This seems to be a large department in the store. Although IĪctually think that is because of Amazon, since Wal-mart has a piss poor book department.Īctually the super centers seem to have less of some things, then more of others. But the small businesses, they had to close their doors, like the local book store. We have lots of new stores, with clothing, electronics, So your like, so what, this dosn't sound so bad. So the people worship, then they go worship the almighty religion of consumerism. Gardemdale also is home to 22 churches (all christian of some kind) The diversity is this little city Motels, chain eateries, like Zaxbys, Dairy Queen, Waffle House,Big Boy, Subway, etc.Ī 2 lane road became a 4 lane, very busy with consumers shopping like their lives depended on it. Along with Wal-mart, many other businesses came too. They have police protection 24/7, they have their own access road, 2 left turn lanes to lead you to this giant money trap.
#Warrior piggly wiggly free
Their city, Gardendale gave them tax free status for 5 years. The tax breaks they received from Gardendale are obscene. Wal-mart killed 2 hardwares, a pool supply, 2 grocery stores, 2 drug stores, 3 retail outlets, and several After paying for a pricey access road, and clearing the huge lot, rerouting a creek, the Super Center Wal-mart was built.Īt the time it was touted as the largest Wal-mart in the U.S. So the mayor and every other person of influence from the City of Gardendale, went to Bentonville, Arkansas (Headquarters of Wal-mart) and begged and pleaded, and offered everything except everyįirst born son of the town of Gardendale. When Gardendale got wind of this, they flipped. This town of Fultondale was offering Wal-mart a sweet deal, with tax breaks, and practicly giving them the land.
They approached a neighboring City about 5 miles south of Gardendale. But then, about 5 years ago they decided they wanted a Super Center. The people of Gardendale were happy, they loved their Wal-mart. They just closed their pharmacy, so I don't know if Now they have 3, and one is teetering on the edge. Gardendale had 5 grocery stores when Wal-mart pulled into town. I heard you better have damn good hot dogs. If the hot dog wasn't up to his standards, then he would get with the manager. Store assoociates shared with me the fact that Sam would travel the counrty in his old Chevy truck (pretty sure it was a Chevy, but I know it was American) and go to a Wal-mart and order a hot dog or 2. It turns out hot dogs were Sam Waltons' favorite food. They didn't sell groceries, and the concession stand sold hot dogs. They advertised, right in the front on a giant banner "Buy American, Wal-mart supports small town America. The city was thrilled to get the Wal-mart. When Warrior turned down Wal-mart, they went to Gardendale. Located aboutġ4 miles from Warrior, but a world of difference. Towns with just about everything you could need, from plumbers to dentists, an emergency clinic.Ĭonversely the lucky town (or small city) to get that Wal-mart. Warrior just seems to be one of those little The Dollar Store is always doing pretty good. But, on the whole, each time I go into the Piggly Wiggly (we know it as The Pig) it is usually pretty busy. And I have seen signs of distress, such as the tractor supply company went belly up. There are small businesses scattered about the town. The town of Warrior has low income housing apartments. Or gravel from a company called Warrior Ready Mix. They have a furniture store, and taxidermy, banks, pool supply, etc.Įven an old fashioned Hardware, lumber supply company. They have a regional eatery called Jacks Hamburgers. If you are ever in Warrior, Alabama you must try the The White House, their peach cobbler is to die for. They have cool portraits of all the presidents.Ĭan't wait to see Obamas' face up there. Prices that are as cheap or cheaper than Wal-mart.ĭown the street is a cafe called the The White House. small store, with great deals onĪll kinds of shit, from photo paper, to t-shirts. The bag boys (yes, Virginia, they have bag boys)say "Ma'am" and help you with your groceries.Īcross the street is a Dollar General. Every kid you knew from High School works there at one time or another.
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