Publix extends shopping hours starting this weekend

The grocery chain shifted its hours in March in response to the coronavirus pandemic

Publix stores will close early starting March 14. (News4Jax)

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.

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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.


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