Big Lots Bankruptcy Updates: Store Closures and Holiday Preparations

However, some stores previously marked for closure have reverted to staying open, reflecting a dynamic evaluation process influenced by lease negotiations and operational needs. New closures have been announced for 19 stores across nine states, with the majority in Western regions such as California, Oregon, and Nevada. Concurrently, locations in 17 states, including Texas, New York, and Florida, have been removed from the closure list.

Despite financial challenges, Big Lots is actively engaging customers during the holiday season with promotions like "Black Friday Fridays" and a new shopping app. Stores are also set to remain open on Thanksgiving Day, underscoring the company's focus on maintaining customer engagement and boosting revenue.

For updated information, Big Lots encourages customers to check its website store locator.

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.