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Schnuck Markets’ EatWell to make debut next week

Specialty food store marks new format for regional grocer

Russell Redman

June 18, 2020

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EatWell, A Natural Food Store by Schnucks (see rendering above) targets consumers who prioritize health and wellness, natural foods and the “occasional splurge,” according to Schnucks.Schnuck Markets

Schnuck Markets plans to open its first EatWell specialty store on June 24 in Columbia, Mo.

The new retail concept — dubbed EatWell, A Natural Food Store by Schnucks — targets consumers who prioritize health and wellness, natural foods and the “occasional splurge,” St. Louis-based Schnucks said.

Located at 111 South Providence Rd. in Columbia, the EatWell store will occupy the site of a 42,000-square-foot former Lucky’s Market supermarket. Schnucks acquired the leased store in late March as part of an auction of bankrupt Lucky’s assets.

Schnucks said the store has undergone an extensive remodel for the conversion to the EatWell concept, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony is being planned to mark the launch of the new store format.

“I’m excited for our customers to discover all that we have in store for them at EatWell, including organic produce, a natural living section, freshly squeezed juices, as well as clean-label indulgences,” Chairman and CEO Todd Schnuck said in a statement. “EatWell will also have unique features such as full-service sushi and ramen bars open for lunch and dinner.”

EatWell, too, will carry grass-fed beef, sustainable seafood and deli meat that’s fresh-roasted in the store. Also to enhance the shopping experience, customers perusing the store will be able to drink a local draft beer, root beer, kombucha, glass of wine or beverage whipped up by the on-site barista, Schnucks said.

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The EatWell location will employ about 80 workers, most of whom are from the former Lucky’s store, according to Schnucks. Store hours will be 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. In line with COVID-19 safety measures, customers will be reminded to observe social distancing and urged to wear face coverings. The first shopping hour of each Wednesday, from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m., will be reserved for seniors and people at higher risk for coronavirus due to underlying health conditions.

With EatWell, Schnucks will have two stores in Columbia. The company said the Schnucks supermarket at 1400 Forum Blvd. will continue to provide traditional grocery offerings plus Schnucks-exclusive signature items. Overall, the retailer currently has 112 stores in Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin and Iowa.

About the Author

Russell Redman

Senior Editor
Supermarket News

Russell Redman has served as senior editor at Supermarket News since April 2018, his second tour with the publication. In his current role, he handles daily news coverage for the SN website and contributes news and features for the print magazine, as well as participates in special projects, podcasts and webinars and attends industry events. Russ joined SN from Racher Press Inc.’s Chain Drug Review and Mass Market Retailers magazines, where he served as desk/online editor for more than nine years, covering the food/drug/mass retail sector. 

Russell Redman’s more than 30 years of experience in journalism span a range of editorial manager, editor, reporter/writer and digital roles at a variety of publications and websites covering a breadth of industries, including retailing, pharmacy/health care, IT, digital home, financial technology, financial services, real estate/commercial property, pro audio/video and film. He started his career in 1989 as a local news reporter and editor, covering community news and politics in Long Island, N.Y. His background also includes an earlier stint at Supermarket News as center store editor and then financial editor in the mid-1990s. Russ holds a B.A. in journalism (minor in political science) from Hofstra University, where he also earned a certificate in digital/social media marketing in November 2016.

Russell Redman’s experience:

Supermarket News - Informa
Senior Editor 
April 2018 - present

Chain Drug Review/Mass Market Retailers - Racher Press
Desk/Online Editor 
Sept. 2008 - March 2018

CRN magazine - CMP Media
Managing Editor
May 2000 - June 2007

Bank Systems & Technology - Miller Freeman
Executive Editor/Managing Editor
Dec. 1996 - May 2000

Supermarket News - Fairchild Publications
Financial Editor/Associate Editor
April 1995 - Dec. 1996 

Shopping Centers Today Magazine - ICSC 
Desk Editor/Assistant Editor
Dec. 1992 - April 1995

Testa Communications
Assistant Editor/Contributing Editor (Music & Sound Retailer, Post, Producer, Sound & Communications and DJ Times magazines)
Jan. 1991 - Dec. 1992 

American Banker/Bond Buyer
Copy Editor
Oct. 1990 - Jan. 1991 

This Week newspaper - Chanry Communications
Reporter/Editor
May 1989 - July 1990

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