Food City Pharmacist Receives John McNiel Award
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Mar 21, 2016.

Jack Greene, D.Ph., pharmacist for the Oak Ridge, TN Food City Pharmacy is the recipient of the 2016 John McNiel Customer Service Award.  “Food City is dedicated to providing our loyal customers with exceptional customer service.  We created the John McNiel Award to recognize pharmacists who embody that commitment,” says Steven C. Smith, Food City president and chief executive officer. …

Food City Produce Manager Named National Finalist
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Mar 3, 2016.

Each year, United Fresh Produce Association recognizes the top 25 produce managers within the industry during their annual convention.  Jimbo Howard, produce manager for Food City’s Cassidy Blvd. location in Pikeville, KY has been named as one of the 25 finalists contending for the coveted 2016 Retail Produce Manager of the Year Award. Five grand-prize winners will be selected from…

Snake Creek Farms of Carroll County, VA Receives Wayne Scott Memorial Grower of the Year Award
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Mar 3, 2016.

Food City is well-known for their locally grown produce initiative.  Through a partnership with local farmers, the supermarket chain is able to bring their customers fresh-from-the-field fruits and vegetables during local growing seasons.  Many items are delivered directly from the farm to the store the same day they are picked.  What began over ten years ago, with a small number…

Brett Farmer of Clintwood, VA Wins Food City Claude P. Varney Humanitarian Award
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Feb 24, 2016.

Food City’s retail supermarket chain annually recognizes outstanding volunteerism among their associates via their Claude P. Varney Volunteer Recognition Program.  The creation of the program came in response to President Bush’s call to boost volunteer efforts through corporate support.  During a June 2002 White House meeting, President Bush met with corporate leaders from organizations across the nation and key White…

Food City Recognizes Divisional Winners for Outstanding Community Service
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Feb 24, 2016.

Food City’s retail supermarket chain annually recognizes outstanding volunteerism among their associates via the Claude P. Varney Volunteer Recognition Program.  The creation of the program came in response to President Bush’s call to boost volunteer efforts through corporate support.  During a June 2002 White House meeting, President Bush met with corporate leaders from organizations across the nation and key White…

Food City School Bucks Underway in Chattanooga
Abingdon, VA. - Friday, Feb 19, 2016.

Food City officials recently announced the roll out of their highly successful School Bucks program to their newly acquired supermarkets in the Chattanooga and north Georgia area.Registrations are being accepted for the program through February 26th.  Colleges, universities, high schools, middle schools and elementary schools in the Chattanooga/north Georgia area are encouraged to visit the company’s website at foodcity.com to…

Food City Recognizes District Winners for Outstanding Volunteerism
Abingdon, VA. - Friday, Feb 19, 2016.

During a June 2002 White House meeting, President Bush met with corporate leaders from organizations across the nation and key White House staff members to discuss objectives for his Businesses Strengthening America volunteerism campaign.  Steve Smith, Food City president and chief executive officer was among the select group.  Following the White House session, Smith administered the creation of Food City’s…

Food City Shoppers Aid Local Animal Shelters
Abingdon, VA. - Friday, Jan 15, 2016.

The Food City Pet Club just recently wrapped up their annual Pet Hunger Drive – their most successful drive on record to date.  The drive began on November 30th and ran through January 9th and included all of Food City’s area supermarkets.  During the promotion, Food City customers were invited to purchase special pre-packaged pet food bags for only $10. …

Jefferson City, TN Resident Wins Toyota Prius in Food City/Toyota Knoxville Sweepstakes
Abingdon, VA. - Tuesday, Dec 22, 2015.

Jeanne Beffrey of Jefferson City, TN is now the proud owner of a new 2015 Toyota Prius C, complements of the Food City / Toyota Knoxville Sweepstakes. Beffrey also received fuel for a year from Food City.  “I am a Food City shopper and I was thrilled to win the Prius and a year’s worth of gas. I am a…

Food City Recognizes Associates for Outstanding Volunteerism
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Dec 17, 2015.

Food City is well-known for their superior customer service and vast community involvement within their operational areas.  In keeping with their exemplary service standards, each year Food City recognizes outstanding volunteerism among their associates through their Claude P. Varney Volunteer Recognition Program.“As a company, we strive to maintain a high level of dedication to service, quality, value and community involvement,…