Hornbacher’s, a regional grocery chain owned by employee‑owned Coborn’s, Inc., announced Friday that it will open a new store in the city of Horace, North Dakota. The development will add an eighth Hornbacher’s location to the Fargo‑Moorhead market, which already includes seven stores.
According to Valley News Live, Coborn’s, Inc. said planning for the Horace store is underway but did not disclose the exact site, size, or projected opening date. A comment posted on the City of Horace’s Facebook page indicated the proposed location will be “east of McDonalds, south of Circle K.” The company expects to release more details about the project timeline in early 2027.
Emily Coborn Wright, president of Coborn’s, Inc., emphasized the chain’s commitment to the communities it serves, stating, “We take great pride in the Hornbacher’s stores and what they mean to the neighborhoods they serve. We are excited for this next chapter of the Hornbacher’s story and look forward to becoming part of the Horace community.”
Hornbacher’s traces its roots to a single SuperValu store opened in Moorhead by founders Ted Hornbacher and Jim Custer. Since then, the brand has grown to seven locations throughout the Fargo‑Moorhead area. The chain became part of Coborn’s, Inc. in 2018 and celebrated its 75th anniversary earlier this year.
Coborn’s, Inc., headquartered in St. Cloud, Minnesota, operates 77 stores across six states under several banners, including Cash Wise Foods and Hornbacher’s. The addition of a Horace store expands the company’s footprint in a region that has seen steady population growth and increasing demand for convenient grocery options.
Local residents see the new store as a potential boost to the local economy, offering additional jobs and a broader selection of groceries without needing to travel to larger retail centers. City officials have not yet released details on any required permits or zoning approvals, but the Facebook comment suggests the site is already under municipal consideration.
What’s next: Coborn’s, Inc. plans to share more specifics about the Horace store’s size, design, and opening schedule in early 2027. Residents are encouraged to follow updates from the City of Horace and Hornbacher’s official communications for information on job opportunities and community events tied to the new location.
Sources: valleynewslive.com
