A new ALDI grocery store will open soon in Ridgeland .

Here's what to know about the discount grocery grocery chain, when the new location will open, how you can get free food and other goodies.

What makes ALDI different from other grocery stores?

ALDI is an international chain that was founded in 1946 and is based in Batavia, Illinois.

It focuses on private labels and extreme efficiency to keep prices low , which means small stores, small staff and customers self-bag their owns groceries.

The products are displayed in shipping boxes to cut down shelving time and labor costs.

What do you need to know before you shop at ALDI? Be ready to pay a quarter to use a shopping cart. (You'll get it back when you return it.) Also, bring bags from home or be ready to buy some at th

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