“While our Guadalupe location is a storied part of Wheatsville’s history and a long-standing landmark along Guadalupe, its future is somewhat less assured,” said Bickford. “Project Connect ...

Last summer, Wheatsville Co-op announced its Guadalupe location would close at the end of 2026, citing issues with sales decline and Austin’s plans to install a light rail through the area.

Bill Bickford, general manager of Wheatsville Co-op, spoke with KXAN May 23 after the business announced it would move from its current Guadalupe location in Austin. The move comes as current ...