Bankruptcy

The chain exited bankruptcy last year, but it looks like some stores might close.

Shortly after announcing the closure of two Montana stores, the retail chain Big Lots has officially filed for bankruptcy.

The brand has been around for nearly 80 years!

It's just one of the more than 100+ shopping centers they own.

Shopko stores throughout Montana will be closing soon due to the company’s bankruptcy filing, and in addition to the loss of local jobs, Montana officials are advising gift card holders to redeem them soon.

Westmoreland Mining, which operates two major Montana coal mines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Hastings to Close All Stores by October 31

The small town of Browning, Montana on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation, is considering filing for bankruptcy after running short on funds.

McMagic Partners LP, a Texas-based company, has entered into a contract to purchase Vanns, Incorporated in Montana.

KGVO News has received a copy of a speech given to Vann's Incorporated employees on Friday, stating the reasons why the Trustee has moved from Chapter 11 to Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection.

Missoula attorney Dick Samson is working with the bankruptcy court as a panel trustee, as two different firms are involved in negotiations on whether to purchase Vann's Incorporated.

New Vann's CEO Jerry O'Connell says a Bozeman businessman is very interested in purchasing all five of the Vann's Appliance stores in Montana.