The IGA Minute: Father Jim Buys Groceries for Isom IGA Shoppers

Greetings, see how he surprised shoppers; Plus, National Pork Board partners with IGA to drive pork category growth; Early bird pricing on SMC ends Friday ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏

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February 26, 2026

FEATURED STORY

A Surprise at Register One: How Father Jim Brought Hope Back to Isom IGA

Father Jim Sichko surprised shoppers by paying for their groceries at Isom IGA, continuing his support for the community's recovery after devastating floods.

RED OVAL ROUNDUP

IGA and National Pork Board Partner to Drive Pork Category Growth at Retail

The National Pork Board joins the IGA Red Oval Partnership to enhance pork promotions, offering independent grocers valuable resources to boost sales and inspire meal ideas. Read the press release here.

INSTITUTE INSIGHTS

Supermarket Management Class — Early Bird Pricing Ends This Week!

Early Bird pricing for the popular Supermarket Management Class, led by the IGA Retail Learning Institute, ends Friday, February 27. Book now to secure a seat for this immersive leadership experience in April.

NOMINATIONS OPEN

Women of Influence Nominations Open

The Shelby-Griffin Report is accepting nominations for the Women of Influence in the Food Industry awards. Submit your nomination by March 16 for women with a strong results-oriented job performance, exemplary leadership skills, and civic and philanthropic work.

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