As the ownership transition of Porter’s Grocery Stores in the Trans-Pecos communities of Alpine, Presidio, Marfa, Fort Davis, and Van Horn draws near, local residents are eager to learn more about Lowe’s Markets, the company slated to become their new local grocer on December 1st.
Lowe’s Markets, headquartered in Littlefield, Texas, boasts nearly six decades of experience in serving families. The company’s core principle centers around community care, emphasizing the well-being of the community, their employees, and their families. This commitment has fueled the company’s impressive expansion, now operating over 140 neighborhood stores across multiple states, including Texas, New Mexico, Colorado, Arizona, and Kansas.
The Lowe family’s history in the grocery industry dates back to the late 1940s when E.M. ‘Bud’ Lowe began selling candy and sundries from a truck in Littlefield. In 1963, the family acquired their first store in Olton, Texas, laying the foundation for Lowe’s Markets as a grocery retailer. This principle of community care has remained the cornerstone of the company’s values, passed down through the generations.
Roger Lowe Sr., the current President/Chairman of the Board, along with Yvette Lowe, Vice-President, and their children, Roger Jr. (VP/CEO) and Lezlie (VP/General Counsel), have played instrumental roles in the company’s growth. Their commitment to providing personal growth opportunities and rewarding career paths for employees reflects Lowe’s Markets’ dedication to its team members.
With Porter’s Grocery Stores poised for a change in ownership, Trans-Pecos communities are eager to discover how Lowe’s Markets plans to uphold the legacy of dedication, honesty, and community care that Porter’s has embodied for 78 years.
Transpecos locals have shared their thoughts on our original Big Bend Times story:
Kelley Sartor expressed optimism, mentioning a positive experience with a Lowe’s in Lubbock and holding out hope for the transition.
Paul White shared a mixed perspective, noting that Lowe’s in the Texas panhandle didn’t meet expectations but had a positive experience with one in Alamogordo.
Malinda Beeman, owner and cheese artist at Marfa Maid, conveyed concerns about the transition, emphasizing the significant role that grocery stores play in the community’s daily life
