The possibility of delivery drones flying in and out of the Walmart Supercenter in Fort Wright proved to be a source of concern among Kenton County mayors this Saturday at the monthly meeting of the Kenton County Mayors Group. The topic was broached by Fort Wright Mayor Dave Hatter, who had been contacted by Walmart […]
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Alexandria Walmart unveils reworked layout, community mural
The Walmart on Alexandria Pike in Alexandria unveiled a reworked building layout and a new community-focused mural on Friday morning. The rework features expanded departments and brand selections, updates to the pharmacy and vision center, expanded walking space throughout the store and general quality of life updates to the interior, exterior, signage, parking lot and […]
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Expanded Fort Wright Walmart parking lot will have fewer spots
What you need to know The Kenton County Planning Commission approved another parking lot expansion request this week for the Walmart Supercenter located on Valleyplaza Parkway in Fort Wright. The move follows an earlier approval in June for an expansion. Although the square footage for the expansion is nearly double that of the initial request, […]
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Alexandria Walmart to get on-site fuel center
Alexandria’s Walmart location is getting a fuel station. The Alexandria Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved the fuel station for the store located at 6711 East Alexandria Pike at its meeting on July 15. It will be located in the north corner of the Walmart parking lot. A small walk-in convenience store, eight fuel stations […]
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County approves Fort Wright Walmart pickup, delivery addition plans
The Kenton County Planning Commission has approved concept plans for an addition to the Walmart Supercenter on Valleyplaza Parkway in Fort Wright, which will enable expanded pick-up and delivery services. Specifically, Walmart plans to add approximately 4,973 square feet to the building’s southeast corner, creating an area where customers who have placed online orders can […]
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Walmart to remodel Florence, Alexandria stores
Two Northern Kentucky Walmarts will undergo remodeling as part of the retailer’s nationwide effort to transform 650 of its stores. The Alexandria Walmart, located at 6711 Alexandria Pike, and the Florence Walmart, located at 7625 Doering Drive, were both selected for remodeling. “Our stores often serve as the heartbeat of the communities we operate in, […]
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Florence Walmart to expand with new pickup area
The Florence Walmart is set to expand thanks to a recent ruling from the Boone County Planning Commission. At a meeting on Wednesday, the planning commission heard a presentation from staffer Todd Morgan regarding the technical design and review of Walmart’s proposed expansion. Two representatives from Walmart attended the meeting. The Florence Walmart is located […]
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Get free health screenings, immunizations at Walmart this Saturday
Walmart stores in the region, including the super centers in Florence and Fort Wright, will host community Wellness Days this Saturday, Jan. 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. “This community event provides free health screenings, free and low-cost immunizations, and the opportunity to talk with a local Walmart pharmacist,” according to a recent social […]
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Frozen fruit recall includes Kentucky
Written by the Kentucky Lantern’s Sarah Ladd If you bought frozen fruit containing strawberries at a Kentucky Walmart between Jan. 24 and June 8, a new recall may apply to you. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced this week that because of potential Hepatitis A contamination, Willamette Valley Fruit Company is choosing to recall […]