Independents / Regional Grocers

MAULDIN, S.C. -- Pet supplies are being increased nearly five-fold in expanded pet sections that are gradually being rolled out at Bi-Lo here.The latest expansion took place last month when the Ahold-owned chain added four additional enlarged pet-supply centers. The centers are about 108 feet, said a trade observer.There are now a total of five large pet-supply sets in the 259-store chain. The first

byJoel Elson