Junior Leagues to Hold 34th Annual Food Drive to Benefit Second Harvest Food Bank
Abingdon, VA. - Friday, Apr 5, 2024.

The Junior Leagues of Bristol, Kingsport, and Johnson City will hold their 34th annual food drive at 15 Food City locations on Saturday, April 6. The Food Drive will benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee and Feeding Southwest Virginia. Food City has co-sponsored and promoted the food drive every year. The local Junior Leagues work together annually to help…

Tony Slaughter Farms of Kingsport, TN Named Wayne Scott Memorial Grower of the Year
Abingdon, VA. - Tuesday, Apr 2, 2024.

Food City is well-known for their locally grown produce initiative. Their farm to table partnership with local growers provides their valued customers with fresh-from-the-field fruits and vegetables, many of which are delivered the same day they’re picked. What began over twenty years ago with a small number of items and a handful of area farmers has grown into a multi-million-dollar…

Marion, VA Curt’s Ace Hardware Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Mar 28, 2024.

Earlier today, Food City officials celebrated Ribbon Cutting/Grand Opening ceremonies for their new Curt’s Ace Hardware on N Main Street in Marion, VA. The location marks the retailers ninth Curt’s Ace Hardware location. “Much like our Food City stores, we are excited to continue to grow and expand our Curt’s Ace Hardware family of stores,” says Steven C. Smith, Food City…

Food City Launches Innovative New Ship to Home Service
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Mar 27, 2024.

Food City is excited to announce the launch of an innovative new platform designed to assist customers in purchasing items typically not found in traditional supermarkets. Food City’s Ship to Home (www.FoodCityShips.com) service enables customers to shop for hard-to-find items online and have them conveniently delivered to their door by FedEx.  With nearly 30,000 available items, customers can choose from…

NASCAR Legends Serve as Food City 500 Grand Marshals
Abingdon, VA. - Friday, Mar 15, 2024.

Food City is gearing up for this weekend’s historic return of the Food City 500 to Bristol Motor Speedway. Earlier today, company officials announced that several NASCAR legends will serve as the event Grand Marshals, delivering the starting command for Sunday’s clash. “We’re excited about the return of the Food City 500 to Bristol Motor Speedway. As their longest running sponsor,…

Linda Morrow of Athens, TN Wins Food City Claude P. Varney Humanitarian Award
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Mar 14, 2024.

Each year, Food City recognizes outstanding volunteerism among their dedicated team of associates through the Claude P. Varney Volunteer Recognition Program.   “As a company, we’re committed to giving back to the communities we serve, while providing a work environment that enables our associates to grow both personally and professionally as successful members of our team,” said Steven C. Smith, Food City…

Food City and Kaulig Racing Extend Partnership for 2024
Lexington, N.C.. - Tuesday, Mar 12, 2024.

AJ Allmendinger to Drive the No. 16 Mtn Dew CHEETOS® Food City Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 in the Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway Kaulig Racing and Food City will team up for the second-straight year, as the pair announces an extended partnership for the 2024 NASCAR season. The No. 16 Camaro ZL1, driven by AJ Allmendinger, will sport both PepsiCo’s Mountain…

Food City Recognizes Divisional Winners for Outstanding Community Service
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Mar 11, 2024.

Each year, Food City recognizes outstanding volunteerism among their dedicated team of associates through the Claude P. Varney Volunteer Recognition Program.   “As a company, we’re committed to giving back to the communities we serve, while providing a work environment that enables our associates to grow both personally and professionally as successful members of our team,” said Steven C. Smith, Food City…

Eastman and Food City unveil new plastics recycling bin in Kingsport
Kingsport, TN. - Wednesday, Mar 6, 2024.

Eastman, a global specialty materials company, and Food City, a leading regional grocery retailer, today unveiled the first (Eastman Road Food City) of three plastic recycling collection bins that will be located at the retailer’s stores in Kingsport, Tennessee. The partnership program – Shop, Recycle, Repeat, announced last November – will enable customers to drop off their plastic waste in…

Clintwood Food City Set to Open
Abingdon, VA. - Friday, Feb 23, 2024.

Shelves are stocked in preparation for the much-anticipated February 28th opening of the new Food City on Dickenson Hwy. in Clintwood, VA. The 45,000 square foot retail supermarket serves as a replacement for Food City’s existing location.  “We have served the residents of Clintwood and Dickenson County for nearly 25 years, and we are excited to provide our loyal customers with…