September 22, 2025

Trader Joe’s Expands at Village at Orange Shopping Center

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Trader Joe’s is set to finish its expansion at the Village at Orange shopping center before Thanksgiving, merging two stores into one to enhance customer service. The new location, which will occupy the former CVS space, aims to alleviate crowding issues for nearby shoppers. This store will be Trader Joe’s 46th in Southern California, reflecting the brand’s growth in the region. Alongside this development, local events and new businesses are emerging in Orange County, highlighting community engagement and economic growth.

Orange – Trader Joe’s is set to complete its expansion at the Village at Orange shopping center before Thanksgiving, converting two stores into one to better serve customers. This new grocery location will occupy the former CVS space, while the existing Trader Joe’s will be repurposed for inventory and storage, enhancing operational efficiency.

The expanded Trader Joe’s store, located at 2114 N. Tustin St., will become the company’s 46th store. Ongoing construction includes significant updates, such as the installation of a new, larger sign atop the building, signifying the brand’s growth and commitment to the community.

This expansion is part of Trader Joe’s broader strategy in Southern California, where the company has added at least eight new stores over the past year. The new location is particularly anticipated to alleviate crowding issues that frequently arise among shoppers, especially during the busy school year at nearby Chapman University. A new Trader Joe’s store is also in the pipeline for Costa Mesa, further showcasing the brand’s growth in the area, alongside the recent opening of another store in Ladera Ranch earlier this year.

In related local developments, the Mission Viejo Town Center has undergone a rebranding to become LOCAL, focusing on home furnishings and design. This shift, which included updated exterior finishes and landscaping, follows three years of planning. Among the new merchants at LOCAL are Ferguson Home, which boasts a 20,000-square-foot showroom dedicated to upscale bathroom and kitchen accessories, and Joybird, offering mid-century modern furniture inspired by designs from the 1950s and 60s. Terra Outdoor also features a spacious 7,000-square-foot showroom with outdoor furniture highlights. Ra Yoga, another tenant, offers various heated and non-heated yoga classes.

Additionally, a new farmers market is set to debut at Dana Point Harbor, which will take place weekly on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This market aims to showcase local vendors, hosting at least 25 participants offering locally grown produce and artisanal goods.

In personnel updates, Scott Norris has been appointed as the new president of Friar Tux, bringing extensive industry experience in men’s apparel. At SecureAuth, Peter Rooney joins as chief customer officer after holding previous roles at well-known companies like Digital Guardian and Oracle. Furthermore, Shannon R. Loeser has been appointed to the board of the nonprofit organization Radiant Futures in Fullerton.

In cultural news, actor Ted McGinley has been selected as the grand marshal for the opening night of the 117th annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, which will occur nightly at 6:30 p.m. from December 17 to 21 in Newport Harbor.

Finally, community initiatives have made headlines, with Higher Ground Youth and Family Services raising $565,000 during a recent gala, aimed at expanding their programs. Hoag Hospital Foundation’s fourth annual H.E.R. Summit also reported a successful fundraising effort, raising $300,000 for women’s health services at the new Sun Family Campus in Irvine, set to open in 2026. Additionally, Susel Carrillo-Orellana has been appointed as a judge in the Orange County Superior Court, and Mark Hilbert has been recognized as Chapman University’s Outstanding Volunteer of the Year for 2025, notably for his efforts in enhancing the Hilbert Museum of California Art.

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