meijer has donated $25,000 to Team...
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Oct 9, 2018
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. –Meijer is pleased to announce that for the first time, it has been named a SmartWay® Excellence Award winner in two categories simultaneously – as a shipper and a carrier...
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Oct 8, 2018Meijer shoppers picking up holiday-themed sprinkles, gingerbread house kits to add to the fun
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer shoppers are thinking beyond costumes and décor as they gear up for Halloween this year by picking up a holiday-themed gingerbread house. The Grand Rapids,...
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Sep 26, 2018Honored at the Disability:IN Annual Conference; Meijer lauded for outstanding inclusive initiatives
Grand Rapids, Mich. - Meijer is proud to announce it has received a top score of 100 percent on the Disability Equality Index® (DEI) and, for the first time, received the prestigious recognition...
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Sep 20, 2018Joe Hirschmugl, 616-791-3943, joseph.hirschmugl@meijer.com
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer announced that customers in Ohio can now have beer and wine delivered from local stores right to their door as part of its popular home delivery service. Beginning...
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Sep 17, 2018Retailer also deployed three truckloads of bottled water to affected communities
Meijer, a Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer that operates more than 240 supercenters and grocery stores throughout Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Ohio, and Kentucky. As the country...
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Sep 13, 2018Recognized for second consecutive year, Meijer attributes success to strong team member commitment
Grand Rapids, Mich. - Meijer announced today it has been recognized by Achievers as one of the 50 Most Engaged Workplaces™ in North America for a second consecutive year. This annual award...
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Sep 12, 2018Cute, trendy line, Colorful Planet, available in all stores now
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – With schools back in session, Meijer is helping youngsters head back in style with the launch of its new, fun kids fashion line called Colorful Planet. The Grand Rapids,...
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Sep 5, 2018Program features individuals involved with retailer’s food pantry partners
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The fall Simply Give campaign is underway and features a new look that incorporates individuals involved with its food pantry partners. The Grand Rapids, Mich.-based...
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Sep 4, 2018
Grand Rapids, Mich. – A new school year means the return to routine – and the challenge that goes along with that. Parents report that one task that tends to get long in the tooth quickly is...
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Aug 29, 2018First-of-its-kind grocery store in the region to focus on fresh, local food and value
Grand Rapids, Mich. – Bridge Street Market opened today on the corner of Bridge St. and Seward Ave., bringing a mix of fresh, local and convenient food at low prices to customers on Grand...
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Aug 27, 2018New location features a full-service Starbucks, Wi-Fi, charging stations, LED lighting and expanded selection of fresh options
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer announced today it will open a newly-designed convenience store and gas station on Tuesday, August 28. The new facility is located at 2988 Walker NW, adjacent to the...
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Aug 14, 2018Retailer hosts more than 22 in-store events for incoming college students across the Midwest
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Midwest retailer Meijer is getting ready to welcome more than 45,000 incoming college freshmen as they head to campus this fall during widely-popular shopping celebrations...
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Aug 13, 2018Bridge Street Market to open Aug. 29
Grand Rapids, Mich. – After more than a year of planning, construction and incredible community excitement, the wait is almost over: Bridge Street Market will open Aug. 29 on the corner of...
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Aug 6, 2018Trend-forward line, Ophelia Roe, available in all stores now
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – In an effort to help women feel their best at work, Meijer recently launched its own relevant, fashion-forward clothing line, bridging the gap between denim and the...
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Jul 31, 2018Inspired by Meijer Culture to support local communities, Buyers find opportunity that supports sustainability and conservation efforts
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Meijer Seafood Buying Team, which travels the world seeking the freshest and most sustainably caught seafood, recently took time off from their duties to plant 760...
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Jul 26, 2018Teacher discount valid until Sept. 30; retailer offers competitive deals throughout back-to-school season
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer is offering a special 10 percent discount to all teachers throughout the back-to-school shopping season on any school or home office purchase. The offer applies to...
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Jul 19, 2018Meijer fleet helps U of M student team transport 400-pound Hyperloop pod to international competition
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.: Anyone who’s ever driven in a large city during rush hour has visions of faster forms of transportation. So, when a team of engineering students from the University of...
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Jul 18, 2018Most successful campaign to date
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Meijer spring Simply Give campaign set a record with more than $3.5 million in donations for food pantries throughout the Midwest, making it the most successful...
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Jul 17, 2018
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – As part of its ongoing effort to increase its sustainability initiatives, Meijer announced today that it plans to transition the interior lighting of its retail locations...
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Jul 12, 2018
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer opened a new supercenter today in Hudsonville, Mich., bringing a mix of heritage and innovation that provides customers multiple ways to shop. The...
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Jun 28, 2018
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer opened a new 155,000-square-foot supercenter today in Warren, Mich., bringing the community a second location that features low prices on high-quality merchandise,...
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Jun 20, 2018Tournament will once again celebrate Father’s Day
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. –The 2019 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will return to Blythefield Country Club from June 11-16, featuring another week of fun-filled events to celebrate Father’s...
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Jun 18, 2018New neighborhood market to focus on fresh, local food at low prices
Grand Rapids, Mich. – Bridge Street Market, the new neighborhood grocery store that will be opened by Meijer later this year, will focus on bringing fresh products and value to customers on...
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Jun 17, 2018So Yeon Ryu takes the win at the 5th annual tournament
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The fifth annual Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give concluded today with a win by So Yeon Ryu from the Republic of Korea and a record donation of $1.1 million to the...
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Jun 8, 2018Fifth year Meijer LPGA Classic opens tournament to collegiate athletes
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – For the fifth consecutive year, the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will open its tournament to collegiate athletes as sponsor exemptions, representing Meijer and their...
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Jun 7, 2018Notable LPGA Tour players will compete in 2018 tournament
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The final field for the 2018 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give continues to be one of its strongest, featuring all four past champions: 2014 Champion Mirim Lee, 2015...
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Jun 6, 2018Carol Heinowski is a 10-year team member focused on safety & compliance for the Meijer fleet
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer Logistics Manager Carol Heinowski was recently named Board Chair of the National Private Truck Council (NPTC), an Arlington, Va.-based trade association that...
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Jun 1, 2018The Grand Taste Garden to feature celebrity chef demonstrations and live music
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Celebrity Chefs Carla Hall and The Cheese Lady will return to the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give once again for demonstrations at the newly-expanded Grand Taste Garden...
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May 31, 2018Program to feature Double Match Day on June 1
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Meijer spring Simply Give campaign is underway, following a record-setting year in 2017 that raised nearly $8.5 million for food pantries throughout the Midwest. The...
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May 24, 2018Now available in Deli, new protein salads feature on-trend flavors like Nashville Hot and Korean BBQ
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – As the weather warms and outdoor celebrations start to take shape, Meijer is announcing the addition of five new, fresh, protein-based salads to its Deli case in all stores...
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May 15, 2018Previous four tournaments generated more than $3.1 million for retailer’s Simply Give program
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Representatives with the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give have set a $1 million goal for the fifth annual tournament to donate to the Meijer Simply Give program. To...
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May 14, 2018Kids area to feature Nickelodeon, Hasbro, Universal Studios & STEM activities
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will once again engage young golf fans at Blythefield Country Club with an enhanced Kid’s Center – The Discovery Land – that...
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May 3, 2018The Grand Taste Garden adds 5,000 square feet of food, music and family fun
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Grand Taste at the Meijer LPGA Classic – the best food experience on any tour – is back and expanding to two locations for its third year at Blythefield Country...
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Apr 27, 2018Retailer supports new university truck driving program
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – In continuation of its philanthropic support in Marquette, Meijer today donated two reconditioned semi-trucks and trailers to Northern Michigan University’s new CDL Truck...
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Apr 18, 2018Store reduced energy consumption by 20.57 percent throughout year
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Bay City Meijer was named a Biggest Energy Loser in the 2017 Michigan Battle of the Buildings, a statewide awards and recognition program put on by the West Michigan...
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Apr 16, 2018New “Shop & Scan” Program allows customers to use smartphone app for faster shopping
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer is unveiling a streamlined shopping checkout program that provides customers yet another way to shop its stores and save time. The program, called “Shop & Scan”...
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Apr 11, 2018One mile fun run for kids added to race day
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Registration for the 2018 Meijer LPGA Classic 5k Run & Walk presented by Kellogg’s® is now open online. The race will be powered by Gazelle Sports, and will start at 8...
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Mar 29, 2018Indie brand NEFF available in Meijer stores across six-state footprint
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer is expanding its selection of apparel for young men by adding NEFF, the first authentic core snow and skate headwear company in the world. Available immediately in...
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Mar 29, 2018Tickets to the tournament’s expanded Grand Taste food event also available
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Tickets to the 2018 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give, held June 12-17, at Blythefield Country Club are now available online. “The Meijer LPGA Classic has something for...
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Mar 27, 2018More consumers shopping for in-season produce than ever; Meijer chefs share easy recipes
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The arrival of spring usually conjures images of fresh fruits and vegetables, but not necessarily pineapples and artichokes. However, with consumers seeking more in-season...
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Mar 26, 2018Orange-flavored cookies, donuts and cupcakes available in all Michigan Meijer stores for a limited time
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The spring equinox signals the promise of warmer weather and sunnier days, but many Michiganders also celebrate the season change with another local tradition: Bell’s...
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Mar 23, 2018Indian Brook Trout Farm utilizes a 10,000-year-old aquifer in Jackson, Mich., highlights retailer’s commitment to seafood sustainability
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer is taking its seafood sustainability commitment to the next level, thanks to a new partnership with Jackson, Mich.-based Indian Brook Trout Farm. The rainbow trout...
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Mar 21, 2018Fifth-year event seeks more than 700 volunteers
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Back for its fifth year, the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give remains one of the premier events on the Tour, and tournament officials say the success is attributed to...
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Mar 15, 2018
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Spring break: That time honored ritual where millions of Americans – especially those living in the cold climates of the Midwest – head to warmer climates for a little...
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Mar 14, 2018Meijer Seafood buyers add more varieties of fresh sustainable fish; Chefs offer easy recipes
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – When it comes to seafood, as Americans we love our crustaceans, especially in the form of shrimp. The Meijer Seafood buyers report that one of the reasons behind shrimp’s...
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Mar 12, 2018
Grand Rapids, Mich. – Mayan Buzz Café will open a coffee shop inside Bridge Street Market, the new neighborhood grocery store opening later this year on the corner of Bridge Street and Seward...
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Feb 23, 2018Retailer’s 2017 ad campaigns lauded by West Michigan’s advertising community
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Meijer announced today that its advertising team won big at the American Advertising Federation (AAF) of West Michigan’s annual ADDY® Awards with a record 30 awards. The...
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Feb 15, 2018
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – One of the challenges that many at-home cooks find draining is the time that goes into meal prepping. While testing new soup recipes, the Meijer chefs realized that there...
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Feb 12, 2018Meijer expands seafood selection; Columbia River Steelhead lauded as healthy, sustainable fish
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Health experts say that a diet rich in an Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Omega-3s) leads to a myriad of benefits from muscle recovery to guarding against heart disease to fighting...
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Feb 9, 2018Meijer chefs share simple recipes to help you celebrate the Year of the Dog
Grand Rapids, Mich. – The Spring Festival of Chinese New Year kicks off on Feb. 16, celebrating the Year of the Dog. Although celebrations vary by region and household, they all have one custom...
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Feb 7, 2018Program generated nearly $8.5 million in 2017 for Midwest food pantries
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Meijer Simply Give program set a record in 2017 with nearly $8.5 million – the equivalent of at least 84.8 million meals – for food pantries through the Midwest,...
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Feb 6, 2018Fluctuations in weather can cause eczema flare ups; new creams can bring relief
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – As temperatures ebb and the cold dryness of winter blows across the Midwest, there is one constant: managing winter skin. For some, this means dealing with the annoyance of...
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Feb 1, 2018Competitive Scholarship awarded more than $3.5 million since 1975
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Fred & Lena Meijer Scholarship Fund, a competitive scholarship for Meijer team members and their children, awarded $547,000 in 2017 – a record-setting amount since...
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Jan 26, 2018Meijer expands selection of Smoked Fresh Salmon with the Introduction of Latitude 45
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Smoked Atlantic salmon used to be a rare delicacy only available at gourmet food stores. Thanks to better sustainability methods used in aquaculture, smoked Atlantic salmon...
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Jan 16, 2018
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – It’s no surprise that during the dark frigid months of a Midwest winter, comfort foods reign supreme. And for many Midwesterners, comfort food comes in the form of soup....
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Jan 10, 2018The trick is balance; nutrition buyers offer list of plant proteins to try
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – After weeks of indulging during the holidays, many Americans regard January as the month to get back to the basics by adopting healthier eating regimens. According to...