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Wawa has officially opened its latest store in Greater Williamsburg, drawing a large crowd of fans for the grand opening celebration. Located on Ironbound Road, the event featured giveaways, free coffee, and a hoagie-making competition between local police and fire departments. This new store marks Wawa’s first location in James City County, enhancing convenience and food options for the community. With a focus on community involvement and charity support, Wawa continues to build its reputation as a valued local business.
Williamsburg, VA – Wawa opened its newest location in Greater Williamsburg on Wednesday morning, attracting a large crowd of eager fans. The store, located at 4007 Ironbound Road near the JCSA water tanks, officially opened its doors at 8 a.m. with the first customer, Wayne B. Cutts, arriving before 5 a.m. to mark the occasion.
The grand opening festivities included giving away 100 free T-shirts to the first customers, free coffee, and various activities that engaged the community. Among the attendees was local student Will Zieger, who arrived shortly after 6 a.m. and highlighted the excitement surrounding the event.
This location is significant as it is the fourth Wawa in the Greater Williamsburg area and the first within James City County. Wawa is well-known for its range of products, including coffee, breakfast items, and made-to-order hoagies, which have garnered a loyal customer base.
Jennifer Hayes, the general manager of the new store, expressed appreciation for the community turnout during the grand opening. The day’s festivities also featured music, giveaways, and appearances by Wawa’s mascot, Wally the Goose, creating a celebratory atmosphere for attendees.
A notable highlight of the event was a hoagie-making competition that pitted the James City County police department against its fire department. This friendly competition aimed to support local charities through Wawa’s Hoagies for Heroes program. Each participating team will receive $1,000 donation from Wawa, with the police department supporting the Jamestown 4H, while the fire department benefits the James City County Connect program.
Wawa’s investment in the Greater Williamsburg area was recognized during a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by local officials, including James City County Supervisor Ruth Larson, who expressed gratitude for the company’s commitment to the community.
Founded in 1964 in Pennsylvania, Wawa has grown to operate over 1,100 stores across 11 states and employs approximately 47,000 associates. The company is noted for its strong community involvement and contributions to various charitable organizations, including the American Red Cross and Children’s Miracle Network, underscoring its dedication to local outreach.
The new Wawa store aims to provide convenience and quality food options to the residents of Greater Williamsburg, building upon the company’s reputation for excellent service and community commitment.
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