Kmart to Close Last Full-Size Store in Continental U.S. on October 20th in Bridgehampton

Sep 23, 2024, 11:23 PM

Kmart, once one of America's leading discount retailers, is set to close its last full-size store in the continental U.S. on October 20th. The store, located in Bridgehampton, New York, marks the end of an era for the 62-year-old chain that once boasted over 2,000 locations nationwide. Following this closure, only a small Kmart store in Miami will remain operational. Kmart's decline has been marked by the shuttering of numerous stores over the years, with the company having acquired Sears in its heyday to form the largest retail network in the U.S. The chain was renowned for its Blue Light Specials, which featured a flashing blue orb affixed to a pole enticing shoppers to flash sales.