Groundbreaking Celebration Marks Start of Jewel-Osco in Saint John, Indiana

DeMao Retail proudly hosted the groundbreaking ceremony for the highly anticipated Jewel-Osco grocery store in Saint John, Indiana, on Thursday, September 4, 2025.

The more than 70,000-square-foot store will include Starbucks, Deli & Hot Foods, Sushi, Bakery, Produce, Meat & Seafood, Beer, Wine, & Liquor, Pharmacy & Drive Up and Go, serving as a one-stop shopping destination for residents.

Town of Saint John officials, community leaders, and project partners gathered for the ceremonial turning of the soil, marking a milestone in the continued growth of the Wicker Avenue retail corridor in this growing community.

This project is a direct result of collaboration between Jewel-Osco, Town of Saint John leaders, and our development team. It’s exciting to see this vision for enhancing retail in Saint John come to life.

- Jen Hallgarth, President of DeMao Retail

Scheduled to open in 2026, the store will mark Jewel-Osco’s 190th opening.

The Peterson Company will serve as the general contractor for the project, with established experience in large-scale commercial work and a disciplined approach to quality.