RPCS reopens Tulsa stores under new name

RPCS purchased nine grocery stores and three fuel centers, all in the Tulsa, Okla., area, from Albertsons LLC in June. Six of those stores reopened under the Food Pyramid name Wednesday; another location opens under the new name today and the remaining two stores will reopen Friday. The fuel centers, called Pyramid Express, also opened Wednesday.

Immediate changes include some reduced prices and an upgrade in beef quality, according to a company news release. New features to be introduced gradually include a full-service Starbucks, a $3 prescription program, expanded bakery and deli departments, and an increased selection of organic and international foods and fresh sushi.

The new stores bring RPCS’ operations to 43 retail stores, 28 in-store pharmacies, 11 Starbucks, three restaurants and three fuel centers. Officials estimate 1,000 employees were added to the company’s payroll through the purchase, bringing its base to about 2,800 workers.