Food Lion has announced completion of remodeling 87 stores in six states requiring an investment of $127 million.  The subsidiary of Ahold Delhaize USA noted that the upgrades included 27 stores in Tennessee, 23 in Georgia, 20 in South Carolina, 11 in North Carolina, and three each in Kentucky and Virginia. Food Lion operates 1,100 stores in 10 southeastern and mid-Atlantic states.

The company will also include more locally-sourced products on its shelves and will stress gluten-free and organic items.  Following the lead of other major chains, Food Lion will promote its house brand, Nature’s Promise, for beef, poultry, dairy, and children’s foods.  The remodeling of stores provided more space for grab-and-go items, deli meats and cheeses, and a wider assortment of produce. Food Lion President Meg Ham noted “We are excited to welcome our neighbors in these towns with updated stores, our associates are waiting to show customers their newly remodeled stores and experience the expanded variety and assortment.” 

By the end of 2021, 23 of the stores will offer Food Lion To-Go, an online ordering and pickup service.  Home delivery will be available in selected areas using Instacart.