Retail demand causing price increases, shortages
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Amy Passaretti / The Outlook Winn DIxie is limiting the number of eggs customers can buy as they struggle to keep the shelves stocked.

People around the country are stocking up on necessities, so it’s no surprise local grocery stores’ sales have skyrocketed the last few weeks as people worry about having the essentials while potentially being isolated at home due to the coronavirus pandemic.

“The entire industry is having supply issues right now,” Alexander City Piggly Wiggly manager Don Stacks said. “We’re doing everything possible to continue to serve our community as best as possible.”

Amy Passaretti is the editor of Lake Martin Living and Elmore County Living.