Obviously it’s been a long time coming but it seems as if the Kroger fuel center could be nearing an open. Through the movement of equipment, gas trucks filling the pumps and prodding Kroger employees for information, all signs point to an opening around the end of the month.
Other than our website, probably the best information of all things Newport Pavilion can be found at the Newport Pavilion Fans Facebook page here. They also point to a February groundbreaking for Chic Fil A, as well.
I, for one, cannot wait to have a normal option for fuel. Normal being the operative word, and if you have to fuel up around Fort Thomas you know what I mean. Let me explain for those who don’t.
BP: Consistently overpriced. Also, from our Facebook page conversation, (click “Like” for another opportunity to win prizes) not the most customer-friendly management.
Marathon: (Inverness district) Great family business – also the consensus on the facebook page. Overpriced at times and most notably, no credit card swipers at the pumps. Not that big of a deal, but definitely a factor if you’re in a hurry.
Shell: Not centrally located. Only convenient for those on the South Side of town.
Speedway: (10th street and Monmouth – both Newport) Oh the sights you’ll see at these locations. Bottom line – you get the feeling you are being preyed upon. Latest example: last week a woman was pumping gas at the Monmouth St. location. She was car jacked with her dog, purse and newly bought soccer equipment for her son still in the car. The thief drove a few blocks, picked up three comrades, and tossed the dog out of the car. Luckily, she found the dog three hours later.
Obviously that type of thing doesn’t happen every week, but I think more people than not will welcome a Kroger gas option.
