Publix Supermarket Turns 90 This Week, First Established in 1930 With Just $19 and a Dream

Publix Supermarket Turns 90 This Week, First Established in 1930 With Just $19 and a Dream
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A teen with a big dream and $19 tucked into his shoe was responsible for the first Publix grocery store in 1930. Nine decades on, the chain is 1,200 stores strong, is still growing, and is celebrating its milestone 90th anniversary.

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