( Mix 93-1 ) A major home furnishings retailer has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will close stores to cut costs. Will any of the closures affect stores in East Texas ?

The home furnishings retailer, At Home , offers a wide range of home decor items, including bedding, lamps, kitchenware, rugs, chairs, pictures, towels, accessories, and candles. It also sells outdoor furniture for patio and lawn, as well as indoor and outdoor seasonal decorations for Halloween, Christmas, and other seasons.

Are Texas Stores Affected?

The company operates around 260 stores throughout 40 states. At Home has a location in Tyler, several around the Dallas-Fort Worth area, and one in Shreveport. At this time, these locations will remain open as normal.

Why At Home Filed for Bankruptcy

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