Here is a look at the 5 major retail chains scaling back or closing their doors in Ohio this month.
1. Big Lots: The Hometown Giant Falls
Perhaps the most shocking blow to Ohio retail is the final collapse of Columbus-based Big Lots. After years of financial turbulence and a late-2024 bankruptcy filing, the company is officially entering its final “Going Out of Business” phase at all remaining locations this month.
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- The Ohio Impact: As the company’s headquarters, Ohio is feeling this closure more than any other state. Beyond the loss of dozens of retail stores in markets like Austintown, Boardman, and Niles, over 500 employees at the Columbus…