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Hy-Vee, a prominent grocery chain, is planning to establish its first location in Tennessee at Bartlett, following approval from the Municipal Planning Commission. The new store will span around 113,000 square feet and include features such as designated parking for online grocery pickup and a pharmacy. With local officials expressing optimism, Hy-Vee aims to enter the competitive Memphis grocery market as part of its broader expansion strategy in the Southeast, which includes plans for additional stores in the region.
Bartlett, Tennessee – Hy-Vee, a well-known Midwestern grocery chain, is actively exploring the Memphis area for its first Tennessee location, with plans for a new store in Bartlett receiving approval from the Municipal Planning Commission. The proposed store will be situated at the northeast corner of New Brunswick Road and Old Brunswick Road, conveniently located near the Wolfchase development and Interstate 40.
The planned Hy-Vee store is set to span approximately 113,000 square feet and will offer designated parking areas for online grocery pickup along with a pharmacy. These features are part of Hy-Vee’s commitment to enhancing customer convenience as they establish a foothold in the competitive Memphis grocery market.
Local officials have expressed optimism about Hy-Vee’s entry into the community. The Mayor of Bartlett has indicated enthusiasm regarding the potential impact of the store, citing Hy-Vee’s strong reputation in other states. Additionally, the president of the Bartlett Area Chamber has emphasized the location’s excellent visibility and the company’s dedication to the Memphis market.
While preliminary plans outline a subdivision that includes three lots, the Bartlett site does present some challenges. A stream runs through the area, complicating the layout of the development. As such, specifics regarding the final design are still being assessed. The developers for the Hy-Vee subdivision have been identified as Randy Downs.
Hy-Vee has a robust history, operating over 280 stores across several states, including Illinois, Iowa, and Minnesota. The grocery chain’s strategy for expansion into the Southeast began two years ago, marking Tennessee as a target market. The Bartlett location is expected to be part of a broader initiative that includes the anticipated first Hy-Vee store in Spring Hill, just south of Nashville. However, this outlet is not expected to open until June 2024.
In addition to the Bartlett location, Hy-Vee has plans for two more stores in Murfreesboro, each featuring gas stations and convenience stores, further solidifying their commitment to establishing a presence in Tennessee. The chain’s expansion into this new region is notable, especially since Memphis hosts a competitive environment with around 50 major grocery retailers, including established chains such as Aldi, Kroger, and Walmart.
Currently, Hy-Vee is still in the exploratory phase regarding specific locations within the Memphis area, according to their senior vice president of communications. No formal confirmations have been made about particular store openings as the company evaluates its options. Nonetheless, the developments in Bartlett represent a significant step toward Hy-Vee’s anticipated growth in Tennessee.
With its ambitious plans and the support from local leaders, Hy-Vee appears poised to make its mark in the Memphis area, providing additional grocery options for residents and creating potentially numerous job opportunities within the community.
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- Des Moines Register: Bartlett Approves Hy-Vee Store Site Plan
- Wikipedia: Hy-Vee
- Commercial Appeal: Hy-Vee in Tennessee
- Google Search: Hy-Vee Tennessee
- Commercial Appeal: Hy-Vee Employee Owned Expansion
- Google Scholar: Hy-Vee Expansion Tennessee
- Commercial Appeal: Hy-Vee Plans Memphis Location
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Hy-Vee
- Al.com: Grocery Chain Building First Alabama Store
- Google News: Hy-Vee Memphis News
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