On February 24, CFIC and Mack McLamb, owner of Carlie C's IGA were invited to the House Committee to discuss the road blocks in operating businesses in food deserts. Mr. McLamb recently opened a Carlie C's IGA in Southeast Raleigh.
Raleigh, NC (January 27, 2014) - Retail sales were higher than expected for December, and the outlook for 2014 is optimistic. In fact, local economists estimate between 2.5 and 2.8 million U.S. jobs will be created this year. In North…
On Friday, January 17, a three-judge panel of the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals held a hearing on the Federal Reserve's challenge of U.S. District Court Judge Richard Leon's July ruling that the 21-cent cap that took effect on debit…
In light of two high-profile data breaches at major U.S. retailers, data theft is a hot topic at industry events, as well as around the board room table. The National Retail Federation recently issued a statement on a proactive and…
Candy and snacks go hand-in-hand with Christmas, and candy, which is purchased by 50% of consumers who celebrate, ranks as the top snack item purchased for the holidays, according to NPD research. Of those purchasing candy, 22% are buying it…
The holiday season, which stretches from Halloween to New Year's Day, offers grocers an opportunity to connect with consumers and increase sales, but operators can further the effort by marketing products for Hispanic holidays and traditions, writes Gustavo Guerra, brand…
More than half of holiday shoppers have already started chipping away at their lists, and 48% are turning to the Internet for inspiration. More than one out of five shoppers are checking e-mail advertisements, and 14% are browsing Facebook for…