In 1960, Harris Super Markets and Teeter's Food Marts officially merged to form Harris Teeter. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Ruddick Corporation. Harris Teeter operates a chain of food markets in North Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, Tennessee, Florida and South Carolina. The company operates more than 150 retail stores and various grocery, frozen food and perishable distribution centers. It...
In 1936, W.T. Harris opened the first Harris Food Store in Charlotte, NC. The store was founded on three principles: high-quality products, clean stores and superior customer service. Just a few years later, Willis L. Teeter and his brother, Paul, opened their first Teeter’s Food Mart in Mooresville, NC. On February 1, 1960, Harris Super Markets and Teeter’s Food Marts officially merged to form...