AlCherry Posted April 13, 2015 Report Share Posted April 13, 2015 From the Polk County Enterprise: Walmart: Rumor Has It...Rumors are swirling fast and furious all over Polk County about our Livingston Walmart Super Center. Some of what we've heard is that they're supposed to close down tonight. We're hearing everything from "It's to kill birds that got in the store" to "Routine maintenance" to "Closed for remodeling until December". Well, we've heard from a credible source that Walmart is supposed to close down tonight at 7 pm and it will be closed indefinitely (meaning, they don't know when they'll reopen). As to why, that has not been released to us. It does seem a little odd seeing how they look like they're about to open an newly installed gas / service station in the parking lot.When we learn more, we'll post it right here. - Editor 2008 Ford F350 PowerStroke DRW2006 Raptor 38132007 Harley Davidson ElectraGlide Classic 2010 Harley Davidson Tri-Glide Ultra ClassicStreet/Strip Harley Sportster RacebikeSFC (ret) US Army Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted April 13, 2015 Report Share Posted April 13, 2015 The following is the text of the initial statement issued by Anne Hatfield, director of communications for the Walmart Public Affairs office. “As part of an effort to ensure all of our stores are fully serving the needs of our customers we regularly assess the conditions of our stores. Due to ongoing plumbing issues that will require extensive repairs we are temporarily closing the Livingston store. We will immediately begin the process to address these issues and intend to reopen the store as soon as all of the plumbing issues are resolved. Deciding to close a store is not a decision we make lightly, but after careful consideration, we felt it was necessary to make these repairs so we can better serve our customers and the community in the long run.” Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlCherry Posted April 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2015 I was going to retire at the end of the year and I aspired to be a greeter. Don't know what I'll do now! Guess I'll have to be content with going racing and RVing! 2008 Ford F350 PowerStroke DRW2006 Raptor 38132007 Harley Davidson ElectraGlide Classic 2010 Harley Davidson Tri-Glide Ultra ClassicStreet/Strip Harley Sportster RacebikeSFC (ret) US Army Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiefneon Posted April 14, 2015 Report Share Posted April 14, 2015 Howdy! My dayghter just sent me this link on FB. States Walmart is closing Monday. Sure wish they would enlargeit while they are working on it. http://m.ktre.com/ktre/db_346247/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=CSQGbVrR "Happy Trails" Chiefneon "Class of 2007 Fulltimer's" Gary & karen Smoochie & Michaela (fur babies) 2018 Chevorlet 3500 HD/LTZ 2L Custom Hauler 2014 Heartland Cyclone 4000 2016 Smart Car Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dewilso Posted April 14, 2015 Report Share Posted April 14, 2015 I was gonna apply for the Campground Host position ! The temporary closing will have a major impact in the area, sales tax, employment, minimal alternatives available.... What is the REAL story? Google .... "walmart closing plumbing issues" Dave W. KE5GOH Stuck in the 70's --- In E. Texas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigjim Posted April 14, 2015 Report Share Posted April 14, 2015 As busy as that location is I would bet it will be repaired and back open fairly quickly. That is one of the newer large ones. I spend a fair amount of time near Millington, TN in the winter and this one is pretty small and extremely busy. The aisles have gotten closer together and more difficult to navigate when busy. That being said a fairly new one in Santa Fe has narrower aisles that make it a pain to navigate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSeas Posted April 14, 2015 Report Share Posted April 14, 2015 It seems there may be more to the story....... http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2015/04/14/pico-rivera-walmart-to-shut-down-indefinitely-due-to-chronic-plumbing-issues/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Biker56 Posted April 14, 2015 Report Share Posted April 14, 2015 Maybe the same contractor put the plumbing in all of those stores. May have been the lowest bid. Full Time since Oct. 199999 Discovery 34Q DP | ISBDatastorm | VMSpc | Co-Pilot Live | Pressure Pro2014 MKS Twin Turbo V6 365 HP Toad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newt Posted April 14, 2015 Report Share Posted April 14, 2015 Maybe the same contractor put the plumbing in all of those stores. May have been the lowest bid. Or maybe Wal-Mart cut the corners a little too sharp. Newt 2012 HitchHiker Discover America 345 LKSB 2009 Dodge/Cummins LIVINGSTON TX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bruce t Posted April 15, 2015 Report Share Posted April 15, 2015 Maybe the plumbers are Chinese along with everything else!!! Oh dear now look what I've started! regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted April 15, 2015 Report Share Posted April 15, 2015 Maybe the plumbers are Chinese along with everything else!!! Probably illegal immigrants too............. Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigjim Posted April 15, 2015 Report Share Posted April 15, 2015 Maybe the plumbers followed the plans and the plans had a flaw. I remember the situation where a floor drain was required by building code so one was put in but then there was a conflicting health code that would not allow one in that area. After the building code inspector had passed the building they turned around and filled the drain with concrete to seal it so it would then pass the health code inspection. Turned out to be the cheapest, quickest solution. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmac9 Posted April 15, 2015 Report Share Posted April 15, 2015 On a positive note, that should ease the congestion and accidents on 190 West for a while!!! Incredibe how much that area has grown...when I was growing up there 190 was a two lane highway to Huntsville (before Lake Livingston)...now when we go back and visit that area is a "avoid at all costs" area!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigjim Posted April 15, 2015 Report Share Posted April 15, 2015 I thought of the traffic change but it will just shift to other nearby stores until it is done. I think it is because there are too many yankees moving to the area. Just kidding its really the aliens from California. Who else can I aggitate this morning? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyberdave Posted April 15, 2015 Report Share Posted April 15, 2015 Pity the Cleveland Walmart... Yikes! Dave & TishBeagle Bagles & Snoopy RIP Snoopy we lost you 5-11-14 but you'll always travel with us On the road somewhere.AF retired, 70-90A truck and a trailer“He is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion” -unknown HoD vay' wej qoH SoH je nep! ngebmo' vIt neH 'ach SoHbe' loD Hem, wa' ngebmo'. nuqneH... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TXiceman Posted April 15, 2015 Report Share Posted April 15, 2015 Having worked with and bid some Walmart work, I do not hold their engineers in high regard. They get a wild hair and off they go with a design and if you want to bid the work, you bid to their spec and NOTHING else. You cannot reason with them. I would NO BID the work and let someone else have the headaches. I would think that Walmart caused the problem and now they get to correct the mistakes. Ken Amateur radio operator, 2023 Cougar 22MLS, 2022 F150 Lariat 4x4 Off Road, Sport trim <br />Travel with 1 miniature schnauzer, 1 standard schnauzer and one African Gray parrot Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsallyh Posted April 16, 2015 Report Share Posted April 16, 2015 As far as I know, I still have to go to the county line to buy beer. plumbing issues or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coachmac9 Posted April 16, 2015 Report Share Posted April 16, 2015 I believe you can buy your alcoholic beverages in Livingston now. They voted it wet several years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiefneon Posted April 16, 2015 Report Share Posted April 16, 2015 As far as I know, I still have to go to the county line to buy beer. plumbing issues or not. You can by beer and wine in Livingston, Polk County you can not purchase hard spirit liquor. For that you have to dirve across the Trinity river. "Happy Trails" Chiefneon "Class of 2007 Fulltimer's" Gary & karen Smoochie & Michaela (fur babies) 2018 Chevorlet 3500 HD/LTZ 2L Custom Hauler 2014 Heartland Cyclone 4000 2016 Smart Car Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobsallyh Posted April 17, 2015 Report Share Posted April 17, 2015 Thanks for the info, didn't realize it changed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirakawa Posted April 17, 2015 Report Share Posted April 17, 2015 Where's Paul Harvey when you need him? I'd like to hear "the rest of the story" about these closures. Everybody wanna hear the truth, but everybody tell a lie. Everybody wanna go to Heaven, but nobody want to die. Albert King Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RV_ Posted April 17, 2015 Report Share Posted April 17, 2015 Another old fashioned Southern town that makes their drunks drive further drunk, endangering everyone. I think prohibition was already tried and failed. Part of our family is from a place like that and everyone drove the 15 miles or so to Eudora Arkansas and drove home drunk. I would bring some beer with me for weekends with the grandparents there. I'd get some looks from the wives of the guys I'd see drunk over there. I would have liked to tell them that my drinking in no way caused his problem. I think Wichita Falls TX was the strangest. They were dry except for private clubs. We could go out to eat anywhere and the first time we tried to order drinks we were amazed and asked why those other folks had beer? She said "They are private club members." I asked how that could be. The waitress told us for five bucks we could buy a membership and order beer. RV/Derekhttp://www.rvroadie.com Email on the bottom of my website page.Retired AF 1971-1998 When you see a worthy man, endeavor to emulate him. When you see an unworthy man, look inside yourself. - Confucius “Those who can make you believe absurdities, can make you commit atrocities.” ... Voltaire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaH Posted April 17, 2015 Report Share Posted April 17, 2015 Where's Paul Harvey when you need him? I'd like to hear "the rest of the story" about these closures. Here's an interesting take on the closures (which affects more than just the one in Livingston): http://www.zerohedge.com/news/2015-04-15/why-walmart-mysteriously-shuttering-stores-nationwide-plumbing-issues LindaH 2014 Winnebago Aspect 27K 2011 Kia Soul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirakawa Posted April 17, 2015 Report Share Posted April 17, 2015 Here's an interesting take on the closures (which affects more than just the one in Livingston): http://www.zerohedge.com/news/2015-04-15/why-walmart-mysteriously-shuttering-stores-nationwide-plumbing-issues Yes, I've read three different reports along those same lines, but they are all speculation. With Paul Harvey, we got the straight scoop. Everybody wanna hear the truth, but everybody tell a lie. Everybody wanna go to Heaven, but nobody want to die. Albert King Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk W Posted April 22, 2015 Report Share Posted April 22, 2015 If you are into conspiracy theories, here are two more interesting versions. From the I-team of ABC Action News From Canada's Business Insider Newest story from CBS News.... Good travelin !...............KirkFull-time 11+ years...... Now seasonal travelers.Kirk & Pam's Great RV Adventure Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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