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Publix and Aldi Bringing New Stores to Georgia
The two major chains plan to open new stores in Georgia in the near future. Aldi, the Batavia, Illinois-based grocer, has announced on its website that a new store is coming to Thomasville. It will be located at 1530 East Jackson Street. The only indication on timing is "coming soon." The new location will be the 82nd in Georgia. Aldi operates around 2,400 stores nationwide.
Cigarette Use Hits 80-Year Low: A Look at Changing Habits
Growing up in the 60s and 70s, cigarettes were far more common than they are today. Smoking was allowed in airplanes, offices, and even hospital rooms. I remember family trips in the car, where I was exposed to hours of secondhand smoke from both of my parents. They were not bad people; they just didn't know any better. Since then, we have learned much about the dangers of smoking, not only to tobacco users but also to those around them.
10 New Grocery Stores Coming to California: Who, When, Where
The latest population estimate for California from the Public Policy Institute of California is just over 39 million. That is a lot of mouths to feed. Therefore, it is not surprising that some of the major national grocery chains concentrate their business in the Golden State. There are more Costcos (139), Trader Joe’s (202), and Sprouts Farmers Markets ( 145) than any other of the 50 states. I mention those three examples, because there is news that each of those companies has plans to add multiple locations to their portfolios in the state soon.
Aldi's Florida Conversion Plans: 2 Winn-Dixie & 1 Harvey's Stores
In an August 16th, 2023 press release, Aldi grocery company announced it had acquired the Winn-Dixie and Harvey’s supermarkets in a larger divestiture of Southeastern Grocers. This acquisition was reiterated in a March 7th, 2024 press release, announcing Aldi’s ambitious expansion plans and its intentions to convert some of the Winn-Dixie and Harvey’s locations to the Aldi banner. Here are 3 Florida locations that are in the process of converting:
Pets and Grief: Do They Mourn Too?
Most Americans own pets. About 62% of US households have at least one, be it a dog, cat, bird, or otherwise. Approximately 35% of the population own more than one. My wife and I run a small dog-sitting business out of our home, we understand how attached families are to their non-human companions. It is always heartwarming to see how excited both pet and owner become when they are reunited. There seem to be emotions on both sides of those reunions. It would be a natural assumption that pets feel other emotions as well.
2 White Plains Kids: Claire and Larry, Olympic Medalists
Claire Weinstein, at 17, is the youngest member of the women's Olympic Swimming team in Paris. The White Plains native, who attended both Highlands Middle School and White Plains High, was a member of the women's 4 x 200 freestyle relay. Weinstein swam the first leg on the team that captured the silver medal in the event--second only to the heavily favored Australians.
4 New Supermarkets Coming to Florida Soon
Florida is now the 3rd largest state in the US by population, behind California and Texas. The Sunshine State has around 22.6 million residents. That's a lot of mouths to feed, so it should come as no surprise that every month, it seems a new supermarket, or two, or three, is planned for somewhere in the state. August is no different.
Aldi: New Store Comming to NE Tennessee in August
Aldi grocery company announced an aggressive expansion plan in a March 7th press release. The initiative is to open 800 new markets by the end of 2028. As part of that effort, a new store will be coming to the northeastern part of Tennessee in Johnson City. The store will become the 62nd in the state and the 2nd in that city. It will be located at 108 Whitewood Blvd.
American Spirituality: Study Confirms Belief in Soul and Beyond
Portions of this article writen with AI assistance. Spiritual experiences are as varied as there are individuals, each person finding their own unique path to a sense of peace and connection. For some, spiritual solace can be found in the quiet reverence of a church, surrounded by the symbols and rituals of their faith. Others might experience this profound sense of spirituality during a walk through the woods, where the beauty and tranquility of nature provide a deep sense of calm and reflection.
Survey: Is The Bible The Literal Word of God?
Having written several stories about spiritual and religious matters, I have received many replies referencing Bible passages that readers use to make their point. For example, I have written about the possibility of "after death communication," when a deceased loved one may reach out and somehow contact the living. Many of the comments on that article went something like this:
Trout Out for Rest of 2024 Season: Another Injury
Newsweek is reporting that Angels outfielder Mike Trout will be lost for the season. Trout who was recovering from knee surgury earlier this season has sustained another injury. Perry Minasian, Angels GM told reporters Thursday that he will be out for the remainder of 2024 after suffering another torn miniscus.
South Carolina Students Return to Phone-Free Classrooms
Several South Carolina School districts, York, Clover, and Chester counties head back to the classrooms next week with others following shortly. This year many of the students will be doing so without their cell phones. A new state law taking effect this year bans children in K through 12th grade from using their mobile phones in the classroom in South Carolina’s public schools. Schools that are found to be out of compliance with the new law risk the loss of public funding.
Buc-ee's: Major Step Towards Ohio Expansion
This story writen with AI assistance. Buc-ee’s, the Texas-based roadside convenience store operator, has upwards of 50 stores in 9 states. Known for their huge footprints and vast array of offerings, Buc-ee’s has become a favored stop for many traveling America's Interstate highways. Their stores are renowned for their clean restrooms, extensive food options, and unique merchandise. Soon, construction workers will break ground for the first location in Ohio, marking the company's expansion into its 10th state. This new location is expected to bring numerous job opportunities and attract even more travelers, continuing Buc-ee’s tradition of providing a one-of-a-kind convenience store experience.
Mr. Beast YouTube Superstar: His Contraversies and Fortune
Portions of this article written with AI assistance. Mr. Beast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, is an American YouTube personality and philanthropist. Born on May 7, 1998, in Wichita, Kansas. He initially gained fame on YouTube in 2016 with his outrageous and often absurd stunts, giveaways, and charitable acts.
Wawa Expands Reach to Alabama with 2 New Stores
The convenience store operator Wawa Inc. is set to open 2 new locations in Alabama in August. The company opened its first store in Folsom, PA, in 1964. They now have stores in 8 states: Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Florida, North Carolina, Alabama, and Washington, D.C. Wawa describes itself this way:
National Supermarket Chain Opening 2nd Store in South Carolina
Sprouts Farmers Market is a national chain of grocery stores is currently operating over 380 stores in 23 states. As of this writing, there is only one store in operation in South Carolina—it is located at 2200 Woodruff Rd., Simpsonville. The company website has information on a second store coming to the Palmetto State next month. The newest location will be at E. North St. & Pelham Rd.—2435 E. North St. Ste. 1106, Greenville.
Opening Date Set for Newest Texas Costco
The newest Costco location in the Lone Star State is set to open on August 16th. The long anticipated warehouse is located at 27000 Tomball Parkway, Tomball. Tomball is a northwest suburb of Houston. The new store will become the 41st location in the state. That is the second largest presence of any state for the company headquartered in Issaquah, WA. There are 139 Costcos in California.
The Golden Bachelorette: A New Journey Begins
Bachelor Nation on ABC has released a promotional video for their upcoming Golden Bachelorette (GBtte) season, which will premiere on September 18th. The video opens with GBtte (Joan Vassos) preparing a Sunday dinner with two older ladies. One of the women says to Joan, “I can’t believe you are the first GBtte!”
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