GRAND RAPIDS, MI - Meijer appears to be on the move, having just celebrated the opening of two stores in the Northern Illinois area last week and then announcing that it is moving into Wisconsin with two more this summer.

The two 190,000 square foot stores opened in Rockford and Machesney Park, Illinois, adding to the existing 25 stores the company already has in the state, and are among the 11 stores the company has in the works for the midwest area, according to a press release. These particular two will be open 24 hours to offer fresh produce to the locals.

“As a pioneer of one-stop shopping, we’ve always strived to offer easy, affordable solutions to our neighbors, and we look forward to serving new customers in the Rockford area,” Hank Meijer, Co-Chairman, said the release. “These supercenters represent our ongoing commitment to help provide a healthier, balanced lifestyle for anyone who steps through our door.”

The new supercenter offerings include more than 600 varieties of farm-fresh produce, as well as a custom bakery and meat department. And the retailer appears to be far from done.

Meijer will reportedly open its Grafton and Kenosha, Wisconsin, stores on Tues., June 23rd, according to the Co-Chair.

"We're extremely eager to finally open our doors to Wisconsin," Hank Meijer said. "We've been telling southeastern Wisconsin residents for months that they will love our fresh grocery options, wide selection of general merchandise and overall value. Now we're excited to prove it as we open our first two stores in Grafton and Kenosha, with more to come later this summer."

Beginning June 25th, the company will reportedly begin promotions and events as part of its grand opening celebration, the first of four supercenters total that the company has slated to open this year in southeastern Wisconsin, with locations in Oak Creek and Wauwatosa on track to open in August.

The retailer now has 217 stores throughout the Midwest region, stating that it has grown steadily by focusing on fresh grocery options, value to customers, and community partnership. AndNowUKnow will continue to keep you up to date on this company’s growth as it follows its current plans to expand.