Trader Joe’s joining Whole Foods in Wilmington

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Trader Joe’s has submitted plans to build a new 13,000-square-foot store at the corner of South College Road and Oleander Drive, according to the Wilmington StarNews.

Wilmington Planning Director Ron Satterfield says the plans also call for 81 parking spaces.

Whole Foods is refurbishing the old Lowe’s store on Oleander near Independence Mall. It’s expected to open next year.