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ST. LOUIS, Mo. – October 19, 2011 – Save-A-Lot, one of the nation’s leading hard-discount, limited-assortment grocery chains and a wholly owned subsidiary of SUPERVALU Inc. (NYSE: SVU), is opening its second store in Hollywood, Fla., on Thursday, Oct. 20. To celebrate the store’s grand opening, Save-A-Lot will host a public preview party on Wednesday, Oct. 19 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Community members are invited to attend for an advance store viewing, live music, free samples and giveaways.
To further the company’s commitment to the Hollywood community, Save-A-Lot is donating $5,000 to the Feeding South Florida, a local chapter of Feeding America. Save-A-Lot will also distribute bags of groceries to 3,000 families in nearby neighborhoods.
The grand opening of the Save-A-Lot food store offers the Hollywood, Fla., community affordable, easy access to food and groceries, and will bring 20-25 jobs to the area—with many store associates from the local neighborhood.
“At its core, Save-A-Lot is committed to helping families by offering wholesome food at affordable prices,” said Chon Tomlin, external communications manager for Save-A-Lot. “We are excited to expand our offerings in this area and look forward to furthering our service in the Hollywood community. Further, we are honored to support the efforts of Feeding South Florida with a contribution of fresh quality produce to help round out meals provided by pantries throughout the area.”
Beginning Thursday, Oct. 20, the new store, located at 2420 N. Dixie Highway, will be open for business seven days a week; 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Save-A-Lot Hollywood, Fla., Grand Opening
When: Preview party held Wednesday, Oct. 19, 5 to 8 p.m., store officially opens Thursday, Oct. 20.
What: Save-A-Lot invites the community to attend the preview party for live music, free sampling and giveaways. Additionally, Save-A-Lot will make a $5,000 donation to Feeding South Florida at the preview party and will be in the community delivering 3,000 bags of groceries before the event.
About Save-A-Lot Food Stores
Save-A-Lot, a SUPERVALU (NYSE: SVU) company, is one of the nation’s leading hard discount carefully selected assortment grocery chains, operating nearly 1,300 stores in 39 states from Maine to California. Serving more than five million shoppers each week, Save-A-Lot offers a savings of up to 40 percent on groceries when compared to conventional stores. Customers enjoy savings on exclusive Save-A-Lot brands and national brands, plus fresh meat and farm-fresh fruits, vegetables and dairy, along with the most popular grocery and household items. Save-A-Lot helps its customers live richer, fuller lives by saving them money and time through a smart, convenient shopping experience featuring great food, great prices and great people every day. For more information on Save-A-Lot or to locate a store, please visit www.save-a-lot.com.