Representatives from The United Family joined city officials and other community representatives Feb. 25 to break ground on an Albertsons Market grocery store and fuel station in Lovington, New Mexico.
Slated to open in 2026, it will be the first United Family location in the market.
“It is always exciting to enter a new community, especially one that desires a new grocery store. We love New Mexico, and our team can’t wait to serve guests in Lovington with our best service,” said Sidney Hopper, president of The United Family.
Located in North Lovington, the Albertsons Market will feature services that have become mainstays of all next-generation United Family locations, including a pharmacy with drive-through, grocery pick-up and delivery, ReadyMeals, fresh in-store bakery and full-service floral department with delivery.
In addition, guests will find a wide selection of beer, wine and spirits. The store also will feature a full-service deli and hot bar with traditional favorites like fried chicken, pizza, breakfast and fresh sushi.
“We are thrilled to bring our new location to the Lovington community,” said Chris James, COO of The United Family. “More importantly, we are excited to introduce our culture of exceptional guest service. This culture will be evident in every department of our beautiful new store and throughout the entire community.”
The location will create about 250 jobs.
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About The United Family
In its 109th year of operation, United Supermarkets LLC – d.b.a. The United Family – is a Texas-based grocery chain with stores in 54 communities across the Lone Star State and New Mexico.
A self-distributing company with headquarters and distribution centers in Lubbock, Texas, The United Family operates 99 retail grocery stores under four banners – United Supermarkets, Market Street, Amigos and Albertsons Market – and 39 convenience stores under three banners –United Express, Market Street Express and Albertsons Market Express.
The company also includes ancillary operations R.C. Taylor Distributing, USM Manufacturing and Llano Logistics. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Albertsons Companies.