A new Kroger store is coming to Fayette County, further indication the Cincinnati-based chain is fighting back against new regional competitors.
On Sept. 11, the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council gave final approval for a zone change from residential and business zones to a commercial business zone for roughly 32 acres at 1811 Winchester Road. The site is between Patchen Wilkes neighborhood and Executive Drive near the Interstate 64 and Interstate 75 interchange.
The 127,000 foot grocery store will have a wine and spirits shop, as well as a fuel center and other neighborhood amenities, according to the plans filed with the city in May…