Walmart has made changes to its morning hours at locations nationwide, a move that began on November 10. This adjustment to store hours is characterized as sensory-friendly, aimed at providing a more comfortable shopping environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities. During these specialized hours, which for a time were offered only on Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.,

Walmart implements measures such as setting the television walls to display static images, turning off in-store radio, and dimming the lights to accommodate shoppers who prefer or require a more subdued sensory experience​​​​​​​​.

This change appears to be part of a broader initiative by Walmart to enhance customer service and inclusivity. The specific impact on Alabama stores aligns with the nationwide implementation, although the initial announcement has been covered by local media outlets such as AL.com, which may provide more localized details on the store hours in Alabama​​.

To get detailed information about how these changes will affect Walmart’s operation in Alabama specifically, I would recommend checking local news outlets or Walmart’s official announcements for any state-specific variations to these new operational hours.