Food Lion announces $484 million investment to upgrade Charlotte stores

Food Lion will be upgrading 153 stores across the Charlotte area as part of a $484 million capital investment, the company announced Wednesday.

“Charlotte is a special market for us because it’s our hometown,” said Greg Finchum, President, Food Lion. “Every enhancement is designed to meet our customers’ evolving needs – whenever, wherever and however they shop with us. Our associates are excited to welcome our customers into our refreshed stores and highlight what’s new. 

Those upgrades include fresh, simple. ready-to-eat meals, self-checkout lanes, and a variety of organic, gluten-free, and plant-based products. 

The renovations aim to enhance Food Lion’s products while offering affordable and convenient options in-store and online.

“We’re proud to continue nourishing our towns and cities while delivering an easy and affordable omnichannel shopping experience customers count on from Food Lion,” Finchum said.