With plans to open an additional store on The Fountains at Palomar, 3901 Harrodsburg Road; the popular Publix grocery store chain celebrated the grand opening of their newest location on 1952 Stockton Way on March 5, 202,5 in Lexington, Ky.

This is the first Publix in Lexington, the second largest city in the state. “We are excited to continue our growth across Kentucky with our first store opening in Lexington,” said Jared Glover, media relations manager. “We plan to be active members of this vibrant community and look forward to providing premier service to our new customers.”

See what the excitement is about as the popular grocery store brings grab-and-go items, Pub Subs and more to Lexington.

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The grand opening of Lexington’s first Publix grocery store was at 7 a.m., but the line began forming before 5 a.m.

Publix Opens in Lexington