Publix

[GaryW]

Got some info a Publix going in at 466a and 462 behind the Sumter Service Center. Kinda close to Colony Plaza... Have to see if it comes to be.

[BogeyBoy]

Got some info a Publix going in at 466a and 462 behind the Sumter Service Center. Kinda close to Colony Plaza... Have to see if it comes to be.

That is where Sweetbay originally was going to locate. Then they changed the location to down on 44, near Buena Vista. Now the newspaper says 33 (I think) locations are shutting down in Florida - but not shutting down in TV. Don't know if they will build on 44.

[ROCKETMAN]

Got some info a Publix going in at 466a and 462 behind the Sumter Service Center. Kinda close to Colony Plaza... Have to see if it comes to be.

I work at publix-district man. told me sometime in 2014 will be built. We are running out of storage space for cool and frozen items. Have to rent a semi to store items right now.:wave:

[NotGolfer]

As far as being close....there are two Publix on 441. One is in that strip mall near the hospital across from Lowe's. The other one is in the strip mall in Spanish Springs....not that far apart plus both are good sized stores! They "need" to build something on the south end as Colony is crazy busy! Drive past during the day...the parking lot is jammed/full. Also Walgreens on that end as well needs some help by having a CVS nearby.

[cquick]

And we need a WENDY's......AND an Ace Hardware....AND a dentist! Oh, and a Cracker Barrel, and a Bob Evans or a Denny's or any cafe that serves a nice breakfast.

[jblum315]

We already have all of those

[memason]

We already have all of those

Yes, but not in the south end... Would be nice to have more in the 466A area.

[Cantwaittoarrive]

Yes, but not in the south end... Would be nice to have more in the 466A area.

I would agree but on the other hand it saves me money. I'm much less likely to buy something on impulse when I have to travel further.

[janmcn]

As far as being close....there are two Publix on 441. One is in that strip mall near the hospital across from Lowe's. The other one is in the strip mall in Spanish Springs....not that far apart plus both are good sized stores! They "need" to build something on the south end as Colony is crazy busy! Drive past during the day...the parking lot is jammed/full. Also Walgreens on that end as well needs some help by having a CVS nearby.

The Publix across from Lowe's was originally opened as an Albertson's in 2002 and became a Publix when Publix bought most of the Albertson chain a few years ago.

[Lbmb24101]

As far as being close....there are two Publix on 441. One is in that strip mall near the hospital across from Lowe's. The other one is in the strip mall in Spanish Springs....not that far apart plus both are good sized stores! They "need" to build something on the south end as Colony is crazy busy! Drive past during the day...the parking lot is jammed/full. Also Walgreens on that end as well needs some help by having a CVS nearby.

I wholeheartedly AGRE E w you, Not Golfer!!

[ROCKETMAN]

The Publix across from Lowe's was originally opened as an Albertson's in 2002 and became a Publix when Publix bought most of the Albertson chain a few years ago.

The only reason this store stays open is the liquor store next store which publix also owns. Publix would not of bought this store if the liquor store was not included.

[Shimpy]

And we need a WENDY's......AND an Ace Hardware....AND a dentist! Oh, and a Cracker Barrel, and a Bob Evans or a Denny's or any cafe that serves a nice breakfast.

That's what we need, especially a place to get a good breakfast. The only breakfast available now is Bonifay and it's overpriced for a long wait for an omlet or powdered eggs in a cold buffet. I'd love to see an Athens ,Sunrise Cafe, or Billy's diner. I doubt if you'd see an Ace since there is already one in Wildwood. Dentists are there and a dime a dozen anywhere.
Like was said, Publix everyday is like Thanksgiving eve and I'm suprised they won't open until 2014. Sweetbay is right now doubtful.

[SALYBOW]

As far as being close....there are two Publix on 441. One is in that strip mall near the hospital across from Lowe's. The other one is in the strip mall in Spanish Springs....not that far apart plus both are good sized stores! They "need" to build something on the south end as Colony is crazy busy! Drive past during the day...the parking lot is jammed/full. Also Walgreens on that end as well needs some help by having a CVS nearby.

From where I live it takes about 8 minutes to drive to Publix on 466a. To get to either of the Publix stores on 441 is 22+ minutes. That is not acceptable for a gallon of mike or really even for the bulk of my shopping. It takes about 9-10 mins to Sweetbay but we know their selection is limited. Once you get to Publix lot it is a struggle for the next two hours to get a spot and to get in and out. Add to the fact that is it basically unsafe to shop there even if only from a fire egress point of view. I wonder how much over the legal limit they are for fire code?

If we are making a "south Villages" wish list I would like a Trader Joes and a Walmart or a Target superstore. A Wendy would be nice as well as some decent restaurants. When I moved here they never mentioned we would be the ******* step children for so long. In 2009 they said retail was coming to 466a. I guess they meant the tire store since that is the only new place I can think of. We are on our knees down here.:pray: Oh yeah, put Costco on that list.

[skyc6]

Got some info a Publix going in at 466a and 462 behind the Sumter Service Center. Kinda close to Colony Plaza... Have to see if it comes to be.

Where is the Sumter Service Center? There already is a Publix at Colony.

[skyc6]

Where is the Sumter Service Center? There already is a Publix at Colony.

Duh! My bad! Forget the previous post--I know where that is.

[jbdlfan]

From where I live it takes about 8 minutes to drive to Publix on 466a. To get to either of the Publix stores on 441 is 22+ minutes. That is not acceptable for a gallon of mike or really even for the bulk of my shopping. It takes about 9-10 mins to Sweetbay but we know their selection is limited. Once you get to Publix lot it is a struggle for the next two hours to get a spot and to get in and out. Add to the fact that is it basically unsafe to shop there even if only from a fire egress point of view. I wonder how much over the legal limit they are for fire code?

If we are making a "south Villages" wish list I would like a Trader Joes and a Walmart or a Target superstore. A Wendy would be nice as well as some decent restaurants. When I moved here they never mentioned we would be the ******* step children for so long. In 2009 they said retail was coming to 466a. I guess they meant the tire store since that is the only new place I can think of. We are on our knees down here.:pray: Oh yeah, put Costco on that list.

Not sure if this is supposed to be a joke or that you are serious. It takes a "whole" 8 minutes to get to the store! If you can get to 441 Publix in 20 and 466a in 8, I figure you can get to 466 in 10. But seriously, that takes too long?????? Your retired for goodness sakes! Maybe they will build an eatery, grocery store, movie theater, dr.'s office and a dentist at your mail slot!!!!!
Geez, I'm still working and am never in that big of a hurry.....

[Happinow]

We, South of 466a are left to be stranded. Do they really think that one little plaza that contains an over crowded grocery store is enough to appease us??? It's so frustrating to try to go get a few items at Publix. We must have another grocery store and a target, or better yet a Walmart closer to us. The closest one is in Leesburgh on 441 which is a dump. I sure hope things grow quickly at this end of town so our lives will be just a bit more simple and convenient.

[Grannynance]

Happinow-your not in n.y. now. Do you really think that a lot of what you ask for will be build? Last summer you did make a visit to the area what did you expect? Your in a large housing build up there are many through out the u.s. , you have stores to shop in within the area stop complain you surely knew what you were getting into. As for calling local stores dump that is making friend and getting along with the local people. Many people shopped in the leesburg store before 466 was build.
Just the other day you posted that you had to park your golf cart way over by the golf store to get to publix, what a great walk

[OldDave]

We're getting a bit testy here folks.

[BogeyBoy]

We've all been through this. When we first moved to Virginia Trace we had to go to the Publix up on 466. It was crowded, there was no Sweetbay and Publix was the only game in town. And everyone north and south of 466 was in there shopping.

When we moved to Hemingway Publix seemed deserted. I agree that now it is crowded but be patient and more markets will start popping up.

Think about all the places you've lived over the years - was there always a grocery store just 3 minutes away? Was your favorite restaurant right down the street?

If it takes you two hours to find a parking spot and shop at Publix you must be circling for that perfect spot and really buying a lot of groceries.

[Happinow]

Happinow-your not in n.y. now. Do you really think that a lot of what you ask for will be build? Last summer you did make a visit to the area what did you expect? Your in a large housing build up there are many through out the u.s. , you have stores to shop in within the area stop complain you surely knew what you were getting into. As for calling local stores dump that is making friend and getting along with the local people. Many people shopped in the leesburg store before 466 was build.
Just the other day you posted that you had to park your golf cart way over by the golf store to get to publix, what a great walk

I think it's not really about me....from what I read on this forum many agree that we need more stores at this end of town. I feel that you are attacking me for my opinion. That's uncalled for. I just figured that with so many folks voicing that there needs to be more stores down this way, someone may read it and pass the word along. Who knows.....maybe they will build it. The people,will surely come. And, from what I see with Walmart, the one on 441 is quite run down compared to let's say....466. Just my observation. And, When I shop anywhere, be it a crowded parking lot or a fairly empty one I park way out in no mans land. I do it for two reasons....first so nobody will open their car door into my new SUV......I really would rather not have my doors all dinged up, and.....I get some exercise by walking. I love to walk and stay pretty fit. I was saying that I had to park all the way by the golf cart store because it gives people an idea of just how crowded it was. I would have parked there anyway. Please don't make this thread a personal one.....I'm just putting my 2 cents in just like everyone else.

[shcisamax]

And we need a WENDY's......AND an Ace Hardware....AND a dentist! Oh, and a Cracker Barrel, and a Bob Evans or a Denny's or any cafe that serves a nice breakfast.


Please no more chain restaurants although a Paneras or NY Bagels or a TooJays (yayayayaya) would be fine. There is already a MacDonalds...BTW: There is an ACE on 301 next to Wells Fargo.

[gomoho]

Knowing Happinow as I do from this forum I doubt there were any complaints in the post. Simply an opinion that many of us share and I agree no need to attack on a personal level. I am in Hadley and shop at the Colony Publix and it is ridiculous. Always crowded, parking difficult, but the good news is they have lots of cashiers so the lines don't get too bad. Hopefully we will see some relief in the next few years.

[ilovetv]

Colony Publix is overcrowded in the morning but not bad in late p.m. and evening. Another supermarket in the new sections south of 466-A is truly needed, as are Bob Evans, Denny's types of places.

Target would be an instant success in the southern end, too. Lots of us want to avoid Walmart no matter how conveniently located they are.

[GatorFan]

There is a nice Winn Dixie in Wildwood. Only about 10 minute drive.

[Peachie]

There is a nice Winn Dixie in Wildwood. Only about 10 minute drive.



Ssssshhhh! :icon_wink:

[anarick]

Where is the nearest Cracker Barrel? Love their pancakes.
Is there a list of all of the stores available in TV??

[Bill-n-Brillo]

There's a Cracker Barrel on 27/441 a bit north of SS.

Bill :)

[fofd1091]

there is a old saying in the south,If you don't like it ,don't buy it !
take it for what its worth to you.
You can not make everyone happy!

[ilovetv]

there is a old saying in the south,

If you don't like it, don't buy it!

take it for what its worth to you.
You can not make everyone happy!

Great saying! It's a simple freedom people often forget about.

Are there other variations of that saying, in other regions of the country?

[DougB]

Calm down and take a few deep breaths. Relax and enjoy that we get to live where many can only dream of living. Don't want to upset anyone, but i kind of see where the younger generation is getting their need for instant gratification.

[Shirleevee]

As far as being close....there are two Publix on 441. One is in that strip mall near the hospital across from Lowe's. The other one is in the strip mall in Spanish Springs....not that far apart plus both are good sized stores! They "need" to build something on the south end as Colony is crazy busy! Drive past during the day...the parking lot is jammed/full. Also Walgreens on that end as well needs some help by having a CVS nearby.


Someone told me a new Walgreems is in the works probably closer to 44:MOJE_whot:

[Shirleevee]

Happinow-your not in n.y. now. Do you really think that a lot of what you ask for will be build? Last summer you did make a visit to the area what did you expect? Your in a large housing build up there are many through out the u.s. , you have stores to shop in within the area stop complain you surely knew what you were getting into. As for calling local stores dump that is making friend and getting along with the local people. Many people shopped in the leesburg store before 466 was build.
Just the other day you posted that you had to park your golf cart way over by the golf store to get to publix, what a great walk

Good post!

I lived in NY (Staten Island/Brooklyn) and we travelled to get to stores......Walmart, the closest to the NY area is in Woodbridge NJ......and there is a $6.oo toll involved........Bless The Villages where we can take our golf carts and enjoy the ride. I shop at Southern Trace & Colony and love the 11 and 12 minute trips.

[Patty55]

Colony Publix is overcrowded in the morning but not bad in late p.m. and evening. Another supermarket in the new sections south of 466-A is truly needed, as are Bob Evans, Denny's types of places.

Target would be an instant success in the southern end, too. Lots of us want to avoid Walmart no matter how conveniently located they are.

I don't have a problem with Colony Publix, sure it can be a little crowded, but I have never had a problem finding parking. The workers there are great, really keep things moving.

Please, NO MORE WALMARTS, just the thought of going to one gives me an anxiety attack. Shopping carts of ill behaved children chirping like dolphins-I pass.

Some place that serves breakfast all day would be a good thing.

[sueandskip]

And we need a WENDY's......AND an Ace Hardware....AND a dentist! Oh, and a Cracker Barrel, and a Bob Evans or a Denny's or any cafe that serves a nice breakfast.

Every one of these are in the villages somewhere...Maybe not across the street from where you live but there ....

[sueandskip]

Please no more chain restaurants although a Paneras or NY Bagels or a TooJays (yayayayaya) would be fine. There is already a MacDonalds...BTW: There is an ACE on 301 next to Wells Fargo.

I will say that you can't hardly beat the chain resataraunts for quality and consistancy and price...I love olive garden and red lobster ,out back and restaraunts like this....They never let me down no matter where they are located....

[jblum315]

We've all been through this. When we first moved to Virginia Trace we had to go to the Publix up on 466. It was crowded, there was no Sweetbay and Publix was the only game in town. And everyone north and south of 466 was in there shopping.

When we moved to Hemingway Publix seemed deserted. I agree that now it is crowded but be patient and more markets will start popping up.

Think about all the places you've lived over the years - was there always a grocery store just 3 minutes away? Was your favorite restaurant right down the street?

If it takes you two hours to find a parking spot and shop at Publix you must be circling for that perfect spot and really buying a lot of groceries.
lLiving in the NY suburbs, I drove 12 miles to work every day. From there, 3 miles to supermarket. Then 15 miles home. I could buy milk at the nearby CVS, but not bread or fresh fruit. The Big Box stores were 20 miles away, as well as Bloomingdales etc.
If you get up and go to Publix at 8 in the morning it is empty.

[workingonit]

for those who do not like the wait at Walgreens in the Colony Plaza, there is a CVS on 44, not 5 min away from Brownwood.

[shcisamax]

lLiving in the NY suburbs, I drove 12 miles to work every day. From there, 3 miles to supermarket. Then 15 miles home. I could buy milk at the nearby CVS, but not bread or fresh fruit. The Big Box stores were 20 miles away, as well as Bloomingdales etc.
If you get up and go to Publix at 8 in the morning it is empty.

So true. Where I lived, I had an unbelievably great ride of 3 minutes into "town" but still had to drive 20 minutes to a Walmart, Target, Costco or a "chain store" or a chain restaurant. I was so amazed to see how much was within a 10 minute drive here from any point in TV. I am actually one of the ones who would like them to forego making 466A a duplicate of 466 leaving it to be a bit of rural beauty and a reality check that you are in Florida and not the TV bubble :)...hoping development will all take place down on the other side of Bwood but it looks like that is not going to happen.

[Cantwaittoarrive]

lLiving in the NY suburbs, I drove 12 miles to work every day. From there, 3 miles to supermarket. Then 15 miles home. I could buy milk at the nearby CVS, but not bread or fresh fruit. The Big Box stores were 20 miles away, as well as Bloomingdales etc.
If you get up and go to Publix at 8 in the morning it is empty.

I didn't grow up in NY but virtually the same story. It amazes me that we have such a variety of shops and eatery's all with in 5 miles no matter where you live in TV

[paulandjean]

The best store in my opinion that we have here in the villages,is Wal-Mart. They have everything that you need.

[gomoho]

The best store in my opinion that we have here in the villages,is Wal-Mart. They have everything that you need.

If you can tolerate shopping there!

[justjim]

The best store in my opinion that we have here in the villages,is Wal-Mart. They have everything that you need.

:posting: This will bring some "thoughts". It appears that TOTV is about equally divided on Wal-Mart. If you live on the south end of TV, it is certainly not convenient to shop there. Personally, I'm not "crazy" about their food store.

[cquick]

Every one of these are in the villages somewhere...Maybe not across the street from where you live but there ....

but I want one closer to me....and we don't have anyplace for a decent breakfast at Colony.

[cquick]

Please no more chain restaurants although a Paneras or NY Bagels or a TooJays (yayayayaya) would be fine. There is already a MacDonalds...BTW: There is an ACE on 301 next to Wells Fargo.

yes, I forgot about that one in Wildwood....thanks for reminding me....it's a great store

[graciegirl]

I think it's not really about me....from what I read on this forum many agree that we need more stores at this end of town. I feel that you are attacking me for my opinion. That's uncalled for. I just figured that with so many folks voicing that there needs to be more stores down this way, someone may read it and pass the word along. Who knows.....maybe they will build it. The people,will surely come. And, from what I see with Walmart, the one on 441 is quite run down compared to let's say....466. Just my observation. And, When I shop anywhere, be it a crowded parking lot or a fairly empty one I park way out in no mans land. I do it for two reasons....first so nobody will open their car door into my new SUV......I really would rather not have my doors all dinged up, and.....I get some exercise by walking. I love to walk and stay pretty fit. I was saying that I had to park all the way by the golf cart store because it gives people an idea of just how crowded it was. I would have parked there anyway. Please don't make this thread a personal one.....I'm just putting my 2 cents in just like everyone else.

The Publix on 466a is the highest grossing Publix in the ENTIRE chain I heard recently from someone who I trust.

The Walmart of which you speak is frequented by the locals and it is older but has many things we couldn't find at the other two. Personally I liked it and went there a lot when we lived in Hadley.

The opening of stores is based on the economy. Someone said that no major mall has opened in the entire U.S. in the last ten years. I am not sure of the validity of the statement, but it wouldn't surprise me.

Expansion is on hold for a lot of major chains these days. I feel sure that they are consulting the demographers and our area and the area close to 466a is high on their lists and new locations will open as soon as things get a little better economically everywhere.

Many people who recently built new homes near 466 may have done so because it was close to existing stores. We didn't do it for that reason but find it very convenient as I am sure Jane does in her Village and Barefoot certainly does because she moved from one home to the other in Belvedere.

When we lived in Hadley it was a little farther to drive to Lowes and Home Depot and it seemed we were there a lot when you are outfitting a new home, but it was no farther than it was from our home in Ohio. (or is it further?...sorry Mrs. Belcher)

The developer will gladly build when they get contracts from chains and stores...so we can't blame him.

As Bogie Shooter often says. Patience, Grasshopper.

[OldDave]

Gracie, I certainly agree. I do know one fairly new mall. This summer when we drove up to Ocala, there was a relatively new mall there that was lovely. It was also almost completely empty. We asked at one of the few stores open and were told it was full when built a few years ago, but when the economy collapsed, so it it.

While this is a trend nation wide, it is much worse in areas that depend heavily on tourism. I also wonder how businesses in TV feel about 3 really busy months, and 9 not so much. That's got to be difficult.

I'm sure that new southern area will develop, but I think it will be slowly. I couldn't help but notice how many empty space there were up around Walmart and to the east. Sure looked like they planned on building a lot more stuff there than ever happened.

[Bogie Shooter]

Gracie, I certainly agree. I do know one fairly new mall. This summer when we drove up to Ocala, there was a relatively new mall there that was lovely. It was also almost completely empty. We asked at one of the few stores open and were told it was full when built a few years ago, but when the economy collapsed, so it it.

While this is a trend nation wide, it is much worse in areas that depend heavily on tourism. I also wonder how businesses in TV feel about 3 really busy months, and 9 not so much. That's got to be difficult.

I'm sure that new southern area will develop, but I think it will be slowly. I couldn't help but notice how many empty space there were up around Walmart and to the east. Sure looked like they planned on building a lot more stuff there than ever happened.

If the mall you are referring to is out on SR 200...........that mall was never full.

[Patty55]

The best store in my opinion that we have here in the villages,is Wal-Mart. They have everything that you need.

I guess it depends on what you "need". I have never felt the need for such a place.

[graciegirl]

I guess it depends on what you "need". I have never felt the need for such a place.

Walmart has tremendous buying power because it has so many stores and is able to get things cheaper for that reason. The cost of food is escalating so fast recently it certainly has MY attention. You can buy staples, cereal, flour, cleaning supplies, and many other things there quite a bit cheaper than other places.

I don't really like the fresh produce for some reason, it doesn't look all spiffily kept like Publix but who really knows about where your parsnips have been? ;)

Some people have other reasons for not shopping there, but it hasn't kept me from going there.

I had folks over to dinner last week and paid...SEVENTEEN dollars for a chuck roast to feed five.

I know. I sound old.:grumpy:

[mulligan]

not old, gracie, experienced.

[janmcn]

Wal-Mart's latest trend seems to be building grocery-only stores throughout Florida. These stores are much smaller, sell only groceries - no clothes, no tires, etc. - and are designed to fit into the neighborhoods; ie no big box stores. At least a half dozen have opened in the Tampa area in the past year and seem to be very successful.

Publix needs some competition or they will be able to charge $10 for a loaf of bread. They bought most of the Albertson's, Sweet Bay is teetering on the brink, and this leaves only Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart. Hopefully these new Wal-Mart stores will help by competing with others to keep prices lower.

[paulandjean]

If you can tolerate shopping there!

What would be to tolerate there?

[mrfixit]

Publix needs some competition or they will be able to charge $10 for a loaf of bread. They bought most of the Albertson's,

SWEET BAY IS TEETERING ON THE BRINK,

and this leaves only Publix, Winn-Dixie and Wal-Mart. Hopefully these new Wal-Mart stores will help by competing with others to keep prices lower.

....is just the Sweet Bay portion "teetering on the brink".......
or is their parent company.. FOOD-LION in trouble also ???

[Shimpy]

There is a nice Winn Dixie in Wildwood. Only about 10 minute drive.

I stay away from stores that advertise a sale price which is only for their customers that carry their card. Maybe no problem for a woman carrying a purse, but I'm not going to bother.

[janmcn]

....is just the Sweet Bay portion "teetering on the brink".......
or is their parent company.. FOOD-LION in trouble also ???

Sweet Bay is owned by Belgium-based Delhaize Group. The articles I've read in the newspaper say they cannot compete with the big chains; Publix and Wal-Mart.


Sweetbay store closings driven by Publix, Wal-Mart pressure, sagging parent company performance | Tampa Bay business news blog: Venture | Tampa Bay Times (http://www.tampabay.com/blogs/venturebiz/content/sweetbay-store-closings-driven-publix-wal-mart-pressure-sagging-parent-company-performance)

[graciegirl]

We need Krogers.

Or...I have heard a LOTof good stuff about a grocery store chain in Buffalo and in the eastern part of the US. I think it has two names.

[jbdlfan]

We need Krogers.

Or...I have heard a LOTof good stuff about a grocery store chain in Buffalo and in the eastern part of the US. I think it has two names.

I really miss Krogers......and Meijers.....
Triple coupons up to $2.00. Although they might not do that anymore.

[kfierle]

We need Krogers.

Or...I have heard a LOTof good stuff about a grocery store chain in Buffalo and in the eastern part of the US. I think it has two names.

Could you be talking about Wegmans? If so, it is based out of Rochester, NY. I will miss shopping at Wegmans when I retire this summer and start spending my winters at my home in The Villages!

Wegmans (http://www.wegmans.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10052&catalogId=10002&productId=734552) was again named by Fortune as one of "100 best companies to work for" for the 15th consecutive year.

[gomoho]

What would be to tolerate there?

Out of control children and people showing parts of their bodies I really would rather not see in the grocery store. To each his own.

[graciegirl]

Could you be talking about Wegmans? If so, it is based out of Rochester, NY. I will miss shopping at Wegmans when I retire this summer and start spending my winters at my home in The Villages!

Wegmans (http://www.wegmans.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?langId=-1&storeId=10052&catalogId=10002&productId=734552) was again named by Fortune as one of "100 best companies to work for" for the 15th consecutive year.


That's it. Why did I think it had two names. I have heard glowing reports on Wegmans.

[OldDave]

I continue to see a good many Walmart haters on TOTV. I've never understood that. I truly enjoy shopping at Walmart. Their employees are usually very friendly and helpful, and they carry more and different brands than our single other local choice, Dillons, which is owned by Kroger.

I guess some people just don't like a home grown company that has been so successful. Some complain about Walmart not being unionized, but in most parts of the country grocery stores aren't.

[paulandjean]

I continue to see a good many Walmart haters on TOTV. I've never understood that. I truly enjoy shopping at Walmart. Their employees are usually very friendly and helpful, and they carry more and different brands than our single other local choice, Dillons, which is owned by Kroger.

I guess some people just don't like a home grown company that has been so successful. Some complain about Walmart not being unionized, but in most parts of the country grocery stores aren't.

I have to agree with you.They create many jobs.

[Cisco Kid]

I continue to see a good many Walmart haters on TOTV. I've never understood that. I truly enjoy shopping at Walmart. Their employees are usually very friendly and helpful, and they carry more and different brands than our single other local choice, Dillons, which is owned by Kroger.

I guess some people just don't like a home grown company that has been so successful. Some complain about Walmart not being unionized, but in most parts of the country grocery stores aren't.

You must not be brainwashed yet.
You need to watch more TV.
The media will tell you what to think.
Big box bad
Big box bad
Big box bad
Big box bad

[OldDave]

Cisco, as I've proven with all the TV trivia quizzes the last few days, I don't think it would be humanly possible for me to watch MORE TV, lol.

[Virtual Geezer]

I stay away from stores that advertise a sale price which is only for their customers that carry their card. Maybe no problem for a woman carrying a purse, but I'm not going to bother.

Have a smart phone? There is an app for that.

VG

[mrfixit]

Sweet Bay is owned by Belgium-based Delhaize Group.

The articles I've read in the newspaper say they cannot compete with the big chains; Publix and Wal-Mart.


Thank you for the update......

........OOPS......I must have taken one heck of a LONG nap.......

Sweetbay (Food Lion) was obviously taken over by the "Buffalo" crew from Delhaize.

The OLD Food Lion headquarters in Salisbury, NC now has
new owners from Belgium. I learn something new every year.

[justjim]

I really miss Krogers......and Meijers.....
Triple coupons up to $2.00. Although they might not do that anymore.

Meijer---now that is a chain that gives Wal Mart competion in area's where they are located.

[GaryW]

Little story on Wally-World

TROUBLE FOR WALMART Page 1 of 2 | UTSanDiego.com (http://www.utsandiego.com/news/2012/apr/24/tp-trouble-for-walmart/)

http://topics.nytimes.com/top/news/business/companies/wal_mart_stores_inc/index.html

[graciegirl]

Got some info a Publix going in at 466a and 462 behind the Sumter Service Center. Kinda close to Colony Plaza... Have to see if it comes to be.

We REALLY got off topic and I helped as usual.


Bump to get us back to what the OP posted originally.

[jblum315]

Great for me! I can visit my 2 favorite places: the library and Publix same trip. If it ever happens, that is!