COVINGTON, Ga. - The Highway 278 Kroger Grocery Store will undergo a remodel totaling more than $800,000, according to building permits issued by the city of Covington. 

According to the permit, the interior remodel will include updates in the deli/bakery and restrooms. It will also add a sushi prep area and online grocery order pick up space. 

The estimated value for the remodel is $843,567. 

"Kroger is a staple of our community, it is wonderful to see significant improvements being invested into their 278 store, this improvement reflects well on the continued economic growth of Covington and Newton County," David Bernd, vice president of Covington/Newton County Economic Development, said. 

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The Covington News reached out to Kroger Corporate Affairs and will continue to provide updates as information is provided.