Walmart SR-44 Updates & Unconfirmed Reports

This page provides Walmart SR-44 updates, tracking confirmed activity, construction progress, and unverified reports related to the new Walmart Supercenter in The Villages.

We clearly separate what is confirmed from what is reported but not yet officially verified so readers can quickly understand what’s known and what’s still developing.

For confirmed details only, see our main guide: Walmart Supercenter The Villages – SR-44 Overview .

Confirmed Walmart SR-44 Updates

• A new Walmart Supercenter is under construction on SR-44 & Morse Blvd near Rohan Rec Center.
• The store will include a full grocery, gas station, and garden center.
• The location will be car access only (not golf-cart accessible).
• Multiple new traffic lights are being installed to support increased traffic.

For signal timing and intersection work, see: Walmart SR-44 traffic light update and timeline .

Walmart SR-44 Updates Not Yet Officially Confirmed

The following items have been mentioned by residents, viewers, or observed indirectly. They are not yet confirmed by Walmart.

• Opening timeframe: Multiple reports reference an expected March 2026 opening, with one commonly mentioned date being March 9, 2026.
• Hiring activity: Job postings associated with the SR-44 location suggest pre-opening staffing activity.
• Traffic signal coordination: Cabling and signal infrastructure appears to be progressing along Morse Blvd and SR-44.

These items remain unverified and will be updated or removed as official confirmation becomes available.

What We’re Watching Next

• Official Walmart press releases or store announcements
• Permitting milestones and final inspections
• Ribbon-cutting or grand-opening notices
• Hiring activity shifting from pre-opening to active store listings

For general information on Walmart store development, visit Walmart Corporate .

Why This Page Exists

There’s significant interest in the Walmart SR-44 project, and speculation spreads quickly. This page exists to:

• Provide context without overstating claims
• Keep unverified reports separate from confirmed facts
• Update responsibly as new information becomes available

Once details are officially confirmed, they are added to the main Walmart SR-44 overview .

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