
Florida couple charged in alleged $1.1M baby formula theft ring hitting Publix, Target, Walmart stores across the state
Read full article: Florida couple charged in alleged $1.1M baby formula theft ring hitting Publix, Target, Walmart stores across the stateFlorida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced the arrest of a Lake Worth couple accused of running a multi-circuit organized retail theft enterprise that bought and resold stolen baby formula across the state. Investigators identified more than $1.1 million in revenue from those sales between November 2024 and June 2025.

Arrest made after gunshot in Publix restroom forces evacuation in Orange Park: CCSO
Read full article: Arrest made after gunshot in Publix restroom forces evacuation in Orange Park: CCSOA 19-year-old has been arrested after a gunshot fired inside the restroom of an Orange Park Publix forced the store to be evacuated on Friday.

Publix in Orange Park evacuated after disturbance involving possible firearm: CCSO
Read full article: Publix in Orange Park evacuated after disturbance involving possible firearm: CCSOThe Clay County Sheriff’s Office alerted the community about increased law enforcement activity in the area of 410 Blanding Blvd in Orange Park Friday night.

FDA upgrades Publix GreenWise organic frozen-berry recall to highest risk over E. coli link
Read full article: FDA upgrades Publix GreenWise organic frozen-berry recall to highest risk over E. coli linkThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration upgraded the recall of GreenWise Organic frozen blueberries and mixed berries sold at Publix to a Class I recall — the agency’s most serious designation — saying there is a reasonable probability the products could cause serious health consequences.

Publix eliminates 10-items or less express lane cap at checkout
Read full article: Publix eliminates 10-items or less express lane cap at checkoutCounting items in the express lane may soon be a thing of the past as Publix is ditching its long-standing 10-item cap in express checkout lanes, according to a report from our sister station in Orlando, WKMG.

Jacksonville councilmembers seek clarity about $28M completion grant for Downtown Publix
Read full article: Jacksonville councilmembers seek clarity about $28M completion grant for Downtown PublixA $48 million incentive package for Gateway Jax’s Publix-anchored Block N7 project is headed back to the drawing board, according to a report from News4JAX news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record.

What to know about the ‘Publix Promise’ & why you should check your receipts
Read full article: What to know about the ‘Publix Promise’ & why you should check your receiptsAfter a customer took Publix to court last year, saying she’d been overcharged during a trip to the Florida-native grocery giant, News4JAX sister station WKMG in Orlando decided to look into an important policy the grocer offers: the Publix Promise.

Rising food prices prompt shoppers to trade down, cutting Publix sales in ‘difficult’ economy
Read full article: Rising food prices prompt shoppers to trade down, cutting Publix sales in ‘difficult’ economyPublix’s second-quarter results put a spotlight on food inflation and its effect on grocery shopping, as the grocery chain posted only modest sales growth and a decline in comparable-store sales amid what it called economic conditions that have weighed on consumer spending.

Incentive package for Downtown Publix hits roadblock: Jax Daily Record
Read full article: Incentive package for Downtown Publix hits roadblock: Jax Daily RecordA $48 million incentive package for Gateway Jax’s Publix-anchored Block N7 project is headed back to the drawing board, according to a report from News4JAX news partner the Jacksonville Daily Record.

Publix expands GreenWise frozen berry recall amid E. coli outbreak investigation
Read full article: Publix expands GreenWise frozen berry recall amid E. coli outbreak investigationPublix has expanded its recall of GreenWise Organic frozen berries to cover all lots of its Whole Blueberries and Whole Mixed Berries products after public health officials linked additional items to an E. coli outbreak. Publix announced the expansion.

A Georgia woman, 78, says she overdosed after a prescription mix-up. She says Publix offered her $4K for the mistake
Read full article: A Georgia woman, 78, says she overdosed after a prescription mix-up. She says Publix offered her $4K for the mistakeA 78-year-old Georgia woman says she suffered a fentanyl overdose and was hospitalized after a Publix pharmacy in Decatur allegedly mistakenly gave her another customer’s prescription, with the company later offering her $4,000 to compensate for the incident, according to a report from 11Alive in Atlanta.

From a beloved local restaurant to a culinary campus, city leaders hope downtown projects spur even more development
Read full article: From a beloved local restaurant to a culinary campus, city leaders hope downtown projects spur even more developmentSeveral major downtown projects are moving closer to reality — from a new riverfront destination where the Jacksonville Landing once stood, to a potential Culinary Institute of America campus and a proposed Publix-anchored development in Pearl Square.

Florida couple sues Publix after wife hospitalized with E. coli linked to GreenWise Organic blueberries
Read full article: Florida couple sues Publix after wife hospitalized with E. coli linked to GreenWise Organic blueberriesA national food-poisoning law firm and a Florida attorney filed the first lawsuit tied to an outbreak of E. coli that public health officials say has been linked to frozen GreenWise Organic blueberries sold exclusively at Publix stores.

Publix recalls frozen GreenWise Organic blueberries over E. coli contamination
Read full article: Publix recalls frozen GreenWise Organic blueberries over E. coli contaminationA Chilean produce company is recalling frozen GreenWise Organic IQF Blueberries sold at Publix stores across eight states due to potential E. coli contamination.

Ponte Vedra Beach man sues Publix after he says employee struck him with shopping cart, causing serious injuries
Read full article: Ponte Vedra Beach man sues Publix after he says employee struck him with shopping cart, causing serious injuriesA Ponte Vedra Beach man has filed a lawsuit against Publix Super Markets, Inc., alleging a store employee struck him with a shopping cart, causing serious injuries.

Fernandina Beach Publix reopens after more than a year with upgraded amenities
Read full article: Fernandina Beach Publix reopens after more than a year with upgraded amenitiesA newly renovated Publix opened its doors to welcome customers back after residents were left with limited grocery options for more than a year.

Grocery momentum Downtown: ALDI opens as City Council considers public funding for Publix tower
Read full article: Grocery momentum Downtown: ALDI opens as City Council considers public funding for Publix towerOver the past week, shoppers have been getting used to the new ALDI at Market and Union. At the same time, Jacksonville City Council members are preparing to take up an incentives proposal tied to Gateway Jax’s planned N7 development at 119 W. Beaver St., a mixed-use tower that would set aside space for a Publix-sized grocery store downtown.

City of Jacksonville issues demolition permit to make way for Downtown Publix: Daily Record
Read full article: City of Jacksonville issues demolition permit to make way for Downtown Publix: Daily RecordThe fate of incentives for a Downtown Publix has yet to be decided, but developer Gateway Jax is moving ahead with plans to demolish the former First Baptist Church main auditorium to make way for it, according to our news partners at the Jacksonville Daily Record.

‘Do we have the money?’: Future of Downtown Jacksonville Publix could depend on November tax vote
Read full article: ‘Do we have the money?’: Future of Downtown Jacksonville Publix could depend on November tax votePlans for a full-service Publix grocery store in Downtown Jacksonville remain on track, but questions are emerging about whether the city will ultimately be able to fund millions of dollars in incentives tied to the project.

Publix is no longer America’s most trusted grocer. Here’s who took No. 1
Read full article: Publix is no longer America’s most trusted grocer. Here’s who took No. 1Newsweek has released its list of the most trustworthy companies in America — though Publix didn’t fare as well as before this time around, according to a report from our sister station in Orlando WKMG.

Newly opened ‘larger format’ Publix store in SilverLeaf features wine bar, expanded deli menu, custom pizzas
Read full article: Newly opened ‘larger format’ Publix store in SilverLeaf features wine bar, expanded deli menu, custom pizzasFeaturing a wine bar, an expanded deli menu and custom-made pizzas at the in-store cafe, the new Publix in SilverLeaf offers experiences shoppers used to have to travel to Tampa to see.

Publix to open new store in SilverLeaf on March 26; features wine bar, expanded deli menu
Read full article: Publix to open new store in SilverLeaf on March 26; features wine bar, expanded deli menuPublix is having a grand opening for its SilverLeaf location on March 26, featuring a wine bar and an expanded deli menu.

Publix Pharmacy offering savings on Wegovy, Ozempic prescriptions with discount card program
Read full article: Publix Pharmacy offering savings on Wegovy, Ozempic prescriptions with discount card programPublix Pharmacy is now providing savings on select GLP-1 therapies through a new discount card program.

Publix stores coming to SilverLeaf, Fernandina Beach will feature wine bars: Jax Daily Record
Read full article: Publix stores coming to SilverLeaf, Fernandina Beach will feature wine bars: Jax Daily RecordWhen the Publix supermarkets under construction in Fernandina Beach and St. Johns County’s SilverLeaf community open their doors, the new stores will include Publix Pours bars with beer and wine, smoothies, acai bowls and more, plus expanded deli menus that include burrito bowls, pizza and other items.

Publix no longer the top grocery store in Florida, study finds
Read full article: Publix no longer the top grocery store in Florida, study findsA fan-favorite grocery chain has just surpassed Florida’s very own Publix brand of stores, according to the latest report by the American Customer Satisfaction Index.

City reviewing Publix build-out permit for 2-story supermarket at a new Jacksonville shopping center
Read full article: City reviewing Publix build-out permit for 2-story supermarket at a new Jacksonville shopping centerPublix is preparing to build out its supermarket in The Village at Seven Pines, a new retail development at southeast Butler Boulevard and Interstate 295, according to News4JAX partners at The Jacksonville Daily Record.

Gateway Jax to seek at least $43M in incentives for Publix-anchored project at old site of First Baptist downtown
Read full article: Gateway Jax to seek at least $43M in incentives for Publix-anchored project at old site of First Baptist downtownGateway Jax plans to seek at least $43 million in public incentives for the Publix-anchored mixed-use tower it has proposed on the site of the former First Baptist Church main auditorium.

The shutdown is affecting those who rely on SNAP. But those who don’t say they’re also struggling with high food costs
Read full article: The shutdown is affecting those who rely on SNAP. But those who don’t say they’re also struggling with high food costsMuch focus has been placed on how the government shutdown is affecting people who rely on food stamps, but there are also people who are not on food stamps who are finding it harder to purchase groceries because of the current higher costs of food.

Publix, Black Book Bash organizers dispute sponsorship claims ahead of Jacksonville event
Read full article: Publix, Black Book Bash organizers dispute sponsorship claims ahead of Jacksonville eventConflicting accounts are surfacing ahead of a Jacksonville event celebrating Black authors, as organizers of the Black Book Bash claim Publix pulled its sponsorship at the last minute — a claim the grocery chain firmly denies.

Petition with over 30,000 signatures calls for Publix to bring back once-popular bakery item: ‘Hurricane Cakes’
Read full article: Petition with over 30,000 signatures calls for Publix to bring back once-popular bakery item: ‘Hurricane Cakes’Every year in Florida, hurricane season occupies the minds of residents from its inception on June 1 to its conclusion on Nov. 30; however, there have been recent calls for the return of a once-popular bakery item that used to accompany the state’s powerful storms prior to 2019.

St. Johns County homeless encampment being monitored by sheriff’s office highlights housing issues, leaders say
Read full article: St. Johns County homeless encampment being monitored by sheriff’s office highlights housing issues, leaders sayA homeless encampment behind Publix on Wildwood Drive is receiving attention from the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office, highlighting how local organizations and law enforcement are addressing homelessness in the area.

‘It just seems unfortunate’: Grocery store closures impact Fernandina Beach residents
Read full article: ‘It just seems unfortunate’: Grocery store closures impact Fernandina Beach residentsTwo grocery stores in Fernandina Beach have overlapping closures for renovations. We went to the island to learn how residents and local organizations are dealing with the closures.

Special Olympics Florida, Publix team up to raise money for nearly 75,000 athletes. Here’s how you can donate
Read full article: Special Olympics Florida, Publix team up to raise money for nearly 75,000 athletes. Here’s how you can donateSpecial Olympics Florida and Publix stores are teaming up for an annual campaign to raise money for nearly 75,000 athletes.

St. Augustine woman wins $1M from $5 scratch-off sold at Publix one week before Christmas
Read full article: St. Augustine woman wins $1M from $5 scratch-off sold at Publix one week before ChristmasA 37-year-old woman from St. Augustine recently won a $1 million prize from the $5 MONOPOLY™ SECRET VAULT Scratch-Off game, the Florida Lottery announced Wednesday.

Bomb threat causes evacuation of Publix, nearby businesses in Sawgrass Village: SJSO
Read full article: Bomb threat causes evacuation of Publix, nearby businesses in Sawgrass Village: SJSOThe St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office said it was investigating a bomb threat directed toward a Publix at Sawgrass Village Monday morning.

Publix offers fresh flavored popcorn, burritos, and pizza at new Florida location
Read full article: Publix offers fresh flavored popcorn, burritos, and pizza at new Florida locationPublix has opened a new store in Palm Beach County, offering a variety of new features, such as beer on tap, flavored popcorn, burritos, pizza, pasta and more.

St. Johns County man wins $1M from a scratch-off ticket purchased at Jacksonville Beach Publix
Read full article: St. Johns County man wins $1M from a scratch-off ticket purchased at Jacksonville Beach PublixA St. Johns County gas resident won a $1 million prize from the 500X The Cash Scratch-Off game.

Farm Share gets $190K donation from Publix for new refrigeration truck
Read full article: Farm Share gets $190K donation from Publix for new refrigeration truckFarm Share, the third largest food bank in the U.S. and the leading non-profit in Florida received a charity check of $190,000 from Publix Super Markets Charities to continue providing Floridians with fresh and healthy foods.

EF3 tornado destroys new South Florida Publix, homes built to withstand major hurricanes
Read full article: EF3 tornado destroys new South Florida Publix, homes built to withstand major hurricanesThe National Weather Service confirmed an EF3 tornado touched down in the far western portion of Palm Beach Gardens and caused the damage.

Rush on gas & groceries causes some shortages, long lines ahead of Hurricane Milton
Read full article: Rush on gas & groceries causes some shortages, long lines ahead of Hurricane MiltonSome areas are already seeing shortages in supplies like toilet paper and water, along with long lines at gas stations.

As one of Jacksonville’s oldest Publix locations is set to be demolished, a new one opens with refreshed look
Read full article: As one of Jacksonville’s oldest Publix locations is set to be demolished, a new one opens with refreshed lookPublix will reveal the Grand Opening of its new Jacksonville retail location in Harbour Place on Oct. 3.

Two Publix stores sit just 500 feet apart in this Northeast Florida city — but why?
Read full article: Two Publix stores sit just 500 feet apart in this Northeast Florida city — but why?It’s pretty much a Florida tradition for any beach day: You load up the car and on the way to the ocean, you make the obligatory Publix run to grab all the beach essentials like Pub Subs, sweet tea and fried chicken.

Meet Lady and Todd: 2 orphaned dogs hoping for happy ‘tails’ and a new home
Read full article: Meet Lady and Todd: 2 orphaned dogs hoping for happy ‘tails’ and a new homeMeet Lady and Todd - these two pups tragically lost their owner a few days ago and are in desperate need of the perfect home. Ideally together if possible. The last day anyone heard from their owner/dad was June 28 and sadly the dogs were in the home with him for 5-7 days before being discovered. Both dogs are 6 years old, spayed/neutered, and up to date on all their vaccinations through February 2025. Their owner was a devoted dog dad, taking them everywhere, even to places like Publix and their favorite ice cream shop, Dreamette. They were often seen in Avondale, heads out of the car window, wearing sunglasses and sporting booties. They miss him terribly, but are happy and hopeful for their new home!

4th Annual St. Augustine Food and Wine Festival
Read full article: 4th Annual St. Augustine Food and Wine FestivalThe fourth annual St. Augustine Food + Wine Festival, presented by Publix, named “One of Florida’s Top 10 Food & Wine Festivals” by USA Today, takes place May 8 – 12, 2024. The festival is a showcase of culinary, beverage and culture, offering a wide variety of events for all tastebuds and budgets. The Saturday Grand Tasting includes TV personality/celebrity guest chef, Tiffany Derry headlining the Publix Cooking Demo Stage.

Deck The Chairs announces winners from 2023 holiday display contest
Read full article: Deck The Chairs announces winners from 2023 holiday display contestDeck The Chairs organizers said despite multiple days impacted by weather, the holiday display event drew record crowds for its 11th season in Jacksonville Beach.

Could lucky year for Jacksonville continue with Wednesday's Powerball drawing?
Read full article: Could lucky year for Jacksonville continue with Wednesday's Powerball drawing?The Powerball Jackpot is up to $685 million with a cash option worth more than $344 million. The next drawing is on Wednesday at 10:59 p.m.

Making Ends Meet: Ways to save on your Thanksgiving meal
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Ways to save on your Thanksgiving mealFor those looking to save time (and money), we compared options for pre-made heat and serve Thanksgiving meals at eight restaurants and grocery stores -- and here's what we found.

Former Publix employees file federal lawsuit, accuse supermarket of making them work overtime without pay
Read full article: Former Publix employees file federal lawsuit, accuse supermarket of making them work overtime without payFormer employees of Publix filed a federal lawsuit against the supermarket on Thursday claiming they were required to work overtime hours without getting paid.
Remember this? Check out this Publix photo timeline to celebrate 93 years of business
Read full article: Remember this? Check out this Publix photo timeline to celebrate 93 years of businessPublix is celebrating 92 years of business on Tuesday. Its first store opened its doors to customers in Winter Haven on Sept. 6, 1930.

Pharmacy at Neptune Beach Publix robbed 2 days before store’s Mega Millions win: police
Read full article: Pharmacy at Neptune Beach Publix robbed 2 days before store’s Mega Millions win: policeTwo days before a Neptune Beach Publix made national headlines for selling the winning $1.58 billion Mega Millions ticket, the store attracted the unwanted attention of an armed robbery suspect, according to police.

A Mega Millions ticket sold in Florida wins $1.58 billion jackpot, the third-largest in US history
Read full article: A Mega Millions ticket sold in Florida wins $1.58 billion jackpot, the third-largest in US historyA single lottery ticket sold in Florida has won a $1.58 billion Mega Millions jackpot.

New rooftop fish and oyster restaurant planned for Publix shopping center in San Marco
Read full article: New rooftop fish and oyster restaurant planned for Publix shopping center in San MarcoA new fish and oyster restaurant is coming to San Marco and will move into a two-story cornerstone spot next to Publix.

Making Ends Meet: Ways to save on your Thanksgiving dinner
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Ways to save on your Thanksgiving dinnerBecause we know making ends meet is tough right now, News4JAX has been trying to help you save on the bills that really add up like your car insurance and homeowners’ insurance.

How to make amazing meals with Thanksgiving leftovers
Read full article: How to make amazing meals with Thanksgiving leftoversJasmin Wooden owner of Blue Sage Cuisine stopped by the Publix kitchen for some amazing recipes using Thanksgiving leftovers. Blue Sage Cuisine is a local catering company using locally sourced, scratch made, preservative free FOOD. actual, real food. Jasmin said she started her catering company becuase " It’s simple really - I was sick and Food HEALED me. I wanted to share good, clean food with everyone so they wouldn’t have compromise for their special days.”

Publix to close stores early in 11 Florida counties ahead of Hurricane Ian
Read full article: Publix to close stores early in 11 Florida counties ahead of Hurricane IanPublix is closing stores in 11 Florida counties and modifying store hours as Hurricane Ian approaches, News4JAX sister station WKMG reported.

Man dies after being found unresponsive in car at Highland Square Shopping Center
Read full article: Man dies after being found unresponsive in car at Highland Square Shopping CenterA man has died at a local hospital after police found him unresponsive in a car that was parked in the Highland Square Shopping Center parking lot.

































