The “Retail Apocalypse” has arrived in the Gem State with a specific vengeance. It isn’t just about national chains failing; it’s about the erasure of local identity and the physical demolition of the places where Idahoans shopped for 40 years.
Here is the breakdown of the retail shakeup hitting Idaho in 2026.
The Hometown Crisis: Albertsons on the Block
The biggest story of 2026 is the potential breakup of a Boise icon. As the Kroger-Albertsons merger grinds forward, the “Divestiture List” has been released, and it cuts deep.
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- The List: 10 Idaho Albertsons locations—including flagship spots on Overland Road and…