Dive Summary:
- Meijer, a Michigan-based department store, has opened its 200th store in Swartz Creek, Michigan. The new location will total roughly 190,000 sq, ft., according to reports.
- The milestone is a product of a $160 million initiative by the company aimed at expansion and renovation of brick-and-mortar space. The company currently operates in five states.
- The popular store is one of the biggest purchasers of produce in the Midwest with more than $80 million purchased annually.
From the article:
It will offer competitive prices and includes a drive-thru, full-service pharmacy offering the retailer's free prescription program for oral generic antibiotics, prenatal vitamins and medications for those with diabetes and high cholesterol. The store will also feature a gas station; a wide selection of general merchandise, including apparel, electronics and pet items and a robust grocery department with national and Meijer brand items.