Stores Closing In 2024 In Maryland State. Big lots is closing down stores in 2024 after a tough first quarter, with the troubled discount retailer initially planning to shutter 35 to 40 locations. Big lots has designated stores for closure nationally, including three sites in maryland, after $205 million in losses for the first quarter of 2024.

Secretary of education miguel cardona today recognized 356 schools as the 2024 cohort of national blue ribbon schools. Retail data provider coresight noted a 24 percent increase in store closures over last year.