Food Lion is opening new store in Virginia on March 8, the South Boston store will include an “extensive product assortment”
South Boston, Virginia – Food Lion is a grocery store chain operating across the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. The company was founded in 1957 as Food Town and later rebranded as Food Lion in 1983. Food Lion now operates over 1,000 stores in 10 states, employing more than 77,000 associates. The company is committed to providing high-quality products at affordable prices and has a strong focus on customer service.
Food Lion is among the few companies nationwide that is highly committed to sustainability as it has implemented a number of initiatives aimed at reducing waste, conserving energy, and promoting sustainable practices. Very popular among the people in the communities where the company is present, the management now decided to open a new store in South Boston, Virginia, and the first ever store in the area is set to open the doors for its customers on March 8. According to a press release by Retail Leader, the Virginia store will be the second new store the company will open since the start of this year after opening a new store last month in Inwood, West Virginia. Food Lion opened a total of four news stores last year.
At Food Lion, customers are in for an exceptional shopping experience, brimming with a diverse range of premium products that cater to their unique dietary needs and preferences. From delectable organic produce to gluten-free treats and plant-based options, the store has something for everyone. To top it off, the Nature’s Promise private label brand is available, providing customers with an exclusive selection of high-quality items that surpass expectations.
As savvy consumers continue to navigate economic pressures, private-label brands have gained popularity. Food Lion’s Nature’s Promise brand delivers on taste and value, offering shoppers the best of both worlds.
Shoppers will also see:
- Self-checkout lanes.
- Energy-efficient overhead LED lighting.
- Food Lion To Go’s grocery pickup, which lets them place orders on the grocer’s website or app.
- Fresh produce from nearby Reese’s Farms in Scottsville, Virginia.
- Beverages from Halifax, Virginia, Springfield Distillery.
Food Lion is also known as a company that supports local communities where it operates. The company has donated millions of dollars to local food banks and other charitable organizations, as well as supporting education initiatives and youth sports programs. In 2020, Food Lion announced a $5 million investment in their Food Lion Feeds program, which aims to provide meals to those in need and support hunger relief efforts across the Southeastern United States.
The South Boston Food Lion store is also expected to offer interesting features including self-service hot wing bar and an Asian food bar.
“I am very excited to continue serving our South Boston community by bringing an even better, easy and affordable shopping experience to our customers,” said Christy East, store manager of the new South Boston Food Lion, in a statement. “My team and I are looking forward to serving our neighbors and deepening roots in the community even more at our brand-new location.”
The new store will be located at 3346 Halifax Rd. The Ahold Delhaize banner has served the South Boston community for more than 30 years with stores in the area, according to the grocer’s website.
