Linda Price+FollowKroger pulls plug on Concord delivery hubA massive, high-tech delivery center that promised 700 new jobs in Concord now sits empty after Kroger, Harris Teeter’s parent company, quietly canceled the project. The $92 million facility was supposed to boost local employment and bring cutting-edge grocery delivery to the Charlotte area. Instead, the site’s future is up in the air, and many are left wondering what’s next for the community. With Kroger shifting focus to third-party delivery apps, what does this mean for local jobs and the future of grocery shopping in our region? Let’s talk about how this impacts Concord and beyond. #Business #ConcordNC #Kroger00Share
john57+FollowIs Uber Eats the Future of Grocery Shopping?Kroger just rolled out nationwide delivery through Uber's apps, letting you order everything from fresh produce to household staples with a few taps. As the lines blur between tech and retail, is this the ultimate convenience or a sign we’re trading privacy and local jobs for speed? Would you trust your weekly groceries to a rideshare platform? Let’s debate the impact of this tech-powered grocery revolution. #Tech #Kroger #UberEats10Share
Kim Reeves+FollowKroger’s Big Boss Shuffle: What It Means for ShoppersKroger just switched up its top team, moving some longtime store leaders into new roles and saying goodbye to a couple of veterans. What’s this mean for you? Expect some fresh ideas in your local aisles and maybe a few new faces on those “Manager’s Special” signs. It’s like your favorite grocery store getting a mini-makeover—hopefully with better deals and smoother shopping ahead! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Kroger00Share
Annette Jones+FollowColumbus’ favorite Kroger buys in 2025Bananas, bakery treats, and enough frozen pizzas to circle the globe—Columbus shoppers really showed up at Kroger in 2025! The new Yearly Checkout feature reveals just how much we’re stocking up: think 1 billion burgers’ worth of beef and cereal to fill the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. On top of all that, Kroger’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste plan helped provide over 518 million meals to local communities last year. It’s wild to see what we buy the most and how it adds up. What’s your go-to Kroger item? Anything on this list surprise you? #Food #Columbus #Kroger00Share
fnixon+FollowKroger Sells Vitacost: What It Means for ShoppersHeads up, online vitamin shoppers: Kroger just sold Vitacost to iHerb! If you’re used to stocking up on supplements at Vitacost, expect things to stay pretty smooth, but you might see more global brands and deals pop up. Kroger’s move is all about focusing on groceries, while iHerb wants to grow its health empire. It’s a reminder to keep an eye on your favorite online stores—ownership changes can mean new perks (or new prices). #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Kroger70Share
Amanda Carroll+FollowKroger Shakes Up Grocery Game—Store Closings AheadHeads up, grocery shoppers: Kroger is shutting down 60 stores across the country over the next year and a half. The company says it’s all about focusing on their best locations and opening new ones where business is booming. This comes after their big merger with Albertsons fell through, so expect some changes in your local food run—especially if you live in states like California, Illinois, or Virginia. Time to check if your go-to spot is on the list! #Business #LocalBusiness #Kroger00Share
carlsongary+FollowKroger Closed on Christmas: Plan Ahead!Heads up, last-minute shoppers: Kroger and pretty much every other big grocery store will be closed on Christmas Day. If you forget the cranberry sauce or run out of snacks, you’re out of luck until Dec. 26. The holiday shutdown isn’t just groceries—banks, post offices, and even the stock market take the day off. Pro tip: double-check your pantry before Christmas Eve so you’re not stuck with takeout or leftovers! #Business #LocalBusiness #Kroger00Share
Renee Hodges+FollowKroger Lady Drama: Top Shelf EditionA simple request for help at Kroger turned into TikTok chaos! A woman asked a man to grab something from the top shelf, but his wife wasn’t having it. Now dubbed the ‘Kroger lady,’ she says you should always ask the wife first. The internet? Not so sure—people are roasting her for being insecure, while others say it’s about respect. Would you be cool with your partner helping a stranger? #Relationships #Kroger #ViralMoment00Share
Nicole Washington+FollowWhy Your Grocery Bill Feels Higher LatelyEver wonder why your grocery bill keeps creeping up? Kroger, one of the biggest supermarket chains, admitted to hiking prices more than necessary during the pandemic—just as it tried to merge with Albertsons for a $24.6 billion deal. Regulators hit pause, worried that fewer grocery choices could mean even higher prices for us. The drama? Kroger’s price moves made it tough to convince anyone that bigger means better deals for shoppers. Lesson: When stores get too big, your wallet can feel the squeeze. #Business #LocalBusiness #Kroger00Share
John Romero+FollowArlington’s Kroger gets a fresh new lookThe Kroger at Highway 360 and East Arkansas Lane just reopened after a major remodel, and it’s already making waves in Arlington. Shoppers are buzzing about the updated layout, brighter aisles, and expanded fresh food sections. It’s not just a facelift—there are more local products and convenient features that could change the way folks in the neighborhood shop for groceries. If you’ve stopped by, what’s your favorite new feature? And if you haven’t, are you planning to check it out soon? Let’s talk about how this upgrade could shape our weekly routines! #Shopping #ArlingtonTX #Kroger00Share
