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- 117-year-old fashion retailer to close all its stores▼17-year-old fashion retailer closing all stores
A fashion retailer founded 17 years ago is shutting down all of its stores, according to a report by TheStreet. The closure marks the end of a young brand that had built its business around physical retail locations. Details on the number of stores affected, the reasons behind the decision, and the impact on employees have not yet been disclosed.
- 2Planet Fitness donates equipment to fight cardiac arrest▼Planet Fitness donates fitness equipment to fight cardiac arrest
Planet Fitness has announced a donation of fitness equipment aimed at helping efforts to combat cardiac arrest. The company's contribution is intended to support prevention and response to cardiac emergencies, though details about the recipients and the size of the donation have not been specified. The move ties the gym chain's brand to public health and heart safety awareness.
- 348-year-old mall retailer closes stores as shopping trends shift▼48-year-old mall retailer closed stores as trends change
A mall retailer that has been in business for 48 years is closing store locations as consumer shopping habits change. The closures reflect the broader pressure on traditional mall-based chains, which have struggled to keep up with shifting trends and the move toward online shopping. No further details about the company's name, number of affected stores, or potential layoffs were provided.
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24 Hour Fitness is looking to expand its presence in Las Vegas again, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. The gym chain, which has multiple locations in the city, appears to be pursuing further growth in the market. Details on specific sites or timelines were not immediately available, but the company signals renewed confidence in the area.
- 5Abercrombie & Fitch's YPB line partners with fitness studio chain▼Abercrombie & Fitch’s YPB partners with fitness-studio chain
Abercrombie & Fitch's athleisure brand YPB has announced a partnership with a fitness-studio chain. The deal ties the apparel label to in-studio fitness experiences, a common strategy for activewear brands seeking visibility among workout communities. Details of the studio partner and the terms of the arrangement were not disclosed in the initial report.
- 6Planet Fitness to fill former Dick's Sporting Goods in Hempfield▼Planet Fitness set to take over vacant Dick’s Sporting Goods in Hempfield
Planet Fitness plans to open a new location in Hempfield, moving into the vacant storefront previously occupied by Dick's Sporting Goods. Local coverage reports the fitness chain will take over the empty big-box space, bringing a new tenant to the shopping area and filling a retail vacancy. Details such as an opening timeline have not yet been announced.
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A Dallas-based fitness chain is planning to open seven additional gyms in the San Antonio area, according to a Dallas Business Journal report. The expansion signals continued growth for the brand in the Texas market, though details on locations, timelines and investment have not been disclosed. It adds to a wave of fitness operators expanding across Texas.
- 8Gold's Gym Signs 15-Unit Franchise Deal in Southern California●Gold’s Gym® Builds on Southern California Legacy With 15-Unit Franchise Development Agreement
Gold's Gym has signed a franchise development agreement covering 15 new units across Southern California, expanding the brand's presence in the region where it built its original legacy. The announcement, carried by Business Wire, signals continued growth for the fitness chain as it relies on franchise partners to open new locations.
- 9Fitness Connection to open new facility at CityNorth development▼FITNESS CONNECTION ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR NEW FACILITY AS PART OF CITYNORTH INDUSTRIAL PARK DEVELOPMENT
Fitness Connection has announced plans for a new facility as part of the CityNorth Industrial Park development. The gym chain says the location will expand its footprint and serve the growing area around the industrial park. Details on opening dates, size, and investment have not yet been disclosed, and public reaction remains limited so far.
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City Fitness is expanding into Hoboken, New Jersey, with plans to open two new gym locations in the city. The announcement signals the fitness chain's continued regional growth, bringing its facilities to the densely populated Hudson County community for the first time. Details on opening dates and exact locations have not yet been shared, but the move is drawing attention from locals interested in new fitness options.
- 11LA Fitness Opens 200th Pilates Studio Inside Its Clubs▼LA Fitness Reaches Major Milestone by Opening 200 Pilates by LA Fitness Studios Inside LA Fitness Clubs
LA Fitness has announced a major milestone: 200 Pilates by LA Fitness studios are now open inside its clubs. The chain has been expanding its boutique-style Pilates offering as part of a broader push into studio fitness, giving members access to dedicated reformer and mat classes without leaving the gym.
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Workout Anytime, a fitness chain offering round-the-clock access, has opened a new location in Erwin, Tennessee. The 24/7 gym gives residents a local option for workouts at any hour. News of the opening is spreading through local outlets, with residents likely weighing the convenience of late-night and early-morning access against existing gyms in the area.
- 13Kroger plans more brand pullbacks after Red Bull and Boar's Head●Kroger isn’t done pulling brands after Red Bull and Boar’s Head
Kroger has dropped Red Bull and Boar's Head products from its stores, and the supermarket chain signals further brand removals are possible as it reassesses its assortment. The moves point to a broader strategy of trimming partnerships and product lines that no longer fit its pricing or performance goals, and shoppers are watching to see which brands could be next.
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EōS Fitness has opened its first gym location in San Tan Valley, Arizona, marking the chain's expansion into the fast-growing Phoenix-area community. The opening gives local residents a new fitness option in an area that has seen rapid population growth in recent years, and it is being covered by regional outlets including The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com.