Kroger’s Success in Right to Work Kentucky Means New Jobs
Kroger is adding a new location soon in Right to Work Franklin, Kentucky. In order to accomplish this, the company is investing a total of $391 million in the project. As a result, they will also create 430 new jobs!
From Area Development Magazine:
“I want to thank leaders at Kroger not only for this announcement of a new potential distribution center in Simpson County but also for their continued commitment to the commonwealth over many years. […] Kroger has long been a crucial contributor to Kentucky’s thriving economy, and this new location helps ensure that will continue to be the case for years to come. I’m grateful for the company’s expanding presence in our state – and these 430 new jobs for our people.” […]
“We are excited to see Kroger establish a distribution facility in Franklin. […] This $400 million investment represents not just a commitment to our workforce but also to innovation and growth in our industrial sector. The projected 430 jobs will have a lasting impact on our community and enhance our region’s economic landscape.”
To read the previous economic update on Right to Work states, click here.