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== United Supermarkets ==
== United Supermarkets ==


United Supermarkets is a North American supermarket grocery store chain. With headquarters in Lubbock, Texas, its stores are located in over 30 markets across north and west Texas. The company operates under five distinct formats including United Supermarkets, Market Street, Amigos, Albertsons Market, and United Express.
[[File:United_Supermarkets_logo.svg|thumb|right|United Supermarkets logo]]
 
'''United Supermarkets''' is a chain of supermarkets located primarily in the state of [[Texas]], [[United States]]. The company operates under the umbrella of the [[United Family]], which is a subsidiary of the [[Albertsons Companies]]. United Supermarkets is known for its customer service, community involvement, and a wide range of grocery products.


== History ==
== History ==


[[United Supermarkets]] was founded in 1916 by H.D. Snell in Sayre, Oklahoma. The company remained family-owned until 2013 when it was acquired by Albertsons. Today, it is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the [[Albertsons]] Companies.
United Supermarkets was founded in 1916 by H.D. Snell in [[Sayre, Oklahoma]]. The company moved its headquarters to [[Lubbock, Texas]] in 1949, where it remains today. Over the years, United Supermarkets has expanded its presence throughout Texas, opening numerous locations and acquiring other grocery chains.


== Store Formats ==
== Operations ==


United Supermarkets operates under five distinct formats:
United Supermarkets operates several formats of stores, including traditional supermarkets, [[Market Street]] stores, and [[Amigos]] stores. Each format is designed to cater to different customer needs and preferences.


* '''[[United Supermarkets]]''': The traditional grocery store format.
=== Market Street ===
* '''[[Market Street]]''': A "gourmet" banner that provides a high-end grocery shopping experience.
* '''[[Amigos]]''': A banner that caters to the Hispanic market.
* '''[[Albertsons Market]]''': A banner that operates in smaller markets.
* '''[[United Express]]''': A convenience store format.


== Services ==
Market Street stores offer a more upscale shopping experience with a focus on specialty foods, organic products, and prepared meals. These stores often include in-store dining options and a wide selection of gourmet items.


In addition to traditional grocery store services, United Supermarkets also offers several unique services. These include catering, pharmacy, floral, and fuel. The company also operates several in-store restaurants under the [[Market Street]] banner.
=== Amigos ===
 
Amigos stores are designed to serve the Hispanic community, offering a variety of products that cater to Hispanic tastes and preferences. These stores feature a wide selection of authentic Hispanic foods and ingredients.


== Community Involvement ==
== Community Involvement ==


United Supermarkets is heavily involved in the communities it serves. The company supports numerous local charities and organizations, and it also operates a charitable foundation, the [[United Supermarkets Charitable Foundation]], which provides funding for local non-profit organizations.
United Supermarkets is actively involved in the communities it serves. The company supports various local charities, schools, and community events. It also runs programs to promote health and wellness among its customers and employees.
 
== See Also ==
 
* [[List of supermarket chains in the United States]]
* [[Albertsons]]
* [[Supermarket]]
 
== References ==


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== Related Pages ==


== External Links ==
* [[Albertsons Companies]]
* [[Market Street]]
* [[Amigos]]
* [[Lubbock, Texas]]


* [http://www.unitedtexas.com Official website]
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[[Category:Companies based in Lubbock, Texas]]
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[[Category:1916 establishments in Oklahoma]]
[[Category:Retail companies established in 1916]]
[[Category:American companies established in 1916]]

Latest revision as of 16:29, 16 February 2025

United Supermarkets[edit]

File:United Supermarkets logo.svg
United Supermarkets logo

United Supermarkets is a chain of supermarkets located primarily in the state of Texas, United States. The company operates under the umbrella of the United Family, which is a subsidiary of the Albertsons Companies. United Supermarkets is known for its customer service, community involvement, and a wide range of grocery products.

History[edit]

United Supermarkets was founded in 1916 by H.D. Snell in Sayre, Oklahoma. The company moved its headquarters to Lubbock, Texas in 1949, where it remains today. Over the years, United Supermarkets has expanded its presence throughout Texas, opening numerous locations and acquiring other grocery chains.

Operations[edit]

United Supermarkets operates several formats of stores, including traditional supermarkets, Market Street stores, and Amigos stores. Each format is designed to cater to different customer needs and preferences.

Market Street[edit]

Market Street stores offer a more upscale shopping experience with a focus on specialty foods, organic products, and prepared meals. These stores often include in-store dining options and a wide selection of gourmet items.

Amigos[edit]

Amigos stores are designed to serve the Hispanic community, offering a variety of products that cater to Hispanic tastes and preferences. These stores feature a wide selection of authentic Hispanic foods and ingredients.

Community Involvement[edit]

United Supermarkets is actively involved in the communities it serves. The company supports various local charities, schools, and community events. It also runs programs to promote health and wellness among its customers and employees.

Related Pages[edit]

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