WOW - what a morning at the new Wal-Mart grand opening on Dupont Rd. The energy and enthusiasm of shoppers and staff alike was infectious. The Voices of Unity Youth Choir, under the direction of UPAF's Marshall White, blew the room away with their powerful rendition of the national anthem.
Another great reason to celebrate. According to John Wolf, regional marketing manager for Wal-Mart, their area stores have brought 2500 jobs to the area. Talk about economic development! This was Wolf's 75th store opening and he said it was the easiest one yet with the amazing staff involved. On a side note, Wolf's first job was as a driver for Wal-Mart founder Sam Walton.
Besides the boost in jobs for Northeast Indiana, Wal-Mart also presented over $8,500 in scholarships to community organizations: Boys & Girls Club, UPAF, Allen County Fairgrounds and The State Troopers "Teddy Bear" Fund.
Congratulations to the new store, the 5th for Fort Wayne!
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