Competition is great for everyone. Businesses with competitors have to work harder to provide quality products, better service and lower pricing. Earth Fare will be great for greater Akron consumers.
Very, very nice store. Well-stocked with lots of options; pricing seemed better overall than Mustard Seed or Whole Foods. I didn't spend much time in the wine department, an area that Mustard Seed excels at, and I'm not a big supplement person, so can't judge that either. Bakery didn't seem to have as broad a selection as West Point Market, but the couple of things I bought were delicious. There is a "scoop your own (frozen) ravioli" bin that was cool (was shopping for Vegan relative's visit, so that was out of bounds this trip).
Looking forward to a return visit.