Ollie's Bargain Outlet Plans Multiple Store Openings Across US Creating Hundreds of Jobs

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet is expanding its presence across multiple states by opening new stores in former Big Lots locations. New stores are set to open in Painted Post, New York; Mount Vernon, Illinois; La Crosse, Wisconsin; and El Paso, Texas, with grand openings scheduled around September and October 2025. Each new store is expected to create 50 to 60 jobs, providing a boost to local employment. Ollie’s is known for offering brand-name closeout merchandise at discounts of up to 70% off regular retail prices, creating a "treasure hunt" shopping experience. The retailer currently operates hundreds of stores nationwide, with a workforce exceeding 12,000 employees. This expansion highlights Ollie’s strategy of occupying former Big Lots sites to grow its footprint in various regional markets.