Harris Teeter Company Description
Harris Teeter operates about 175 supermarkets, mostly in North Carolina, but also in about a half dozen other southeastern states and the District of Columbia. Most of the regional chain's grocery stores feature niceties such as sushi bars, gourmet delis, cafes, and wine departments. About two-thirds of the stores house pharmacies. Harris Teeter is accelerating its growth in Maryland, northern Virginia, and the competitive Washington, D.C., market and nearby suburbs. Formed by the combination of Harris Super Markets and Teeter's Food Marts in 1960, Harris Teeter was acquired by Ruddick in 1969. Harris Teeter accounts for more than 90% of parent company Ruddick's sales.
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