Walmart Shutters 11 Stores Nationwide, Including One In Wisconsin

This is disappointing news but there's no reason to panic! According to one report, Walmart will close a handful of stores across the country soon - and some have already closed.

So many big businesses have closed locations as of late, or have announced that they would be closing locations in the very near future.

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Fashion retailer Forever 21 is the most recent example, with the once-popular clothing store announcing just last month that they'd be closing every single location across the country.

As of now, there is only one remaining location in Minnesota right now. That store is in Rochester and will also close.

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Walmart Closing One Wisconsin Location

Now, Wisconsin is taking a hit, as one of their Walmart locations has closed its doors this year. This store is one of eleven that has closed already or will be closed soon.

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This store is located in Milwaukee. This is good news for Superior residents, as that location will remain open. The address is 7025 West Main Street.

This location, according to reports, simply underperformed and no longer makes sense to keep open. As of now, there aren't plans to close any more stores and this is a regular part of their business model.

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It's also worth mentioning that there are several other Walmart locations in Milwaukee so while this is a loss for the area, they do have other options.

Here's What People Want To See In West Duluth's Closed Kmart Location

The Kmart in Spirit Valley closed several years ago. It's sat abandoned since, and it really is a waste of good space right in the heart of West Duluth. I recently asked our audience what they would like to see in that location in the future. There were many passionate responses.

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These Common Household Items Are Now Banned In Minnesota

A hot topic lately is PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as "forever chemicals" because they are difficult for humans to detoxify and have half-lives measured in years. These chemicals accumulate in the body over time and can cause significant health issues even at low exposure levels

PFAS are commonly found in the environment and the human body and have been linked to a range of health concerns including increased cholesterol levels, potential disruption of hormone systems, reduced immune function, increased risk of certain cancers, developmental issues in children, and reproductive problems, particularly in pregnant women.

On January 1, 2024, Minnesota prohibited PFAS in firefighting foam and food packaging. The state is taking an even more aggressive stance against the chemicals in 2025.

According to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, the first prohibitions of products containing intentionally added PFAS under Amara's Law (Minn. Stat. § 116.943) are now in effect in Minnesota, meaning you can no longer legally purchase these items.

If you're wondering if you already have products with intentionally added PFAS, you can take the following steps to be sure:

Check the label - Look for products that are labeled as PFAS-free.
Check for keywords - Look for words like "waterproof," "stain-repellent," or "dirt-repellant" on the tag.
Check for ingredients - Avoid products that contain ingredients with "perfluoro" or "fluoro" in their name.
Use a third-party verification service - Some organizations offer third-party verification of products that claim to be made without PFAS.

As of January 1, 2025, you can no longer purchase products with intentionally added PFAS in Minnesota. These products fall under the 11 categories below.

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