Big Lots Revises Store Closures Amid Bankruptcy, Plans New Shutdowns

Big Lots continues to adapt its operations to remain competitive during the holiday season, introducing "Black Friday Fridays" and launching a new shopping app to enhance customer experiences. The company has also confirmed that stores will remain open on Thanksgiving. Customers can stay informed about store statuses through Big Lots' official store locator.

Big Lots has announced more store closures as it navigates Chapter 11 bankruptcy, while also reversing closure plans for certain locations. Initially planning to shutter approximately 550 stores, the discount retailer had closed over 240 locations by mid-October. However, some stores previously marked for closure have seen their status changed back to remaining open.

Recent updates reveal that additional locations in Redding, California; Carson City, Nevada; and Kennewick and Yakima, Washington, have resumed the closure process. Big Lots cited lease renegotiations and other factors in its decision-making.

As of November 19, several stores in 17 states, predominantly in the Midwest and East, have been taken off the closure list. These include stores in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia.

Meanwhile, plans were filed to close 19 more stores in nine states, primarily in the West. Affected states include Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, and Washington.

Despite the closures, Big Lots is focusing on holiday sales, introducing "Black Friday Fridays," a shopping app, and remaining open on Thanksgiving. The company continues to evaluate store statuses and encourages customers to check its website for updates.