🚧 Current Progress at the New Store

Based on the December 2025 press releases and news coverage, Tractor Supply has been moving steadily through the redevelopment phases of the former Parkway Supermarket building:

• Asbestos testing was completed at the site as part of early environmental review.

• Renovation plans were expected to be submitted in early January 2026, which aligns with visible construction activity now underway.

• The store is planned to open in late spring or early summer 2026, making the current progress consistent with the announced timeline.

City officials emphasized that this project is a major economic win for St. Albans, expected to draw customers from surrounding communities and spur additional business growth.

🏬 Why This Matters for St. Albans

Mayor Scott James highlighted that Tractor Supply’s arrival fills a long‑standing retail gap left after Kmart’s closure, bringing back access to:

• Clothing & footwear

• Tools & power equipment

• Pet supplies

• Toys

• Rural lifestyle products

The store’s regional draw is expected to increase traffic to nearby businesses in Ordinance Park and along MacCorkle Avenue.