Trader Joe’s is one of the more unique grocery stores with its private-label products, festive design, and scavenger hunt experiences. It has a devoted following, and we have good news for the chain’s Georgia fans.

Where is Trader Joe’s opening new stores in Georgia?

Last week, Trader Joe’s announced on its website a new location coming to Johns Creek. Then, the company confirmed to multiple news outlets Monday their plans to build a store in Evans.

The Johns Creek location will be at 100 Medley Blvd. We have no information at this time on the eventual Evans location.

When do the new Trader Joes in Georgia open?

The Johns Creek location is set to open sometime this year, but an exact grand opening day/time has not been announced. We also have no info on the Evans location at this time.

Is there a Trader Joe’s Augusta GA?

There are currently no Trader Joe’s locations in the Augusta area, although it’s been a wish of many residents for a long time.

Currently, the closest Trader Joe’s is either of the Columbia, SC locations. Even if the new one is in outer Evans, it will still be the closest Trader Joe’s for many Augusta-area shoppers by several miles.

Is there a Trader Joe’s Atlanta?

There are multiple Trader Joe’s locations in Atlanta proper as well as the wider metro Atlanta area in parts like Sandy Springs, Marietta, and Roswell.

What are Trader Joe’s hours?

Trader Joe’s are typically open every day from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. or 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. To check out your nearest store’s hours, go to locations.traderjoes.com.

Georgia’s Trader Joe’s locations

Georgia currently has 10 open Trader Joe’s locations across Alpharetta, Athens, Atlanta, Marietta, Norcross, Peachtree City, Roswell, and Sandy Springs. More details can be found at locations.traderjoes.com/ga/.

Trader Joe’s new locations 2026

Trader Joe’s has confirmed on its website six new locations across the nation, including in the following cities:

• Tucson, AZ
• West Palm Beach, FL
• Johns Creek, GA
• Manderville, LA
• New Orleans
• Woodinville, WA

Miguel Legoas is a Deep South Connect Team Reporter for USA Today. Find him on Instagram @miguelegoas and email at mlegoas@gannett.com.

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Skaters from the CSRA and beyond are competing in the inaugural Presidents Day Artistic Roller Skating Meet at Skateland Augusta.

The event started Sunday and runs through Tuesday. 22 skating clubs from across the country are competing in figures, spins, jumps, dance and show categories.

The competition is open to all ages, with competitors ranging in age from 5 to 67.

Ansley Marshall, a creative solo competitor, said she enjoys testing her abilities against other skaters.

“I like to push myself to be the best I can be and to test my talents against other people,” Marshall said. “It helps me push myself harder and you sort of feel the recognition of how far I’ve come and see my progress and stuff.”

Spectator tickets for Tuesday’s final day of competitions are $5 per person at Skateland Augusta.

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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A man is wanted in connection to a shooting that injured a woman, according to officials.

Timothy Erving Barnes, 38, is wanted for aggravated assault after a shooting that happened on Feb. 4 on the 2500 block of Kensington Drive East.

According to the incident report, witnesses told deputies they were sitting in front of a home on Evangelina Drive inside of a car when an unknown man approached the vehicle.

Witnesses then told deputies the man pulled out a firearm and began to back away, according to the report.

The witnesses stated they pulled away from the home and then shortly returned. The man then began shooting at the witnesses’ car, according to the report.

Deputies say one of the witnesses state a bullet struck the vehicle and grazed her.

EMS responded to the scene and treated the witness on scene for her injuries.

Deputies say Barnes is known to frequent the areas of Georgetown, Meadowbrook, Belfair Lakes and 12th Street in Augusta.

Barnes is to be considered armed and dangerous, according to the sheriff’s office.

He is 5 foot 6 inches tall and weighs 150 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes.

If anyone has any information, call the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office at 706-821-1020 or 706-821-1080.

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