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'I'm Gutted': Joann, an 80-Year-Old Crafts and Fabrics Store, Will Soon Close All 800 of Its Locations

Joann Fabrics announced it is closing all 800 locations due to financial issues and low sales, marking the end of its 80-year operation.
The company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection twice within a year and will begin liquidation and going-out-of-business sales at all stores.
GA Group was chosen as a winning bidder in an auction, leading to the decision to shut down all stores across the U.S.
Joann's leadership expressed regret and stated that every effort was made to keep the company operational, thanking its team and customers for their support over the years.

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