(Matt Drzik/Beaver County Radio)

Those who shop at the Walmart Supercenter in Economy may notice some changes the next time they walk into the facility. That’s because the store, along with over 1,400 stores across the United States, have been upgraded, remodeled or renovated in a half-billion dollar incentive by the company.

The recent re-opening of the Economy Walmart came complete with a ribbon cutting ceremony, Gia Javens from Central Valley School District singing the national anthem, and a performance from the Ambridge Middle School Band.

According to a press release, the store’s new mural is an eye-catching installation that reflects local attractions and the best that Economy has to offer, and is part of Walmart’s Community Mural Program, the largest public-facing art installation celebrating communities across America.

Along with the reopening of the supercenter, Store Manager Chris Glass also announced that $5,000 in grants will be awarded to non-profit organizations:

• $1,500 to Aliquippa Diversity Council
• $1,500 to Ambridge Middle School
• $1,000 to Beaver County Rehabilitation Center
• $1,000 to Economy Police Department