Joann plans to close 16 Wisconsin stores, a change from what the retailer said in January

Category: Business

Joann fabrics and crafts plans to close 16 stores in Wisconsin as part of a nationwide closure of nearly 500 locations following its bankruptcy filing. The closures represent a significant reduction in the company's retail footprint, with 70% of its Wisconsin stores set to shut down. Specific closing dates have not been announced.

Keywords: Joann fabrics, store closures, bankruptcy

Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Update At: 2/13/2025

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