C-U Linens 'n Things not among 4 closing
CHAMPAIGN – The Linens 'n Things store in Champaign will remain open, but the ailing retailer says it will close four other stores in Illinois to help streamline itself at a time consumers are spending less on home furnishings merchandise.
The chain's parent company, Linens Holding Co., filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the U.S. bankruptcy code late last week and named 120 stores that will be closed in connection with its restructuring plan.
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