Midwest retailer expanding

Grand Rapids, Mich. -- Meijer is on the move in Wisconsin.



Continuing an estimated $750 million investment in Wisconsin, Meijer on Tuesday opened two more superstores in the state. The retailer announced plans to open two to three new Wisconsin locations per year through 2019.



Meijer, which now operates 222 stores, entered Wisconsin just six weeks ago, with two stores. The retailer traditionally focused its growth on five states: Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky.



"Since opening our first two stores in the state six weeks ago, local residents and new customers have welcomed us with open arms and responded positively to the new shopping option we offer in Wisconsin," said co-chairman Hank Meijer. "We are thrilled to be opening our Wauwatosa and Oak Creek supercenters.”