Attention, Safeway customers! The supermarket chain announced that it will soon close several of its stores across the country as part of a restructuring plan described by the company as a “growth accelerator.” Here’s a list of the locations that will be affected so you can see if there’s one near you.
Which stores will Safeway close?
According to the company, the closures will take place in three states: Colorado, New Mexico, and Nebraska. Here’s the full list of locations:
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201 E. Jefferson, Englewood, Colorado 80113
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500 E. 120th Ave, Northglenn, Colorado 80233
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1653 S. Colorado Blvd., Denver, Colorado 80222
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12200 E. Mississippi, Aurora, Colorado 80012
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3657 S. College Ave, Fort Collins, Colorado 80525
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860 Cleveland Ave., Loveland, Colorado 80537
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5060 North Academy Blvd., Colorado Springs, Colorado 80918
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1425 S. Murray Blvd., Colorado Springs, Colorado 80916
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315 W. 2nd St., La Junta, Colorado 81050
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906 E. Olive St., Lamar, Colorado 81052
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230 Morehead Street, Chadron, Nebraska 69337
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730 W. Main St., Farmington, New Mexico 87401
When will Safeway stores close?
The stores included in the closures will cease operations starting November 7.
Why is Safeway closing stores?
The company stated that the closures are due to underperforming stores. Safeway acknowledged that several employees will be affected and will seek to relocate them to nearby stores whenever possible.
History of Safeway
In 1915, MB Skaggs, a young entrepreneur from the small town of American Falls, Idaho, purchased a small grocery store from his father. From the beginning, his strategy focused on providing high value to customers while maintaining tight profit margins, a combination that proved extremely successful. Thanks to this approach, his business quickly began to expand, establishing a strong presence across multiple states.
In 1926, MB made a pivotal decision that would transform his company: he merged his business with 322 Safeway stores, formerly known as Selig, creating Safeway, Inc. This merger nearly doubled the size of his operation and allowed for accelerated growth. Two years later, Safeway became a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange, marking an important milestone and opening the door to new expansion opportunities.
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During the Great Depression, MB Skaggs remained focused on providing value to customers, refusing to let economic challenges divert his vision. In the 1930s, Safeway introduced per-pound pricing on fresh products, expiration dates on perishable goods, nutritional labeling, and some of the first customer parking lots, combining innovation and convenience in the shopping experience.
Today, MB Skaggs’ vision continues to guide Safeway, now part of Albertsons Companies, one of the largest food and pharmacy retail chains in the United States. With a strong local and national presence, the brand operates under multiple recognized names and continues to stand out for its focus on innovation, customer satisfaction, and strategic growth, keeping the founder’s legacy alive.
How many Safeway stores are there in the United States?
Currently, the chain operates around 923 grocery stores in the U.S., making it one of the largest brands run by Albertsons Companies in the country.
