COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) — Big Lots is under new ownership after a last-minute sale went through that will seemingly keep hundreds of stores in operation and prevent thousands of layoffs.

The reopening locations come months after Big Lots announced its sale to Gordon Brothers Retail Partners. As part of the deal, Variety Wholesalers acquired 219 Big Lots stores as well as two ...

“The strategic sale to Gordon Brothers and the transfer to Variety Wholesalers is a favorable and significant achievement for Big Lots that reflects the tireless work and collective effort of ...

(Justin Sullivan / Getty Images) Variety Wholesalers’ announcement about the upcoming reopenings comes three months after bankrupt Big Lots said its "sale agreement" with Gordon Brothers Retail ...

Earlier this year, Big Lots closed a previously announced sale agreement with Gordon Brothers Retail Partners. As part of the deal, Variety Wholesalers was set to acquire 200 to 400 Big Lots ...