TARGET has confirmed it is opening 48 new stores across 22 states in the US.
The major retailer is expanding during a year of consumer chaos – see the full list of the new locations.
Target has announced that it is expanding its footprint in the US.
The chain is opening 48 stores in 22 states, including Florida, Missouri, North Carolina, Texas and Utah.
Texas and Florida have tied for the biggest number of new Target stores opening, with six each.
On Target’s website, the company explains what it looks for when deciding to open a new store in a location.
The site reads: “From the Big Apple to the California coast and in between, our stores are at the center of how we serve our guests.
“And that’s why we’re continuing to invest in new stores in neighborhoods across the country.
“We’re always exploring locations for new stores. But how do we decide where to open a new Target next?
We look at a number of factors, like how we can best meet a community’s needs, site constraints, other area Target stores and more.
“And each step of the way, we work closely with local officials and guests to develop stores that truly make shopping easy, inspiring and affordable.”
Already, there’s a Target store within 10 miles of most doorsteps in America.
OUT OF BUSINESS
But not everything is going well at Target, as a canned food company found on its shelves has gone out of business.
Del Monte Foods is one of the largest producers, distributors, and marketers of branded processed food in the country.
It had been going for nearly 140 years, and could be found on Target and Walmart‘s shelves.
The brand was most well-known for its canned fruits and vegetables.
New Target stores opening
Arizona
Buckeye, Arizona: Northeast corner of Interstate Highway 10 and Verrado Way
East Mesa, Arizona: Northeast corner of Highway 60 and Signal Butte Road
Queen Creek, Arizona: 37854 N. Gantzel Road
California
Bakersfield, California: Panama Lane and Gosford Road
Fresno Fancher Creek, California: 205 S. Clovis Avenue
Jurupa Valley, California: 8063 Mission Boulevard
Perris, California: 1688 N. Perris Boulevard
Colorado
Denver, Colorado: Northwest corner of East 56th Avenue and Tower Road
Firestone, Colorado: 4358 City Centre Road
Connecticut
Guilford, Connecticut: 900 Boston Post Road
Norwalk, Connecticut: 680 Connecticut Avenue
Florida
Bradenton Heritage Harbour, Florida: 725 Lighthouse Drive
Cypress Creek Station, Florida: 6415 N. Andrews Avenue
Lake Nona, Florida: Lake Nona Boulevard, a half mile east of Boggy Creek Road
Trailwinds Village, Florida: Country Road 466A and Seven Mile Drive
Wesley Chapel Grove, Florida: Corner of Oakley Boulevard and Pink Flamingo Lane
Winter Haven, Florida: 3rd Street SW and Avenue R SW on US Highway 17
Idaho
Pocatello Chubbuck, Idaho: Pine Ridge Mall on the southwest corner of Interstate Highway 86 and Yellowstone Avenue
Kentucky
Frankfort, Kentucky: Northeast quadrant of Interstate Highway 65 and Route 127
Ohio
American Township, Ohio: Located in the Lima Mall at Elida Road and North Cable Road
Massachusetts
Springfield, Massachusetts: Boston Road, a half-mile east of Parker Street and Highway 21
Missouri
Springfield, Missouri: Southeast intersection of West Sunshine Street (MO Route 413) and West Bypass (US Highway 160)
University City, Missouri: Olive Boulevard between Interstate Highway 170 and Woodson Road
Mississippi
Tupelo, Mississippi: Northwest corner of North Gloster Street and Commonwealth Boulevard
North Carolina
Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina: 2901 Wallace Adcock Boulevard
Mebane, North Carolina: Interstate Highway 40 and Trollingwood Road
Myrtle Grove, North Carolina: Carolina Beach Road and Piner Road
Selma, North Carolina: 551 Saint Mark Avenue
Nebraska
Grand Island, Nebraska: West 13th Street between Highway 281 and North Webb Road
New Jersey
Flemington, New Jersey: 325 Route 202
West Orange, New Jersey: 235 Prospect Avenue
New York
Bridgehampton, New York: 2044 Montauk Highway
Queens, New York (Astoria): 31st Street between Ditmars Boulevard and 23rd Avenue
Pennsylvania
West Goshen Township, Pennsylvania: 985 Paoli Pike
South Carolina
Indian Land, South Carolina: 5345 Crossridge Boulevard
Lexington, South Carolina: Between Oak Pointe Drive and Jamestowne Court on Augusta Highway
Seneca, South Carolina: 1810 Sandifer Boulevard
South Dakota
Brookings, South Dakota: North of 6th Street/Highway 14 and east of Interstate Highway 29
Texas
Dallas, Texas (Wynnewood Village): 655 W. Illinois Avenue
Forney, Texas: 11520 East U.S. 80
Fort Worth, Texas: McPherson Boulevard and Chisholm Trail Parkway
Katy Heritage, Texas: 29355 Katy Freeway
Little Elm, Texas: US Highway 30 and Ryan Spiritas Parkway
Stafford, Texas: Arc Lane
Utah
Herriman, Utah: 13251 S. Towne Commons Drive
Logan, Utah: 1300 Main Street, Suite #100
Virginia
South Riding, Virginia: Loudoun County Parkway and Dulles West Boulevard
Wisconsin
Brown Deer, Wisconsin: W. Brown Deer Road and N. Green Bay Road
But Del Monte Foods was forced to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey.
Company CEO Greg Longstreet remained positive about the future of the company despite the bankruptcy filing.
He said: “This is a strategic step forward for Del Monte Foods.
“After a thorough evaluation of all available options, we determined a court-supervised sale process is the most effective way to accelerate our turnaround and create a stronger and enduring Del Monte Foods.
“With an improved capital structure, enhanced financial position and new ownership, we will be better positioned for long-term success.
“While we have faced challenges intensified by a dynamic macroeconomic environment, Del Monte Foods has nourished families for nearly 140 years, and we remain committed to our mission of expanding access to nutritious, great-tasting food for all.”
Del Monte Foods will secure $912.5 million from its lenders to help fund the brand and keep it going during this period.
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