Lufkin-based Brookshire Brothers is turning up its growth pattern in the coming year.  The 100% employee-owned regional grocer announces plans to open stores in four rural markets starting this fall in Grapeland, Texas.  The announcement coincides with the company’s 95th birthday and its legacy of serving communities throughout Texas and western Louisiana. In making the announcement, COO John Alston says, “Each store will be tailored to meet the specific needs of the communities in which they are located.

These new super-easy patriotic ideas are perfect for a crowd and easy enough for those little firecrackers to make themselves.1. Fresh Fruit Flag  ...

Fresh mushrooms are truly a cook’s best friend. Whether you need just a little something to dress things up or add a whole new dimension of flavor, your answer is mushrooms! ...

Chill out and beat the summer heat with this delicious mix of Simply Lemonade and fresh berries.Ingredients:Simply LemonadeFresh blueberries and raspberriesIce pop molds and sticksInstructions:Pour Simply Lemonade into ice pop mold.Add blueberries and raspberries.Freeze & enjoy.Also, you can use any of your favorite Simply Beverages. Tip: Soak ice pop mold in warm water to loosen and remove the ice pop.

The month of May brings a welcome break from school and lots of anticipation for the summer. The days are getting longer, it is warm enough for swimming, and baseball season is in full swing. With the warmer weather, May also gives us an exciting array of fresh produce. Here are two recipes with the Produce Pick of the Month for May – blackberries! Mascarpone Dip with Balsamic Basil Blackberries ...

Be Aware. Be Prepared. As hurricane season begins, we encourage you to gather supplies and create a Disaster and Emergency Preparedness Kit. When a disaster hits, having the right emergency supplies can mean the difference between life and death. Be ready for whatever storm lies ahead by packing these supplies in a ready-to-go fashion.

Planning a graduation party can be daunting—even for the pros.  Read these practical tips that can be applied to your own graduation bash.Easy but Artful! ...

Egg production has been a hot button in the food industry recently.  Some companies throughout the egg supply chain have made public announcements about working toward ‘cage-free’ egg production.  Brookshire Brothers joins with other retailers in promoting an industry-wide evolution toward more cage-free egg production.

Rich vanilla ice cream in the refreshing Southern Breeze Sweet Tea. The number of scoops is up to you.  ...