Green Island Grocery, 6801 River Rd, Building J, had its grand opening Saturday, bringing a new option for Columbus food shoppers seeking quality and convenience.
The locally owned store promises fresh daily seafood, certified Angus beef, distinctive produce and everyday essentials. Lori Cody, general manager of Green Island Grocery, told the Ledger-Enquirer the opening brought an array of emotions.
“I’m surprised I haven’t cried yet,” Cody said. “This is 18 months of planning, which piece of equipment we wanted here, and then it’s getting all here and fixing it up. It’s a little overwhelming and super exciting.”
Personal and professional opportunities inspired Cody’s journey to Columbus. With 15 years working in the grocery industry, she moved to Columbus from Dallas, Texas, to embrace a new opportunity alongside the Green Island Grocery team. The vision was clear from the start…