Where is Jo-Ann Stores Expanding Distribution?
You may be familiar with Jo-Ann Stores. After all, they have art supply stores located across 49 states. Now, they are planning to soon expand one of their distribution centers. For this, they have chosen their facility in Right to Work Opelika, Alabama. In order to do this, they are investing $7.7 million toward the project. This will also create 30 new jobs. So this will be a great addition to the area’s economy!
From Area Development Magazine:
“Jo-Ann Stores DC is a great community partner. It is a great testament to their workforce and the business climate in Opelika that they continue to invest and grow here.†[…]
“For more than 75 years, JOANN has inspired creativity in the hearts, hands, and minds of its customers. From a single storefront in Cleveland, Ohio, the nation’s category leader in sewing and one of the fastest growing players in the arts and crafts category has grown to include 855 stores across 49 states and an industry-leading e-commerce business.†[…]
“Jo-Ann’s need for additional capacity is indicative of the company’s success. We are fortunate to have them in Opelika and pleased they are bringing more job opportunities to our citizens. I’d like to thank the city council for approving the tax abatement for this project.â€
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