Food City Names Race Grand Marshal and Honorary Starter
Abingdon, VA. - Tuesday, Aug 16, 2016.

As the area prepares for the upcoming race weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway, the folks at Food City are gearing up for the running of the August 19th Food City 300. Company officials announced today that Bristol Mayors Chad Keen and Bill Hartley will join forces to serve as the event Grand Marshal and Honorary Starter.  Keen, Mayor of Bristol,…

Food City Race Night Returns to State Street
Abingdon, VA. - Friday, Aug 12, 2016.

As the area prepares for the onslaught of race fans and RV’s, the folks at Food City are gearing up for the annual Food City Race Night, which paves the way for a weekend of action-packed XFinity and Sprint Cup racing at one of NASCAR’s most popular venues.  The event will take place on Thursday, August 18, 2016 on State…

Food City Produce Manager Receives National Award
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Jul 7, 2016.

Jimbo Howard, produce manager for the Pikeville, KY  Food City was recently named a grand-prize winner in the 2016 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 was…

Tennessee Food City Locations Begin Wine Sales
Abingdon, VA. - Friday, Jul 1, 2016.

Earlier today, Food City customers celebrated the long-awaited first day of wine sales in Tennessee grocery stores. “For years, countless Tennesseans have sought the same opportunity afforded their Virginia and Georgia friends and neighbors, to purchase wine from their local supermarket.  For the past eight years, legislators and retailers across the state have worked diligently to bring their plea to…

Food City Partners with WCYB to Host Collection Drive for West Virginia Flood Relief
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Jun 30, 2016.

Food City announced today that the retail supermarket chain is partnering with WCYB News 5 to host a collection drive to benefit West Virginia flood relief efforts.Area Food City locations are participating in the drive, which will begin June 30th and continue through July 5th.  Specially marked collection containers will be available inside the store to accept the donation of…

Food City and NASCAR Legend Richard Petty Team up to Benefit Paralyzed Veterans of America’s Mission
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Jun 27, 2016.

Food City and seven-time NASCAR Champion, Richard Petty have once again teamed up to benefit Paralyzed Veterans of America’s Mission: ABLE campaign.  For 70 years, Paralyzed Veterans of America (Paralyzed Veterans) has been on a mission to change lives and build brighter futures for our seriously injured heroes.   “If there has been one partner that has really stepped up to…

Acclaimed Chef and Food Writer Sheri Castle to Offer June 18th Cooking Demonstration
Johnson City, TN. - Tuesday, May 31, 2016.

On Saturday, June 18th, from 1 to 3 PM, award-winning cookbook author and chef Sheri Castle will offer a cooking demonstration entitled “Impressive and Easy Summer Dishes.” A native Appalachian known for melding storytelling, humor, and culinary expertise, Castle is an accomplished and sought-after instructor. She will demonstrate two recipes that will appeal to cooks from beginner to expert. Entertaining,…

Locally Grown Mann Farms Strawberries Now Available in Select Food City Locations
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, May 2, 2016.

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 Registered Dietitian Receives Dietitian of the Year Award
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Apr 25, 2016.

Last week, Produce for Better Health Foundation recognized the top six Registered Dietitians within the industry during their annual convention in Scottsdale, Arizona.  Elizabeth Hall, registered dietitian for Food City received one of the 2015 Supermarket Dietitian of the Year awards.  ‘Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH) is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) fruit and vegetable education foundation.  Since 1991,…

Food City Pharmacist Receives John McNiel Award
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Apr 25, 2016.

Brent Scott, R.Ph., pharmacy manager for the Paintsville, KY Food City is the recipient of the 2015 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.  “Brent…