Ames Department Stores were a beloved part of many communities, with over 160 locations across the US.
The company filed for bankruptcy in 2002 and liquidated its assets.
Rumors of reopening have been circulating, but there's no concrete evidence to support this.
Rumors of Reopening Over Two Years
Rumors of Ames reopening have been circulating since 2022, with an initial announcement on the company's website stating that the popular department store chain would be returning in Spring 2023.
The speculation didn't hold up, but various reports from reliable sources, including USA Today, suggest that a comeback might actually be happening.
In September 2023, the company's website was updated to remove references to new store openings and the original Spring 2023 timeline, instead displaying a statement from the Board of Directors referencing a shake-up of the board due to mismanagement.
The statement didn't provide any concrete information about the company's plans, leaving many wondering if the rumors are true.
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The company's website now displays a statement from the Board of Directors referencing a shake-up of the board due to mismanagement.
The new information doesn't provide any concrete details about the company's plans, but it does suggest that something is changing.
Some of the reported plans for the comeback include the opening of 7 distribution centers near Ames locations to handle deliveries, as well as the introduction of online ordering and home delivery through a new website.
Here are some of the reported features of the new Ames stores:
- 7 Distribution Centers to open near Ames locations to handle deliveries.
- Same great prices, better quality.
- Ames Cafe will be available at all 35 locations.
- New Ames website will allow Online Ordering & Home Delivery.
- Click & Collect will be available from participating locations.
- Plans for a Pharmacy have been submitted at participating locations
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