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Cub Foods in St. Paul to close in August

Cub Foods on University Ave will shut down on Aug. 2, affecting 96 employees after 14 days.

July 21, 2025 at 08:27 PM

Cub Foods in St. Paul's Midway to close next month

The impending closure of Cub Foods has created anxiety among local residents and employees.

Closure of Cub Foods in St. Paul draws community concern

Cub Foods in St. Paul's Midway neighborhood will close on August 2, impacting 96 employees. The announcement came via a letter to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, but it did not specify reasons for the closure. Local residents expressed deep concern over the decision, highlighting safety issues and the grocery store's importance for accessibility. In 2024 alone, police responded to 400 calls at the store, emphasizing a growing safety concern. Mayor Melvin Carter noted previous efforts to address these issues with Cub leadership, which recently halted progress by missing a scheduled meeting. Community members fear that without the store, they will face a food desert, lacking affordable options close to home.

Key Takeaways

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Cub Foods will close on August 2, affecting 96 employees.

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Residents worry about safety issues leading to the store's closure.

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Local leaders have previously met with Cub to discuss safety concerns.

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Community members fear the area will become a food desert.

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Transportation challenges leave many residents with fewer grocery options.

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A union is working to relocate affected employees.

"This Cub, I mean, it's in the neighborhood."

Jimmy Brown discusses the impact of the store's closure on local accessibility for residents with mobility issues.

"It's bad for people like me."

Jimmy Brown expresses concern about losing a grocery store close to home, especially for those with mobility challenges.

"Lost access to inexpensive, locally sourced foods makes this a food desert."

Joanne Slavin highlights the critical food access issues that the store's closure will exacerbate.

"Stop tearing up your neighborhood where you live."

Connie Higgins urges for better attention to community needs in light of the grocery store closing.

The closure reflects broader economic challenges and safety concerns in urban areas. As residents face limited grocery options, the loss of Cub Foods may exacerbate existing issues related to food access. The rising number of police calls suggests a worrying trend not only for the store but also for the neighborhood's overall safety. It raises questions about corporate responsibility in addressing community needs and being responsive to local concerns. Moving forward, it will be essential for community leaders to collaborate with grocery chains to ensure accessible food sources remain intact, particularly for residents without transportation.

Highlights

Closure of Cub Foods threatens local accessibility.
Community voices are rising as Cub Foods prepares to close.
This grocery store is vital for our neighborhood's health.
Safety concerns cannot overshadow community needs.

Community fears food desert status

The closure of Cub Foods raises concerns of increased food insecurity in the area. Local leaders and residents worry the loss will limit affordable grocery access, particularly affecting those without transportation.

The future of convenient grocery access in Midway now hangs in the balance.

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