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Walmart coming to Gautier's Singing River Mall

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GAUTIER, MS (WLOX) -

There is good economic news for the city of Gautier. Walmart has signed an agreement with Morrison USA to build a supercenter at Singing River Mall. 

Details about when construction will begin and when the store will open have not been disclosed yet. 

Mayor Tommy Fortenberry said this is a critical step in the revitalization of the mall, and will help attract more retail outlets to the city. He also said the new jobs that Walmart will bring will have a great impact on the community.

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