A big crowd gathered in Jasper at Gateway Crossing near Highway 515 early Wednesday morning to celebrate the opening of the new Publix grocery store. The mayor of Jasper, Kirk Raffield was there, along with members of the City Council.
Store Manager Jerry Meyer, spoke of Publix Founder “Mr. George” Jenkins and his commitment to communities where Publix stores are located. To honor Mr. George’s memory and commitment, Publix donated $2500 to Cares for Pickens County.
Mayor Raffield cut the ribbon around 6:45 a.m. and introduced the city council members and staff.
“These folks have been on a track a few years now to ensure that this economic driver actually became a reality,” Raffield said. “More than 140 jobs come with the new Publix,” according to the Mayor.
“This morning, as you walk through these doors for the first time, welcome to Publix, where it is a pleasure to shop and Jasper where it is a pleasure to win,” Raffield said.
Inside the gleaming new 48,387 square-foot store is a full-service deli, organically and conventionally grown fresh fruits and vegetables, locally grown produce and exotic choices from around the world.
The scratch bakery offers fresh baked breads and rolls throughout the day. Ready-to-cook meals are also prepared fresh daily. Fresh seafood is delivered daily, and Sushi chefs create hand-rolled selections daily as well as exotic rice bowl meals.
This new prototype Publix store also has a “café” area upstairs where customers can take food items purchased downstairs and eat at tables where there are microwaves and restrooms. You can even bring your shopping cart up with you in the spacious elevator.
The Jasper Publix offers deliveries powered by Instacart and a convenient pharmacy drive-thru.
“We are excited for the opening of this Publix location in Jasper,” Nicole Krauss, Publix media relations manager said. “We look forward to providing premier service and quality products to new and existing customers in the First Mountain City.”
Publix
Gateway Crossing Jasper
178 Virginia Way
Jasper, GA 30143
Store:(706) 301-7235…