Richard Petty in Knoxville today

Betsi JamesOur Town Eats, West Knox County

NASCAR champion Richard Petty will visit with Food City associates and customers at 9565 Middlebrook Pike today (12/8) from 2-4 p.m. The Middlebrook Food City raised the most funds during the company’s annual PVA (Paralyzed Veterans of America) fundraising campaign.

Thanks to the tremendous generosity of our loyal customers and associates, the Middlebrook Pike Food City raised over $13,000. These funds will benefit the life-changing programs and services PVA provides in support of America’s veterans so they can live full, productive lives after injury.

Petty is a seven-time NASCAR champion and a spokesperson for PVA. I’ll be there taking a selfie and I hope to see you there as well.

Friends & Pets in Need is in its fourth year. Food City customers may purchase a bag of non-perishable food items or pet food products for $10. After buying the bag, customer deposits it in a barrel at front of store. Promotion runs through December.

Holiday hiring: Food City continues to hire for full- or part-time jobs, entry-level or skilled positions. Interested candidates, can apply online at FoodCity.com or visit any Food City store to complete an application.

Betsi James is special events manager for Food City’s Knoxville and Chattanooga divisions.

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