Massive Target Store Closings in September – List of Closing Stores
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As the retail landscape continues to shift, another well-known brand is facing tough decisions. Target, a store that’s been a go-to for everything from home goods to groceries, has announced the closure of several stores this fall. The news has left many shoppers shocked, especially those who rely on Target for daily essentials. With retail crime and rising costs making it difficult to keep some stores open, Target has been forced to make this move. So, what’s really going on? Why are these stores closing? Let’s dive into the details.
Why is Target closing these stores?
According to Target, the main reason for these closures is organized retail theft. Even with extra security guards and new theft prevention tools, the company says the crime levels in these locations are just too high. In a recent statement, Target explained that “Despite our efforts[…] we continue to face fundamental challenges to operating these stores safely and successfully.”
The affected stores are located in big cities across California, Washington, Oregon, and New York, where these crime issues have been especially bad. It’s not just about theft, though; keeping these stores running has become too expensive as sales drop and safety concerns grow.
How Do Local Customers Feel About It?
People living near the closing stores aren’t happy. Take the East Palo Alto, CA location, for example. It’s a busy spot in the Ravenswood Shopping Center, where many residents, especially the local Hispanic community, rely on Target for everything from groceries to pharmacy services. The store is set to close on September 28, 2024, and this has left many locals upset.
Local leaders are also concerned. Antonio López, the mayor of East Palo Alto, admitted that the store’s closure will hit the community hard. He mentioned that the city is trying to find a replacement store that can offer similar services, like a pharmacy, but it’s not an easy fix.
What Happens to the Pharmacy?
For people who rely on Target’s pharmacy, the closure is a big inconvenience. But there’s good news: CVS Pharmacy, which operates inside Target stores, will transfer all prescriptions to a nearby CVS location. In East Palo Alto, for example, prescriptions will be moved to the CVS on University Avenue in Palo Alto. While this helps, many residents are still worried about having to travel farther for their medication.
Which Target Stores Are Closing?
Here’s a full list of the nine Target stores that will shut down by October 2024:
- East Palo Alto, CA Ravenswood Shopping Center 1775 E Bayshore Road Closing on: September 28, 2024
- San Francisco, CA 1690 Folsom Street (Closing on: October 21, 2024)
- Oakland, CA 2650 Broadway (Closing on: October 21, 2024)
- Pittsburg, CA 4301 Century Blvd (Closing on: October 21, 2024)
- Seattle, WA University Way 4535 University Way NE (Closing on: October 21, 2024)
- Seattle, WA (Ballard) 1448 NW Market St, Ste 100 (Closing on: October 21, 2024)
- Portland, OR (Galleria) 939 SW Morrison Street (Closing on: October 21, 2024)
- Portland, OR (Powell) 3031 SE Powell Blvd (Closing on: October 21, 2024)
- Portland, OR (Hollywood) 4030 NE Halsey Street (Closing on: October 21, 2024)
These stores will officially close by October 21, 2024, except for East Palo Alto, which shuts down a bit earlier on September 28.
How many Target stores are still open?
Despite these closures, Target is still going strong, with over 1,900 stores open across the U.S. At its peak, the company operated a vast network of stores in both urban and suburban areas, making it one of the most accessible retail chains in the country.
The closure of these nine Target stores is a blow to the communities that rely on them, especially in places like East Palo Alto, where the store serves as a vital resource for shopping and pharmacy needs. Local leaders are working on solutions, but the closures reflect a growing challenge for retailers dealing with incident theft.
Source: https://www.eladelantado.com/us/target-store-closings-september/
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