Unlike neighboring Pennsylvania, which is seeing department store anchors fall, Ohio has largely been spared from the latest wave of Macy’s closures. However, the state is losing a major luxury anchor in Columbus and seeing a rapid contraction of its hometown discount giant.
Here is the list of stores closing in Ohio malls and shopping centers in 2026.
1. Saks Fifth Avenue (Polaris Fashion Place)
The most significant mall news in Ohio for early 2026 comes from Columbus. Saks Fifth Avenue, a key luxury anchor at Polaris Fashion Place, is reportedly in its final days.
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- The Situation: Following the merger of Saks Global and…