Publix extends shopping hours starting this weekend

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Publix is extending its stores’ hours beginning this weekend, the grocer announced Thursday.

Starting on Saturday, Publix stores will be open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily and pharmacies will resume their normal hours of operation, according to a company news release.

The grocery chain is discontinuing designated shopping hours for first responders, health care workers and seniors, but customers looking to avoid crowds are encouraged to shop at 7 a.m.

In March, Publix shifted its hours to be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. to make time for employees to restock supplies and disinfect surfaces inside stores.