Locally Grown Mann Farms Strawberries Now Available in Select Food City Locations
Abingdon, VA. - Tuesday, Apr 25, 2017.

Food City is well-known for providing their customers with the best variety, highest quality, and friendliest service possible.  And they do so in part by purchasing a great deal of their produce locally, providing additional support to the regions in which they operate.   “We have always prided ourselves in selecting the best products possible for our customers,” says Steven C.…

Food City Names 25th Anniversary Race Grand Marshals And Honorary Starter
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Apr 20, 2017.

This weekend, Food City will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of their sponsorship of the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway.  The supermarket chain is Bristol Motor Speedway’s longest running sponsor and the second longest in NASCAR.Company officials announced today that Kerry Earnhardt and Kelley Earnhardt Miller will serve as the event Grand Marshals for Sunday’s Food City 500.“Food City…

Mickey Blazer Named Food City Executive Vice President of Pharmacy and Fuel Operations
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Apr 19, 2017.

Food City recently announced the appointment of Mickey Blazer to the newly combined position of Executive Vice President of Pharmacy and Fuel Operations.  Blazer brings over 40 years of industry knowledge and experience to the position, including 6 years in pharmacy management.Blazer began his retail career shortly after graduating high school.  He has served in numerous positions during his employment…

Food City Pharmacist Receives John McNiel Award
Abingdon, VA. - Tuesday, Apr 18, 2017.

Celeste Watts, R.Ph., pharmacy manager for the Etowah, TN Food City Pharmacy is the recipient of the 2017 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. …

New Food City Planned for Middlesboro, KY
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Apr 13, 2017.

Company officials recently announced plans to construct a new Food City in Middlesboro, KY.  The 56,300+ square foot supermarket will serve as a replacement unit and be located just behind the existing store.  The project is expected to be completed by late fall.    “We are excited to have the opportunity to bring a new state-of-the-art Food City to Middlesboro,” says…

Food City Pharmacist Receives John McNiel Award
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Apr 12, 2017.

Bryan Fields, Pharm.D., pharmacy manager for the S. Williamson, KY Food City was recently named the recipient of the 2017 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…

Food City Family Race Night Celebrates 30 Years
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Apr 12, 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 this popular fan-based event, which will return to the Knoxville Expo Center on Thursday, April 20th.  Fans can expect an exciting line-up of Xfinity and Monster Energy Series drivers, interactive sessions,…

Food City Family Race Night Celebrates 30 Years
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Apr 12, 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 this popular fan-based event, which will return to Bristol Motor Speedway on Friday, April 21st.  Fans can expect an exciting line-up of Xfinity and Monster Energy Series drivers, interactive sessions, show…

New Food City Planned for Athens, TN
Abingdon, VA. - Friday, Mar 31, 2017.

Company officials recently announced plans to construct a new Food City in Athens, TN.  The 54,000+ square foot supermarket will be located on South Hill Street and is expected to be completed by late fall.    “We are extremely excited to be joining the Athens retail community.  We have certainly enjoyed a wonderful relationship with the surrounding region and look forward…

Food City Supports Cancer Outreach Foundation
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Mar 16, 2017.

Earlier today, Food City officials presented Cancer Outreach Foundation of Abingdon, VA with a $5,000 charitable contribution.The Cancer Outreach Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life for cancer patients and their families. The Foundation's innovative programs benefit local residents in Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee.  Their mission is to provide financial assistance with cancer patients' essential living expenses…