🛒 Tacoma’s Pacific Ave Fred Meyer Is Closing

If you live near 72nd and Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, you’ve probably already heard the news: the local Fred Meyer store is closing this fall. The last day of business is set for September 27, 2025 — and the community is pushing back hard.

📉 Why It’s Closing

Parent company Kroger Co. recently announced plans to close 60 stores nationwide as part of an “efficiency” strategy after its failed merger with Albertsons. Unfortunately, Tacoma’s Pacific Ave location is on that list.

For many, this isn’t just another store closing — it’s a major disruption to daily life.

👥 Community Response

The announcement has sparked frustration and worry among residents. More than 1,700 people signed a petition urging Kroger to reconsider. Concerns include:

• Job losses: More than 200 local employees will be displaced.

• Access to groceries: Many seniors and bus riders in South Tacoma rely on this location, and losing it means fewer convenient options.

• Neighborhood impact: Residents worry the closure could leave a major gap in essential services for the area.

🏛 Political Reaction

The surprise decision has even drawn attention from lawmakers. State Senator Steve Conway has spoken out about the closure, suggesting that new laws may be needed to require advanced notice for major business shutdowns, especially when they impact vulnerable communities.

🧭 What’s Next

Fred Meyer has said employees will be offered transfers to other locations, but the long-term future of the 72nd & Pacific site is unclear. For now, the closure highlights the ripple effects that large corporate decisions can have on local neighborhoods.

📍 Location: Fred Meyer – 7250 Pacific Ave, Tacoma
📅 Closing Date: September 27, 2025

📨 I’m Aaron Thomas, a local realtor sharing updates on business closures, community shifts, and stories that impact life across the South Sound. Every Friday, we publish the South Sound Report newsletter — so you don’t have to try to stay in the know.

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