Kroger is open on Christmas Eve (Wednesday, Dec. 24), but with reduced hours — most stores and fuel centers close by 6 p.m., and pharmacy counters typically close earlier, around 5 p.m. Because hours can vary slightly by region, shoppers should double-check their local Kroger store hours before heading out.

The Yuletide is upon us, and shopping never ends. If you still have some shopping to do, Kroger is open on Christmas Eve but with slightly reduced hours. The store and fuel centres are open until 6 pm, while the pharmacies are open till 4 pm.

Here's what you need to know about which grocery stores will be open and their hours on Wednesday, Dec. 24 this year.

Kroger boosts its stock buyback program, just as the shares are in danger of having their worst month in three years.

The Cincinnati-based grocer has faced more than 20 lawsuits since 2020, according to an Enquirer investigation. Store managers have accused the company of using promotions to avoid paying overtime in an effort to save money.

Kroger remains the second largest grocer in the U.S. and is on track to grow profits off the back of strong digital and private label sales

Kroger will be required to reimburse $104,000 in job growth incentives, $209,892.37 in ad valorem tax rebates, $390,603.36 in impact fees and $755,737.76 in waived building permit fees for a total refund of $1,460,233.49, the city said.

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