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Trader Joe'sexpresses interest in Columbia County; manager dispels rumor of employee swimming pool at government center

Columbia County (podcast) · February 23, 2026
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County Manager Scott Johnson confirmed Trader Joe's interest in opening a store in Columbia County but said no deal is finalized; he also denied a circulating rumor that the new government center will include a swimming pool for employees, saying the space will serve parking, ingress/egress and public access.

Trader Joe's has expressed interest in opening a store in Columbia County, County Manager Scott Johnson said, but he cautioned the plan is not final and requires further work with the company.

"The company did confirm that they are interested in a store here, and it is a project that we've been working on," Johnson said, adding…

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