New Food City School Bucks Challenge
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Sep 6, 2017.

Food City to award $700,000 to local schools. Are you up for the challenge?  Food City has pledged $700,000 in contributions for the upcoming school year.  With the new Food City School Bucks Challenge, it’s easier than ever to earn reward points.  For every $1 you spend, using your Food City ValuCard, you’ll receive 1 point.  “Our Food City School Bucks…

Food City Aids Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts
Abingdon, VA. - Tuesday, Aug 29, 2017.

In the wake of the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey, Food City officials announced earlier today that the company is partnering with several local media affiliates to host a chain-wide fundraising campaign to benefit Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.  Food City has pledged a $10,000 contribution to kick-off the fund-raising efforts.  Beginning August 30th and continuing through September 6th, Food City…

Food City Launches Home Delivery Service In Knoxville Market Area
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Aug 24, 2017.

Earlier today, Food City officials announced the launch of their new same-day delivery service, now available to over 290,000 Knoxville, TN residents.  The program is made possible through a joint partnership between the local retail supermarket chain and Instacart, a nationwide on-demand grocery delivery service.  To take advantage of the convenient new service, shoppers simply need to visit the website…

Food City Pharmacy Offers Seasonal Flu Vaccine
Abingdon, VA. - Tuesday, Aug 22, 2017.

Company officials recently announced that Food City will once again be providing the flu vaccine this immunization season.“Food City’s immunizing pharmacists are certified to administer vaccinations in accordance with the standards set forth by the American Pharmacist Association and the corresponding state pharmacy associations. Food City has offered the added convenience of a number of affordable preventative health care options,…

Food City Family Race Night Celebrates 30 Years
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Aug 9, 2017.

Food City Family Race Night is one of the premier pre-race events on the NASCAR circuit.  This year, the company is proud to be celebrating the 30th Anniversary of their popular fan-based event, which will return to State Street in downtown Bristol, VA/TN on Thursday, August 17, 2017.  Fans can expect an exciting line-up of driver autograph sessions, show cars,…

Food City Names Race Grand Marshal And Honorary Starter
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Aug 9, 2017.

Next weekend, Food City will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of their sponsorship of the Food City 300 at Bristol Motor Speedway.  The supermarket chain is Bristol Motor Speedway’s longest running title sponsor and the second longest in NASCAR.  Company officials announced today that local sports director/anchor Kenny Hawkins and news anchor Paul “PJ” Johnson will team up to serve as…

Food City, NASCAR Legend Richard Petty and RTIC Coolers Team Up to Help Veterans
Washington, DC. - Wednesday, Jul 5, 2017.

In-Store Donation Campaign Benefitting Paralyzed Veterans of America Begins July 5 Today, Paralyzed Veterans of America (Paralyzed Veterans) kicked off the seventh year of partnership with Food City and NASCAR Champion and NASCAR Hall of Fame Inductee, Richard Petty, to continue the mission of raising critical funds for Paralyzed Veterans of America through quick and easy donations at Food City supermarkets…

Food City Produce Manager Receives National Award
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Jun 26, 2017.

William “Bill” Stewart, produce manager for Food City’s Paintsville, KY location was recently named a grand-prize winner in the 2017 Retail Produce Manager of the Year Awards.  Each year, United Fresh Produce Association recognizes the top 25 produce managers within the industry during their annual convention.  Five grand-prize winners are selected from among the field of competitors.  This year’s convention…

Food City and Bristol Motor Speedway Support Gatlinburg/Sevier County Relief Efforts
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Jun 8, 2017.

Earlier today, Food City and Bristol Motor Speedway presented checks totaling nearly $100,000 to the Mountain Tough Recovery Team of Gatlinburg, TN to assist with continuing wildfire relief efforts.  In the wake of the devastating fires that swept Gatlinburg and Sevier County in November, Food City and Bristol Motor Speedway teamed up to host a number of initiatives, including a…

Barbara Thomas Named Food City Vice President of Training and Front-End Operations
Abingdon, VA. - Friday, Jun 2, 2017.

Food City recently announced the appointment of Barbara Thomas to the newly combined position of Vice President of Training and Front-End Operations.  Thomas brings more than 43 years of industry knowledge and experience to this key role, including 37 years in training management and several years in front-end management.Thomas began her retail career working as a cashier, while attending high…