Tammy Baumgardner Named Food City Senior Manager of Public Relations
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Mar 2, 2020.

Food City recently announced the appointment of Tammy Baumgardner to the newly created position of Senior Manager of Public Relations.  Baumgardner brings more than 32 years of industry knowledge and experience to this key role, including 22 years in media and community relations.“Tammy’s broad experience inside our organization makes her uniquely qualified for this very important role.  As we continue…

Food City Recognizes District Winners for Outstanding Volunteerism
Abingdon, VA. - Friday, Feb 28, 2020.

During a June 2002 White House meeting, President Bush met with corporate leaders from organizations across the nation and key White House staff members to discuss objectives for his Businesses Strengthening America volunteerism campaign.  Steve Smith, Food City president and chief executive officer was among the select group.  Following the White House session, Smith administered the creation of Food City’s…

Food City Check Presentation to Epilepsy Foundation in Honor of National Pharmacist Day
Abingdon, VA. - Thursday, Jan 9, 2020.

In honor of National Pharmacist Day, which will take place on Sunday, January 12th and our dedicated team of over 250 Food City Pharmacists, we're proud to make a $2,500 donation to Epilepsy Foundation of Southeast Tennessee in Chattanooga, TN.Founded in 1977, the Epilepsy Foundation of Southeast Tennessee is the only organization in the greater Chattanooga and North Georgia area…

Food City Supports Feeding American Southwest Virginia
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Dec 18, 2019.

Yesterday, Food City presented a check in the amount of $25,000 to Feeding America Southwest Virginia to help fund the purchase of a new cargo van.  Equipped with a special racking system, the van will be used to transport fresh meals and/or “super snacks” to area children who are at-risk of hunger.   Feeding American Southwest Virginia works with approximately 15 different…

John Jones Named TGCSA 2020 Retailer of the Year
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Dec 18, 2019.

John Jones, Executive Vice President/Director of Store Operations for Food City’s retail grocery chain was just named 2020 Retailer of the Year by Tennessee Grocers & Convenience Store Association.  Each year, TGCSA selects one outstanding Tennessee retailer who exemplifies the high standards of integrity and efficiency upon which the organization was founded to be named Retailer of the Year.   TGCSA…

Food City Recognizes Associates for Outstanding Volunteerism
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Dec 9, 2019.

Food City is well-known for their superior customer service and vast community involvement within their operational areas.  In keeping with their exemplary service standards, each year Food City recognizes outstanding volunteerism among their associates through their Claude P. Varney Volunteer Recognition Program.“As a company, we strive to maintain a high level of dedication to service, quality, value and community involvement,…

New Food City Coming to Etowah, TN
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Dec 9, 2019.

Company officials recently announced plans to construct a new Food City on US-411 North in Etowah, TN.  The 41,100+ square foot supermarket will replace their existing location and be constructed on the same site.  “The residents of Etowah have certainly been supportive of our company and we look forward to providing our valued customers with a new, larger state-of-the-art Food…

Calhoun Food City Set to Open
Abingdon, VA. - Monday, Dec 2, 2019.

Shelves are stocked in preparation of the much anticipated December 4th opening of the Food City in Calhoun, GA.  Located on Lover’s Lane, the 49,700+ square foot supermarket is the retailer’s first location in Calhoun.    “While we operate a number of other locations in the area, we are certainly excited to join the Calhoun retail community and have the opportunity…

New Food City Coming to Shaad Road in Knoxville, TN
Abingdon, VA. - Wednesday, Nov 20, 2019.

Earlier this week, company officials broke ground on the new Food City on Shaad Road in Knoxville, TN.  The 50,000+ square foot supermarket will be located in the new Grassy Creek Development at the intersection of Oak Ridge Highway and Schaad Road and is expected to open next Spring.  “We’re excited to have the opportunity to construct a new state-of-the-art…

Take Advantage Of Bristol Motor Speedway’s “Black Friday” Sales With $40 Food City 500 Tickets
Bristol, TN. - Monday, Nov 18, 2019.

Race fans already know they can get their race tickets and everyday essentials at their local Food City, but Bristol Motor Speedway is making the deal even sweeter with special “Black Friday” prices at the family-favorite neighborhood supermarket. Beginning today, Monday, Nov. 18, all Food City stores will offer the “Black Friday” price of $40 for an adult ticket to the…