Food City’s Mark Hubbard Named Store Manager of the Year
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Jun 10, 2015.

Earlier today, Mark Hubbard, store manager of the Eastman Road Food City in Kingsport, TN was named Store Manager of the Year by Food Marketing Institute (FMI).    “Food City is dedicated to providing our customers with exceptional customer service and exceeding their expectations,” says Steven C. Smith, Food City president and chief executive officer.  “Mark is extremely passionate about serving…

Food City Supports Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, May 14, 2015.

Food City officials recently presented a check in the amount of $235,000 to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.    The funds derived from Food City’s company-wide annual fundraising campaign, which began March 28 and concluded on May 3, 2015.  During the promotion, Food City shoppers were given an opportunity to make a contribution through the purchase of a JDRF “sneaker” at the…

Locally Grown Mann Farms Strawberries Now Available in Select Food City Locations
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, May 11, 2015.

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 Appoints New Executive Vice President Store Operations, Knoxville Division
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Apr 23, 2015.

Food City recently announced the appointment of Mickey Blazer to the position of Executive Vice President of Store Operations for their Knoxville Division.  The position was formerly held by John Jones, who was promoted to Executive Vice President/Director of Store Operations for the supermarket chain.  Blazer brings over 37 years of industry experience to the position, including 6 years in…

Food City Race Night & Antique Tractor Show Coming to Knoxville
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Apr 6, 2015.

As the area prepares for the onslaught of race fans and RV’s, the folks at Food City are gearing up for their annual Food City Race Night & Antique Tractor Show, which will take place at the Knoxville Expo Center on Thursday, April 16th.  Over the past 27 years, Food City Race Night has contributed more than $500,000 in proceeds…

Food City Race Night Returns to Bristol Motor Speedway
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Apr 2, 2015.

As the area prepares for the onslaught of race fans and RV’s, the folks at Food City are gearing up for their annual Food City Race Night, which will return to Bristol Motor Speedway on Friday, April 17th.  The event paves the way for a weekend of action-packed Nationwide and Sprint Cup racing at one of NASCAR’s most popular venues. …

Jeff Gordon's Children Named Grand Marshals for Food City 500
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Apr 1, 2015.

The children of four-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion, Jeff Gordon have been named Grand Marshals for the April 19 Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway.   Ella (age 7) and Leo (age 4) will give the command to start the 24th running of the Food City 500. “Over the years, Jeff Gordon has been a true friend to Food City…

Food City Names FOX News' Dana Perino as Honarary Starter
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Apr 1, 2015.

Food City has announced Fox News Channel’s co-host of “The Five” Dana Perino as the Honorary Starter for the upcoming April 19th Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway.“The Five” is one of the most-watched cable news programs, regularly ranking #1 at 5PM/ET in all of basic cable.  In addition to her role on “The Five,” Perino also contributes to…

Food City Coming to Blaine, TN
Abingdon, VA. - Tuesday, Mar 31, 2015.

Company officials recently announced plans to construct a Food City on Rutledge Pike in Blaine, TN.  The 44,500+ square foot supermarket will be the chain’s first location in Grainger County and is expected to be completed by Fall.  “We certainly look forward to serving the area and providing our customers with a new state-of-the-art Food City that delivers exceptional customer…

Steve & David Scott of Unicoi, TN Receive Wayne Scott Memorial Grower of the Year Award
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Mar 19, 2015.

Food City is well-known for their local produce initiative.  Through a partnership with local farmers, the supermarket chain is able to bring their customers fresh-from-the-field fruits and vegetables.  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 of items supplied by a…