Mall Do’s and Don’ts: Consider doing what you might never have done beforeWhat CBL Properties CEO Stephen Lebovitz did was put casinos in empty anchors and created a vibrant new traffic flow. Pep Boys’ shuttering of its auto parts business makes 81 storefronts availableThe auto service chain’s owner, Icahn Automotive, leased 109 such locations to Advanced Auto Parts last year. Walmart Canada opens first new store in Alberta since 2015 Walmart Canada’s new location in Edmonton, Alberta, is built for sustainability. REI to open its 31st store in California next year REI Co-op continues to expand across the U.S. Indoor mini-golf/dining concept Puttshack continues U.S. expansion with new capital An entertainment destination that combines tech-driven mini-golf with food and drink and whose creators include the founders of Topgolf has closed a new round of funding to support its U.S. expansion. BJ’s expanding in New York BJ’s Wholesale Club continues its growth spree. 5Qs for Ron Goldstone on how municipalities impede retail’s redevelopment Local government officials want Target to fill that empty Walmart store, not a self-storage facility—but that’s unlikely to happen. Love’s Travel Stops in milestone store opening Love’s Travel Stops continues to expand its footprint and offerings. Mall Do’s & Don’ts: Create a city within a city In shopping centers, says URW development chief Geoff Mason, social interaction has become just as important for people as shopping. Jack in the Box unveils takeout-only prototype; looks to reduce buildout costs by 20% Jack in the Box’s restaurant of the future is designed to meet the continuing demand for drive-thru service and mobile ordering. First Previous 147 148 149 150 151 Next Last