BAINBRIDGE, Ga. — Wawa, a convenience store and gas station chain, has announced the grand opening date of its first location in Georgia.
When is Wawa opening in Georgia?
Wawa will open its new store at 1401 Tallahassee Highway in Bainbridge, Georgia, on Thursday, Nov. 14. According to a news release from Wawa, doors will open at 8 a.m. and a special ribbon-cutting ceremony will follow at 9 a.m.
“We are thrilled to begin our expansion into Georgia with our first store in Bainbridge,” Director of Store Operations Nancy Dulaney said. “We can’t wait to host our grand opening and look forward to bringing our unique brand of fresh food, beverages and convenience to Georgia as we further our commitment to providing our new friends and neighbors with not only a new level of convenience but a strong, committed community partner.”
What is a Wawa?
Wawa is a family-owned convenience store and gas station chain headquartered in Wawa, Pennsylvania. It's known for its one-stop shopping for gas, fresh coffee, hoagies and more.
How many Wawas are in Georgia?
While the Bainbridge location is the first official Wawa store in the Peach State, there are plans for more Wawa stores in Georgia.
According to Wawa, there are plans to open locations in Brunswick, Jesup, Hinesville, Pooler, Waycross, Tifton, Valdosta and Albany. Wawa officials said over the next five to eight years it plans to build more than 26 stores in Georgia-- opening about three to four stores per year.
"To build each store, Wawa will invest approximately $7.5 million and employ, on average, 140 contractors and local partners. Once open, each store will employ an average of 35 associates, with Wawa expecting to create more than 900 long-term new jobs as a result of expansion in Georgia," a release stated.
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