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We all have our favorite places to shop, and we keep going back to the stores because we like the products, the prices, and the customer service. This is especially true when it comes to our preferred grocery store, as most of us do food shopping on a weekly basis. But it turns out America’s best supermarket is one you might not even know about yet.

America's Best Grocery Stores... HEB Not on the List?

The US Sun

A FUMING Kroger shopper has blasted the retailer’s self-checkout policy after a frustrating experience. Many shoppers say they’re tired of checking out their groceries by themselves. Customers are voicing their concerns on social media. “Thank you @kroger for reminding me why I hate your store,” one angry shopper wrote in an X post. “I usually […]

‘Left the cart in the aisle,’ despairs Kroger shopper after being forced to use self-checkout thanks to store’s decision

GOBankingRates

A June survey of 1,023 Americans (aged 18 and older) included several questions regarding major grocery store chains. When respondents were asked which grocery store they think provides the best value...

3 Grocery Stores That Are Helping You Fight Inflation Best

Chesterfield, MO

THE Cheesecake Factory has confirmed that its location in a mall will be permanently closed in just weeks. Along with the beloved American chain, all the other mall stores will shutter as the shopping center shuts down for good. The Cheesecake Factory in Chesterfield, Missouri - around 25 miles from...

The Cheesecake Factory confirms mall location is closing in weeks as all stores are warned to leave ahead of demolition

Hendersonville, NC

A FURIOUS Walmart shopper has hit out at the retailer, claiming their checkout process is disorganized and inefficient. The chain's reliance on self-checkout in several stores across the US has been a source of controversy for many. Shoppers have flooded to social media to complain about understaffed stores and long...

‘Just walked out’ fumes Walmart shopper who left cart with $130 of groceries after store had 19 unmanned registers

Florida State

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Edmond Thorne

The Florida AG Opened an Investigation into Complaints of Publix Price Gouging in April 2020. Now Publix is Caught Up Again As A Major Southeastern Grocer In A New FTC Pricing Investigation.

Publix & Other Grocers Now Being Investigated by FTC For Price Gouging After Customer Complaints

Consumers are still feeling the pinch at grocery stores, so it can feel extra good to get a freebie when you shop at your favorite supermarket. Several grocery chains around the country offer such freebies to shoppers. And there is no catch — you do not have to make a purchase to qualify for your gratis goodie.

6 Things You Can Get for Free at Grocery Stores

Tennessee State

Maryland Heights, MO

Rapper and actor Nelly is reportedly facing multiple charges after he was arrested in Missouri in the early hours of Wednesday, Aug 7. The musician, whose real name is Cornell Haynes II, was placed under arrest in Maryland Heights after law enforcement caught him in possession of a controlled substance. He also previously failed to appear on an old traffic charge.

Rapper and Actor Nelly Arrested in Missouri, Facing Multiple Charges

Smyrna, GA

A RETAILER has lost out to one of its rivals due to a push at checkout that is sending customers elsewhere. Janet Furgason from Georgia, took to Facebook to share how after several decades, she will no longer shop at Lowe’s. Her experience alone has been enough to see others flee the retailer. “I am […]

‘I will no longer be shopping at Lowes,’ customer says after being forced to use self-checkout thanks to store’s move

Mashed

Dollar Tree can be a place to get affordable food, but like other stores it has faced some large and serious food recalls throughout its history.

The Biggest Food Recalls In Dollar Tree's History

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One Walmart shopper is issuing a warning against buying meat at the massive retail chain—but the reason why isn’t strictly tied to Walmart. It seems that customers at stores such as Walmart believe it's acceptable to grab perishable items, such as meat or dairy, and then place them on any available shelf if they decide they no longer want them.

Walmart customer shares why they will never shop for meat at the store leaving viewers torn

Melbourne, FL

Akeena

A Burger King location in Melbourne, Florida, has been temporarily shut down for the third time following since 2023 after a recent state inspection that identified multiple health violations. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding the restaurant's adherence to health and safety standards.

A dead lizard, dead roaches, rodent droppings - Florida fast food restaurant closed again

Pompano Beach, FL

In a shocking revelation, Kings Mart, a grocery store in Pompano Beach, has been slapped with a series of severe health violations by the Florida Department of Agriculture. The inspection, carried out by Francis Odio, uncovered a disturbing range of problems that have led to the immediate closure of several sections of the store.

An inspection found bugs in the food and rodent poop on the shelves at a Florida grocery store

A WALMART shopper made a stand at the checkout after his payment method was rejected. The customer from Pennsylvania was allegedly told that he could only use his chosen payment system if he was happy to lose money. Taking to X, Chris who posts under the name @HOSEMAN36, shared his unusual experience at the Walmart […]

‘Left my cart and walked out,’ fumes Walmart shopper after being turned away from checkout – he even had cash with him

Fort Myers, FL

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Florida Publix Market Being Demolished and Rebuilt From the Ground-Up in Retail Center Redevelopment

Although technology has made everything from payments to shopping and even doing taxes more convenient, it has opened doors to the scams that hit people in the most unexpected places. Self-checkout counters may have enabled people to quickly swing in and out of grocery stores, but people are being conned in the most unexpected ways out there. Rachel Evana–who goes by @rachelevana on TikTok–found herself in a similar situation when she was robbed at the self-checkout of a Food Lion store. To her surprise, the person who stole money from her also turned out to be an old lady, prompting her to warn others by sharing the experience online.

Woman robbed at self-checkout counter warns others to watch out for old ladies at supermarkets

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

FinanceBuzz

The five-finger discount is still alive and well. Check out the most popular items people steal from grocery stores.

12 Most Popular Items People Steal from Grocery Stores

Lakeland, FL

If you’ve been keeping an eye on the local grocery scene in Florida, you might have heard the buzz: some Winn-Dixie stores are making the switch to Aldi. This transition is happening as Aldi snaps up 400 Winn-Dixie locations, including several in Florida cities like Panama City and Lakeland.

A Major Grocery Store Has Closed and Laid Off 48 Employees in Florida

Business Insider

DoorDash, Instacart, and Uber all reported that shoppers are still ordering food and other merchandise for delivery despite a tough consumer backdrop.

Americans are still having a lot of stuff delivered from DoorDash and Uber, and it shows how much we'll pay for convenience

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The government spends millions to open grocery stores in food deserts. The real test is their survival.

* Stores Don't Survive: The government puts millions of dollars into opening groceries in food deserts. Many struggle to make it. * Illinois’ Track Record: In...

The government spends millions to open grocery stores in food deserts. The real test is their survival.

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