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Coverage dated October 8, 2025

Publix to allow open carry of guns inside Florida stores, officials say

Headline from FOX 13 Tampa

Publix has confirmed with FOX 35 News that it will allow customers to openly carry guns in its Florida grocery stores. Here's what we know.

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  1. FOX 13 Tampa

    Publix to allow open carry of guns inside Florida stores, officials say (opens FOX 13 Tampa)

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    FOX 13 Tampa's feed description

    Publix has confirmed with FOX 35 News that it will allow customers to openly carry guns in its Florida grocery stores. Here's what we know.

  2. WSVN Miami

    Publix confirms it will allow open carry inside Florida stores following court ruling - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports (opens WSVN Miami)

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    WSVN Miami's feed description

    (WSVN) - Publix has confirmed it will allow customers to openly carry firearms inside its Florida stores, following a court ruling that struck down the

  3. Miami New Times

    Publix Is Allowing Open Carry. These Grocery Stores Still Aren't. (opens Miami New Times)

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    Miami New Times's feed description

    While Publix is on board with open carry, not all Florida grocery stores are. Here's which ones still say no.

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