Which stores are back in northeast Ohio as Big Lots celebrates grand reopening?
Northeast Ohio and Mahoning Valley shoppers are once again able to browse at Big Lots! after the company’s nationwide restructuring and reopening.
At the beginning of 2025, Variety Wholesalers bought the Big Lots! brand and 219 store locations across 15 U.S. states.
Throughout the year, Big Lots! company leaders said they received “overwhelming customer support” about the comeback and announced the official grand reopening celebration.
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In the Mahoning Valley, Big Lots reopened its original store in Boardman, located at 7100 South Ave., and at 4331 Mahoning Ave. NW in Warren. Visit Big Lots! starting at 9 a.m. on Oct. 30 for first access to seasonal savings, decorations and gift-giving inspiration.
The Austintown and East Liverpool locations are still closed.
Lisa Seigies is Variety Wholesalers’ CEO and president who says Big Lots! returning customers will see an expanded selection of furniture options, apparel for all ages, non-perishable grocery staples and seasonal items.
“Our store teams have been working incredibly hard to get shelves stocked and the doors open,” she said. “We’re proud to celebrate and kick-off the holiday season with something special. We encourage customers who visited stores when we first opened to come back and see our expanded selection. Our assortment of items continues to get better every day.”
Bruce Thorn, Big Lots’ president and CEO, said they worked closely with Variety Wholesalers and the Gordon Brothers Retail Partners on the restructuring plan.
“We are pleased to close this strategic transaction, which provides a framework to preserve thousands of jobs, maximize value, and maintain the Big Lots brand,” Thorn said. “We are grateful for the continued hard work and dedication of Big Lots associates across the company.”
Shoppers can browse in-store and online.
“Our team has worked hard to restore the value, selection and experience customers love,” Seigies said. “We listened to their feedback, expanded our furniture department, and brought back an exciting assortment of seasonal goods at unbeatable prices. We can’t wait to celebrate our grand opening with fun events, surprises and a Christmas 2025 collection customers are going to love.”
