Food City actually dates back to 1918 when a store was opened in Greeneville, Tennessee, but K-VA-T Food Stores’ official beginning took place in 1955 when founder Jack C. Smith--with his father, Curtis and uncle, Earl--opened the first store in Grundy, Virginia. Since that time, they have grown steadily by expansion into new market areas while remodeling and replacing existing locations as needed to best serve their customers. Being community-oriented and involved in local efforts is one of their top priorities. Through a partnership with local farmers, Food City is able to bring their customers fresh-from-the-field fruits and vegetables. Many items are delivered directly from the farm to the store on the same day they are picked. In order to provide the best produce at the best prices, they also offer customers private label choices through their participation in the Topco Cooperative.
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