While 218 Big Lots stores have been open for several months, new owner Variety Wholesalers is just now getting around to holding grand opening celebrations, complete with doorbusters and giveaways, ...

Big Lots has reopened over 200 stores across the U.S. after filing for bankruptcy in 2024. Variety Wholesalers purchased Big Lots stores in 2024 and is leading the reopening efforts. Five Michigan Big ...

Big Lots has been through a wild ride since the home-goods discount retail chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection last September. In December 2024, the company announced that it would hold ...