List of Chains That Closed Locations in 2025
Hundreds of stores are being closed across the U.S. Here are some of the notable chains shutting down locations.
Big Lots
Big Lots! Returns to KY and TN as 219 Stores Reopen Nationwide
Big Lots! is reopening 219 stores across 9 states, including Kentucky and Tennessee. But Evansville locations remain closed for now.
Big Lots Reopening More Than 100 Stores; See the Complete List
The first wave of stores are already reopened. A second wave is scheduled for next month and will include these stores.
Quick Reversal...Big Lots to Reopen and That Includes Kentucky
Big Lots filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September of 2024 and closed all its stores in December. But now, several of them will reopen.
What's Replacing All of Those Empty Big Lots Stores?
At least one chain is buying up several leases of former Big Lots stores as part of an aggressive expansion plan.
Which Store Should Replace the Big Lots Location When They Close?
Sadly, the former Big Lots location will become vacant soon. The question is, what type of business would be the best fit for that space? Who would you like to see come to town?
Big Lots Selling More Than 500 Store Leases in These 47 States
The lease sales offer a preview of which states might be seeing less of this chain in the future.