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July 4th Open Hours in Jacksonville: Who’s Open and When
local-news7 days ago

July 4th Open Hours in Jacksonville: Who’s Open and When

Jacksonville-area stores will have varied Independence Day hours: Publix and Winn-Dixie operate on regular hours; Aldi opens but closes at 4 p.m.; Trader Joe’s closes around 5 p.m.; The Fresh Market is open 8 a.m.–9 p.m.; Whole Foods Jacksonville 8 a.m.–6 p.m. Big-box retailers: Target 8 a.m.–10 p.m.; Walmart 6 a.m.–11 p.m.; Costco closed all day. CVS stores 8 a.m.–10 p.m., with in-store pharmacies 10 a.m.–2 p.m.; Walgreens hours vary by location. Starbucks and Dunkin’ are open with location-dependent hours—check ahead.

Publix Expands Footprint with Five New Stores in Florida and Kentucky
business1 month ago

Publix Expands Footprint with Five New Stores in Florida and Kentucky

Publix will open five new stores by early July—four in Florida (Bradenton, Winter Haven, Davenport, Fernandina Beach) and one in Cold Spring, Kentucky—as part of its Southeast expansion, bringing its total to more than 1,400 locations. Openings are scheduled between June 11 and July 2, and Publix—founded in 1930 in Winter Haven—employs over 260,000 people.

Maryland bans personalized pricing in groceries, first in the U.S.
policy2 months ago

Maryland bans personalized pricing in groceries, first in the U.S.

Maryland becomes the first U.S. state to prohibit retailers and third-party services from using personal data to set higher prices in grocery stores. Gov. Wes Moore signed the law, which includes exemptions for loyalty programs and promotions and has critics warning of weak enforcement and loopholes. If successful, it could spur similar bills in other states, while federal action on surveillance pricing remains limited.

california-politics-and-policy3 months ago

California moves to label not-ultraprocessed foods with a new grocery seal

A California bill would create the nation’s first 'California Certified' seal for non-ultraprocessed foods, with certification starting by 2028 and mandatory display in stores; the measure fits a bipartisan push to curb ultraprocessed foods and follows related state actions on school lunches and dye bans, drawing both public support and industry pushback.

Six Major Grocers Slammed for Meat Department Woes
business4 months ago

Six Major Grocers Slammed for Meat Department Woes

A consumer roundup flags six large chains—Stop & Shop, Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Target, Publix, and Sam’s Club—for problematic meat departments, including mislabeling and incorrect expiration dates, inflated prices, lack of in-house butchery expertise, and issues like unrefrigerated or discolored meat. The piece suggests shoppers be vigilant, compare prices, and consider alternative retailers when buying meat.

Democrats Move to Ban Facial-Recognition and Surge Pricing in Groceries
politics4 months ago

Democrats Move to Ban Facial-Recognition and Surge Pricing in Groceries

Democratic lawmakers introduced the Stop Price Gouging in Grocery Stores Act of 2026 to ban surveillance and surge pricing in large grocery stores, require disclosure of facial-recognition use, and prohibit electronic shelf labels. The bill aims to prevent price discrimination and follows growing legislative interest after studies suggested price variation and industry experiments; the UFCW supports the effort, while previous administrations eyed a broader FTC study on the issue.

Christmas 2025 Store Hours: Which Retailers Are Open or Closed
holidays6 months ago

Christmas 2025 Store Hours: Which Retailers Are Open or Closed

Many convenience stores and drugstores will be open on Christmas Day 2025, with most grocery stores closed or operating with reduced hours. Notable exceptions include 7-Eleven, Circle K, and Wawa, which are mostly open 24 hours, while pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens will have limited hours or be closed in some locations. It's advised to check specific store websites for exact hours and availability.

What Stores and Restaurants Are Open on Christmas Day 2025?
local-business6 months ago

What Stores and Restaurants Are Open on Christmas Day 2025?

Most major stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day 2025, but some convenience stores like CVS, Walgreens, and 7-Eleven are open, along with select restaurants such as Applebee's, Domino's, IHOP, and some McDonald's locations. Post offices and the stock market are closed, while UPS only offers limited delivery services. It's advisable to check specific store hours before visiting.