Thriftway Market Expands Digital Offerings

Coupons and deals from Thriftway is just text away as the Neligh and Tilden grocery stores continue to keep up in a digital world.

“Customers can get text messages with coupons on their phones, they can download our app or they can get coupons on Facebook and our website,” said Ronda Schwager. “We’re doing lots of things to be more trendy and digital.”

Thriftway Market, which is celebrating nearly 20 years of serving the public for their grocery needs, has also set up meal planning tips and advice through their app, which is available in the app store.

The app has a list of recipes that rotate through the seasons, or you can import your own recipes. Once you have the recipes entered on your devices, you can add the items you will need to your grocery list and bring it on your phone with you to the store.

“It’s really easy to use,” Schwager said. “It’s a great way for people to look through what’s available on the go.”

Schwager said the website is similar to the app, so customers can use either one and be able to view the recipes and meals. Also, Thriftway has coupons that they list online that customers can bring into the store.

One of the biggest changes at the Neligh location was offering alcohol and liquor sales last summer.

Schwager said sales have exceeded expectations, and the store is already looking to expand its offerings.

“It’s very convenient for customers to purchase alcohol while getting their groceries, so it’s been a great addition to the store,” she said. “We’re taking a closer look at what items are selling and what isn’t and will try to narrow that down as we expand our offerings.”

Schwager said the stores serve people from across the county, not just Neligh and Tilden. She said the meat and produce departments not only attract customers from other communities, but they also keep local customers from shopping elsewhere. Schwager said the Thriftway team is dedicated to providing great products at the best possible price as they promote shopping local.
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For a weekly list of deals going at Thriftway, customers can text 41570. The Thriftway app is also available for download.