The Georgia Court of Appeals today affirmed the dismissal of a lawsuit brought by Publix Super Market, Inc. against Cobb County, Georgia, which challenged the county's decision to hire private law firms on a contingency fee basis to prosecute its opioid public nuisance action.

Yes, Publix also allows open carry in Georgia as it does in Florida. In an email to 11Alive, Publix spokesperson Nicole Krauss provided the following company statement:

Yes, you can open carry a gun in Publix stores in Alabama, just like in Georgia and Florida According to the NRA, open carry is legal without a permit in Alabama. This law was enacted back in 2023. Alabama also honors the carry licenses and permits of every other state.

Club Publix, the retailer’s loyalty platform, embodies that blend of tradition and technology. “It enables one-to-one communication and personalized offers,” she explains, “but unlike other retailers, you don’t need to be a member to get our deals. That comes straight from Mr. George’s belief that everyone should be treated like kings and queens.”