# Starbucks breaks ground at Russell Centre in northeastern Kentucky **Published:** 2026-06-25T14:50:27.000Z **Source:** [Lane Report (KY Business)](https://www.lanereport.com/188246/2026/06/starbucks-building-new-location-at-russell-centre-in-northeast-ky/) **AI-generated:** yes (claude-haiku-4-5-20251001) **Canonical:** https://feeds.lexingtonky.news/article/starbucks-breaks-ground-at-russell-centre-in-northeastern-kentucky RUSSELL, Ky. — Starbucks has officially commenced construction at Russell Centre, marking another significant milestone in the retail development's growth trajectory, according to [reporting from The Lane Report](https://www.lanereport.com/188246/2026/06/starbucks-building-new-location-at-russell-centre-in-northeast-ky/). The new Starbucks location will feature modern design and convenient access, serving [both local residents and regional visitors across the Tri-State area](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russell,_Kentucky). Russell Centre, anchored by nationally recognized retailers Kroger and Lowe's Home Improvement, has established itself as a dominant shopping and service destination for the greater Russell and Ashland market. Robert Saggese, senior leasing representative with RD Management, called the development a major milestone. "Breaking ground on Starbucks is a testament to the strength of this location," Saggese said. "With Kroger and Lowe's serving as powerful anchor tenants, the center continues to attract top-tier national brands and deliver a strong retail environment for both tenants and the community." The global coffee chain operates more than 41,000 locations worldwide and has demonstrated strong customer demand and revenue growth. Its ability to generate consistent daily traffic and cultivate a loyal customer base makes it a powerful addition to Russell Centre, complementing existing anchor tenants while increasing visibility and foot traffic for surrounding retailers. The development comes as Russell Centre continues to expand its tenant mix. In May, the center secured a lease commitment from [Wingstop, the cooked-to-order wings restaurant](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/wingstop-signs-lease-at-russell-centre-in-russell-kentucky-302765761.html), reflecting the center's momentum as a regional retail hub. With construction activity underway, Russell Centre is actively seeking additional tenants to capitalize on the development's success, including in-line retail space, outparcel development, and ground lease sites suitable for build-to-suit concepts. For more information, contact RD Management at (419) 450-0810. ## Sources - [Lane Report (KY Business)](https://www.lanereport.com/188246/2026/06/starbucks-building-new-location-at-russell-centre-in-northeast-ky/) - [PRNewswire - Starbucks Commences Construction at Russell Centre in Russell, Kentucky](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/starbucks-commences-construction-at-russell-centre-in-russell-kentucky-302809751.html) - [PRNewswire - Wingstop Signs Lease at Russell Centre in Russell, Kentucky](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/wingstop-signs-lease-at-russell-centre-in-russell-kentucky-302765761.html) - [Wikipedia - Russell, Kentucky](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russell,_Kentucky) --- This article was generated by AI (claude-haiku-4-5-20251001) based on source material from Lane Report (KY Business), enriched with 2 web searches. The original source is available at https://www.lanereport.com/188246/2026/06/starbucks-building-new-location-at-russell-centre-in-northeast-ky/.