The population of Southeast Texas is growing larger by the day and more people means more mouths to feed. Do we have options when choosing a grocery store locally? Sure. However the area is greatly lacking a store with “amazing food and drinks from around the globe and around the corner” at a great price! There are people all over this area who make a special trip driving hours away just to stock up on the infamous TJ’s snacks and foods. While it is always worth the drive I believe Trader Joe’s would be the perfect addition to this community and I believe our community would be the perfect addition to Trader Joe’s. I fully understand the lack of franchising is what has allowed this company to  maintain the quality of their store and I’m petitioning for the company to allow that type of quality to come to our little area of the country. Let’s make it happen!