On This Day in 1962, the First Kmart Opened in Garden City, MI
The world's first ground-up, full-size Kmart opened on March 1st, 1962 in Garden City, Michigan.
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Last One Out, Turn Off the Blue Light: Kmart Has Almost Disappeared
Michigan-based Kmart once had 2,486 stores globally, now that number is whittled down to less than twenty worldwide, with 33% of US locations closing forever.
Last Michigan Kmart to Permanently Close in Marshall
Michigan was once home to Kmart's headquarters and soon the last Kmart for all of Michigan will be permanently closing its doors.
Last Sears in Michigan Is Closing, Marshall Has The Last KMart
It's sad to hear that Sears is closing its last store in Michigan. But the last Kmart in Michigan is still open in Marshall.
Battle Creek Kmart Being Demolished…What Should Take Its Place?
You won't find a blue light special in Battle Creek anymore. As we watch the ushering out of an era, what would you like to see take Kmart's place?
Marshall Will Soon Have The Only Kmart Left In Michigan
Michigan was once home to Kmart's headquarters and soon the last Kmart for all of Michigan will be the one located in Marshall.
Eight Michigan K-Mart Stores Closing, One West Michigan Store Survives
Another West Michigan K-Mart is set to close with the latest announcement from their parent company over the weekend.