ROCKFORD – One of the largest western and work wear retailers in the country is preparing to move into the former JoAnn Fabrics space along East State Street. Boot Barn started remodeling 6280 E. State St., suite No. 2, next to Old Chicago in December, according to city building officials. The national retailer plans to open in the space by March 5, according to its Google listing. Calls and messages for the company were not returned.