Claire’s is closing hundreds of locations — but these Hampton Roads stores are safe

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Anyone ready to get their ears pierced?

Claire’s, a retailer centered on teen accessories, has identified nearly 300 stores it plans to close after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. But that doesn’t mean all of the locations are closing.

Claire’s U.S., which operates Claire’s and Icing stores, made the filing on Monday. It’s the second time since 2018 the company has filed for bankruptcy…

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