FRANKLIN, Ky. (WSMV) - Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced Thursday that Kroger intends to establish a new $391 million distribution center in Franklin.

The new facility will be a full-line distribution center and will feature scalable and automated operations. Beshear said it will also create about 430 new full-time jobs in Kentucky.

“I want to thank leaders at Kroger not only for this announcement of a new potential distribution center in Simpson County but also for their continued commitment to the commonwealth over many years,” said Gov. Beshear.

“Kroger has long been a crucial contributor to Kentucky’s thriving economy, and this new location helps ensure that will continue to be the case for years to come. I’m grateful for the company’s expanding presence in our state – and th

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