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 **Joann Fabrics Closure in Harrison County: Key Details**  

The Joann Fabrics and Crafts store located in Meadowbrook Mall, Bridgeport (Harrison County, West Virginia), has announced its permanent closure, with its last day of operation set for **January 22, 2023**. Here’s a breakdown of the situation:  

### **1. Closure Timeline and Liquidation Sale**  

- **Last Day**: The store will cease operations on January 22, 2023.  

- **Liquidation Sale**: A store-wide sale began on **Sunday, November 27, 2022**, offering discounts on remaining inventory.  

### **2. Impact on Local Crafters**  

- This closure leaves **North Central West Virginia** without a Joann store. The closest remaining locations in the state are in **Parkersburg, Beckley, and Dunbar** (not Charleston, as previously reported).  

- Employees were offered transfers to other stores, but the nearest options (e.g., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) require significant commutes.  

### **3. Context Behind the Closure**  

- **Mall Renovations**: The Meadowbrook Mall is undergoing renovations, with 11 units demolished. Joann chose to close rather than relocate within the mall.  

- **Broader Strategy**: Joann emphasized this was part of routine store evaluations, closing 8 out of 842 locations nationwide in early 2023 while opening new stores elsewhere.  

### **4. Community Response**  

- Employees expressed disappointment, citing the lack of relocation options and the store’s 30+ year history in the community.  

- A **Hobby Lobby** is slated to open at the same shopping center, though its lease restricts direct competition in fabric and craft supplies.  

### **5. Joann’s Long-Term Outlook**  

While this closure predates Joann’s 2024–2025 bankruptcy filings and mass store closures (500+ locations), it reflects ongoing challenges in the retail sector, including post-pandemic foot traffic declines and financial pressures.  

For further details on liquidation sales or alternative stores, customers can visit [JOANN’s website](https://www.joann.com/).  

**Note**: The Charleston location mentioned in the query does not appear in official closure lists; Beckley, Dunbar, and Parkersburg are confirmed West Virginia locations.