Kim Reeves+FollowWalgreens' $10B Payday: Who Picks Up the Tab?Here’s your coffee break scoop: Walgreens just got bought out for a cool $22 billion, but now it’s saddled with a mountain of debt. The new owners, a private equity firm, are famous for squeezing costs—so workers are worried about their pay and benefits. No official cuts yet, but if you work at Walgreens or rely on their pharmacy, keep an eye out for changes. When big money moves in, it’s usually the folks on the ground who feel it first. #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Walgreens00Share
Ernest Harris+FollowColumbia Walgreens closing: What’s next?The Walgreens at 6500 Garners Ferry Road, a staple for many in Columbia, is shutting its doors for good on January 27, 2026. For folks who’ve counted on this spot—especially with its location near the Dorn VA Medical Center—this means adjusting routines and possibly facing longer trips for prescriptions and essentials. All prescriptions will move to the nearby Walgreens at 7801 Garners Ferry, but it’s worth double-checking your details and store hours to avoid any hiccups. How do you think this closure will affect your daily life or the neighborhood? Let’s talk about it. #Business #ColumbiaSC #Walgreens00Share
