Wawa breaking ground on two Kentucky stores

NICHOLASVILLE, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) – Popular convenience retail chain Wawa is officially coming to Kentucky.

The family-owned chain has over 1,040 stores currently operating in eight states. Wawa is making its way down south after starting in Wawa, Pennsylvania in 1964.

A special groundbreaking event is being hosted by the convenience chain on Wednesday, June 5 from 2-3 pm in Nicholasville, Ky at 3012 Lexington Road. Another groundbreaking event is happening in Louisville, Ky, on the same day to commemorate Wawa’s first stores in the state.

The event will include opportunities for attendees to learn more about the company’s plans for long-term commitment to the local community. There will also be a “Taste of Wawa,” event where those who attend can enjoy samples of various food and beverages that Wawa has to offer its customers.

Attendees will also have a chance to meet Wally Goose, Wawa’s mascot.

For more information on the groundbreaking event, you can visit this link.