Expanded Wal-Mart store in Amsterdam set to re-open Wednesday

A newly expanded Wal-Mart in Amsterdam is set to re-open Wednesday morning, bringing 150 new jobs with it.

The 125,236-square feet store has gained an additional 82,000 square feet in the expansion. It will employ 300 associates, including 150 positions created in the expansion.

The store will also feature a new layout and updated design, including energy-efficient technology to reduce energy and water consumption and minimize waste, according to a press release announcing the store's re-opening.

"Newly installed skylights harvest daylight and reduce the amount of energy required to light store by up to 75 percent," the press release states. "LED lighting throughout the store operates 70 percent more efficiently than traditional fluorescent lighting."

Store manager Scott says it will continue to give $15,000 to local organizations, including the Salvation Ary, Fond-Fulton High School, Kidney Foundation, Alzheimer's Association, Hagaman Volunteer Fire Department, Montgomery Sheriff's Department, City of Amsterdam Police Department, Fulmont Community Action Agency, Amsterdam Little Giants Football, American Legion Post 701, Greater Amsterdam Volunteer Ambulance and the Amsterdam City School District. 

The store, at 101 Sanford Farm SHPG Center, will be open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.