News Summary
South Charlotte will soon welcome a new Publix Supermarket on March 12th, located at 11525 Carmel Commons Blvd. This 55,477 square foot store is expected to create around 150 job opportunities for the local community. The Charlotte grocery market is competitive, but Publix continues to grow with its 24th location in the area. Exciting developments in grocery shopping are also in the pipeline, featuring new stores from different brands, including Food Lion and Wegmans.
Exciting News for South Charlotte Shoppers!
South Charlotte is about to get a little more bustling with the grand opening of a brand new Publix Supermarket on March 12th! Located at 11525 Carmel Commons Blvd, this new store boasts a generous 55,477 square feet of grocery goodness. Doors will open bright and early at 7 a.m., so early risers can get their shopping done and grab a cup of coffee.
Job Opportunities on the Rise
With this exciting expansion, Publix is looking to hire around 150 employees, both full-time and part-time. This is great news for those in the Charlotte area who are on the lookout for job opportunities. This means new jobs in the local community, and who doesn’t love a fresh start with a well-regarded company?
A Competitive Market
Charlotte’s grocery market is buzzing, with an estimated $10.2 billion at stake. Publix is currently sitting prettily at the fourth position in market share, trailing behind giants like Walmart, Harris Teeter, and Food Lion. The number of grocery stores in the Charlotte region has also seen an increase, rising from 722 stores in 2020 to 745 today, showcasing a growing demand for diverse grocery shopping options.
A Look Back
2014 marked the year Publix made its debut in North Carolina with a store in Ballantyne, and since then, Publix has blossomed into a beloved choice for shoppers across the region. The upcoming Quail Commons location will delightfully be the 24th Publix in the Charlotte area. Last October, a 50,000-square-foot store opened in Mooresville, showing no signs of slowing down in growth!
What’s Next for Publix?
In addition to the Quail Commons store, Publix has thrilling plans to open at least six more stores in the Charlotte area. Some of the upcoming projects include:
- 50,325 square feet in Wesley Chapel at Weddington and Waxhaw Indian Trail roads.
- A location at The Arboretum, currently under construction at Providence and Pineville-Matthews roads.
- A planned 28,000-square-foot store at the 10 Tryon building in uptown Charlotte.
- Another store in Clear Creek Crossings at Albemarle and Rocky River Church roads.
- A spacious 68,000-square-foot store at the corner of Sharon and Colony roads in South Park.
Other Grocers Making Moves
It’s not just Publix that’s making waves in Charlotte’s grocery scene. Food Lion recently opened a store in Troutman, while Sprouts Farmers Market is also gearing up for its own opening in summer 2024 in the One NoDa Park development. Plus, the area is welcomed by Charlotte’s first cooperative grocery store, Three Sisters Market, which is anticipated to open this year, filling a need in the community.
The Future of Grocery Shopping
Alongside these developments, there’s even more to look forward to. The Matthews Board of Commissioners has endorsed a grocery store plan featuring signage reminiscent of Trader Joe’s, while Mecklenburg County officials have allocated $1.5 million for an 8,000-square-foot Spangler’s store nearby.
To top it all off, a Wegmans store—a whopping 110,000 square feet—is expected to make its way to Charlotte by 2026. With all these changes, it’s safe to say that the competitive landscape of the grocery market in Charlotte is rapidly evolving, giving shoppers plenty of exciting options to choose from.
Mark your calendars and prepare your shopping lists! South Charlotte is ready to welcome Publix and all the culinary delights it brings!
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Additional Resources
- Charlotte Observer: Exciting News for South Charlotte Shoppers!
- WSOC TV: Publix Expanding Here Again
- Axios: What’s Next for Wegmans in North Carolina?
- Supermarket News: Publix Marches North
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Grocery Stores
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