Publix Grand Opening Has Customers ‘Amazed’

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I am amazed at how they have restocked their shelves. There’s got to be a thousand people that have come through already and it looks like the aisles are completely full!”
Beth Collicott, Publix Customer

CULLMAN — On Wednesday, Cullman’s newest grocery store opened its doors to the public. As early as 4 a.m., a line of sleepy shoppers zigzagged through the Publix parking lot, anxiously awaiting their opportunity to be among the first in the community to experience the food chain's grand opening.

Publix was founded 85 years ago by George W. Jenkins. His dream was to open a store that ran on a set of positive values that customers could feel when they passed through its doors.

One visit to Cullman’s Publix exemplifies Jenkins’ goal. Scattered throughout the store, smiling employees are prepared to assist customers however they can.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience here today,” said Beth Collicott, Publix customer. “I am amazed at how they have restocked their shelves. There’s got to be a thousand people that have come through already and it looks like the aisles are completely full! I keep looking back to see if I can see anyone stocking the shelves, but there’s not,” she giggled.

“I just can’t believe how efficient it is. I have not found an empty spot in here yet. It’s really cool, just blows my mind.”

 

Though Publix is brand new, familiar faces fill the building.

“I really like shopping here,” said Ruth Shoemaker. “My Barry is working here,” she said. “He used to work at Food World, I was so glad to see him,” she beamed.

Customers are also pleased with the store's outside appearance.

“It looks great,” Collicott smiled. “Everything is so pretty — It’s eye candy!”

Publix is located at 1104 Cullman Shopping Ctr NW, Cullman, AL 35055-2855. For more information, call 256-736-7000 or visit publix.com/locations/1503-cullman-shopping-center. Follow Publix on TwitterFacebook, Instagram and YouTube.

Publix Cullman Shopping Center, #1503 | Cullman, AL | Publix Super Markets