New Porters Neck Walmart opens for shoppers
WILMINGTON, NC (WECT) - A new Walmart in the Porters Neck area of Wilmington opens for shoppers Wednesday following a ribbon cutting ceremony at 8 a.m.
The 188,000 square foot store is located at 8035 Market Street and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, according to a news release.
The company hired approximately 300 full and part-time associates.
In addition to general merchandise, the new store has a full line of groceries, bakery, in-store and drive-thru pharmacy, vision center and more.
"We are excited to open our doors to our community just in time for Fourth of July," Robert Baker, store manager, said. "Our customers will be able to find everything from delicious picnic options to a variety of toys for the pool."
A Big Family Welcome will be held Saturday, July 4 to give customers a chance to meet the store manager and enjoy fun family activities and free food samples, while supplies last. The celebration is from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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