Food City Friends/Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Nov 11, 2019.

Food City is preparing to kick-off their second annual Friends/Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive.    “Hunger is a serious problem throughout our region, especially during the holidays and colder winter months.  Food City is proud to host a number of hunger relief programs throughout the year, including our Friends/Pets in Need Holiday Food Drive.  The drive will benefit local hunger…

Food City to Host Annual Johnia Berry Toy Drive
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Nov 4, 2019.

Food City will once again host the annual Johnia Berry Toy Drive.  This marks the 15th year the retailer has hosted the memorial drive, which began in 2005.    “Johnia was extremely passionate about helping children and Food City is proud to be part of the annual Johnia Berry Toy Drive, which donates thousands of toys to needy children in our…

Newest LOVEwork unveiled in Abingdon, VA
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Oct 30, 2019.

Food City today unveiled a life-sized LOVE artwork, now on display in the new Food City shopping center, located at 151 Cook Street in Abingdon, VA.  The shopping center borders a new state-of-the-art sports complex currently under construction and serves as a new walking entrance to the Virginia Creeper Trail.  Created as part of a state and local partnership to…

New Abingdon Food City Set to Open
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Oct 30, 2019.

Shelves are stocked in preparation of the much anticipated October 30th opening of the new Food City, located at 151 Cook Street in Abingdon, VA.  The 62,000+ square foot flagship store will serve as a replacement for the company’s existing Towne Centre Drive location.    “This day has been long awaited by our company, our loyal customers and our dedicated associates…

Alexandria Alder Crowned Miss Food City 2020
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Oct 28, 2019.

The annual Miss Food City Pageant was held on Saturday, October 26th at The McGlothlin Center for the Arts in Emory, VA.  Each year, the pageant showcases talented young women from across the region, bidding for the coveted title and the opportunity to represent Food City in the coming year.  The contestants are judged on a number of criteria, including…

Food City Annual Race Against Hunger
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Oct 28, 2019.

Since 1992, Food City - in partnership with their customers has conducted their annual Race Against Hunger campaign to raise funds for local non-profit hunger relief organizations.   “Hunger is a serious problem throughout our region and Food City is proud to be a part of the Race Against Hunger,” says Steven C. Smith, Food City’s president and chief executive officer.Beginning…

Food City Raises Nearly $14,000 to Benefit Kingsport Miracle Field
Abingdon VA. - Thursday, Oct 17, 2019.

Abingdon, VA (Thursday, October 17, 2019) – On behalf of their loyal customers and associates, earlier today, Food City presented a check for nearly $14,000 in support of Kingsport’s new Miracle Field.  Last month, the retail supermarket chain teamed up with Visit Kingsport and the Kingsport Chamber to raise funds to benefit the baseball field, which is scheduled to be…

Miss Food City Pageant
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Oct 14, 2019.

Miss Food City Pageant, Presented by WXBQ & Twin City Woman’s Club Miss Food City has become one of the most sought-after titles for young ladies across the region. The winner of the pageant will represent Food City during various company related events, including the Food City 500/Food City 300 at Bristol Motor Speedway and Food City Family Race Night events. …

Food City Continues to Expand Curbside Pick-Up
Abingdon, VA. - Friday, Sep 27, 2019.

Since August of 2015, Food City has offered an innovative new program that has revolutionized traditional grocery shopping.  Their GoCart curbside pick-up is currently available at numerous locations throughout their market area, with plans to continue expanding the program to additional locations.“At Food City, we’re always looking for ways to bring added value and convenience to our shoppers,” says Steven…

Food City Named Retailer Of The Year
Asheville, NC. - Wednesday, Sep 25, 2019.

Food City, based in Abingdon, Va., was recognized as the Retailer of the Year by the Certified Angus Beef ® brand for leadership in product quality, marketing and sales. The award was presented at the brand’s Annual Conference, held Sept. 23-25, in Asheville, N.C. Brand partners at the conference, including meat processors, distributors, chefs, retailers and cattle ranchers, explored merchandising…