Wawa Celebrates 60th Anniversary with Plans to Open 70 Stores

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WAWA IN GROWTH MODE: Wawa marks its 60th anniversary by accelerating store expansion in multiple states.

70+ Store Openings:

• Expansion into New States: Alabama, Georgia, and North Carolina welcome Wawa's presence.

• Fuel Court Features: 5,000 sq. ft. stores with 12 fuel pumps on average, signature canopy.

• Food Offerings: Custom hoagies, coffee, breakfast, burgers, pizza, soups, sides, and snacks.

• Diverse Ordering Options: Mobile, curbside, and delivery services plus catering portal for event orders.

• Community Impact: Each store creates 35 jobs, supports local causes, raises funds for non-profits.

• Current Store Count: Almost 1,000 Wawa locations now serve communities across multiple states.

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