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Walmart holds Grand Reopening event

Walmart Manager Shaunda Soverly welcomed everyone to the grand reopening celebration of the Columbia Walmart store Friday. She said she couldn't be more proud of the transformation of the store and everyone who makes it work.

Walmart first came to Columbia in 1984, first to the location on Jamestown Street, and then to the present location at the intersection of Burkesville Road and the Cumberland Parkway. After introductions and grant presentations Shaunda said, "I can't wait to see what lies ahead."


The Cheer, a part of the Walmart culture, wrapped up the celebration. Vicky, a 41-year associate, led the cheer Sam Walton started with the employees, starting at the beginning of every day and every meeting.

All the 20-year associates were brought up to lead the ribbon cutting making the ceremony official.


This story was posted on 2025-05-07 10:43:16
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Grants given as part of Walmart community work



2025-05-07 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
Walmart Manager Shaunda Soverly handed out grants as part of the store's grand reopening. Trinity Church was given $4,000 for its food pantry, accepted by Ray Fluhr. Friends of Wolf Creek National Fish Hatchery were given $1,000, accepted by Lisa Rosenthal and Charmaine Stewart. TJ Community Mission Foundation was given $1,500 and was accepted by Randy Burns.

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A blessing, song and colors at the grand reopening



2025-05-07 - Columbia, KY - Photo by Linda Waggener, ColumbiaMagazine.com.
On the Walmart program -- A blessing for the store was led by Trinity Church Pastor Steve Pescosolido. Adair County High School Choir sang the Star Spangled Banner and ROTC performed the colors in the ceremony to celebrate the grand reopening of Walmart.

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