‘These grocery stores are bigger than you think’: Gee warns Tacoma is losing more than a Fred Meyer
The city of Tacoma is preparing for the closure of its second Fred Meyer location, raising concerns about the broader economic and social consequences for the local community. KIRO host Gee Scott warned that the departure of the grocery chain signifies a loss that extends beyond retail, potentially impacting neighborhood stability and access to essential goods.
Tacoma is about to lose its second Fred Meyer, and KIRO host Gee Scott said the impact goes far beyond one store closing its doors.
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