Fred’s
This discounter and drugstore, which had a strong presence throughout the Southeast, declared bankruptcy in September and announced the closing of all of its outlets. Fred’s had already gone through numerous rounds of closures this year, with fewer than 100 stores remaining when it chose to go totally out of business.
Charming Charlie
In July, Charming Charlie declared bankruptcy, claiming an increase in the number of idle stores, and announced the closure of all remaining sites. Following a round of 100 store closures in 2018, the jewelry and accessories retailer appeared in bankruptcy court for the second time in two years.