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Richmond Grocery Wars Update: What Will Amazon Do Next?

Posted on June 19, 2017

At the end of last week, Amazon announced its plans to acquire Whole Foods for $13.7 billion dollars.

Richmond Delivery Wars Update: Walmart Heats Up the Competition

Posted on June 5, 2017

In its ongoing competition with e-commerce giant Amazon, Walmart announced a new tactic.

Richmond Grocery Wars: 2017 Update

Posted on May 22, 2017

As we approach the second half of 2017, Richmond's grocery scene continues to experience tremendous activity.

Richmond Delivery Wars

Posted on May 2, 2017

Richmond's rapidly growing and evolving grocery market continues to adapt to meet increasing demand and competition.

Richmond Grocery Wars Update: Amazon Announces Amazon Go

Posted on December 6, 2016

The region's grocery wars have continued to escalate, and a new twist has just entered the fray.

Richmond Grocery Wars Update: Publix to Purchase 10 Martin’s Stores

Posted on July 14, 2016

The Richmond community has been anticipating news of the fate of its 19 Martin’s grocery stores.

Update: How Did Richmond Become the Epicenter of Grocery Wars?

Posted on July 6, 2016

In my previous post, I discussed the abundance of active players in Richmond’s hot grocery market.