POCATELLO — Two gigantic “Store Closing – Everything Must Go” signs now hang outside the Big 5 Sporting Goods store on Quinn Road, signaling the end of the retailer’s more than decade-long run in Pocatello.

Local employees confirmed to EastIdahoNews.com that the store is expected to close permanently sometime in April. Store closing discounts have begun at 10% off the lowest marked prices.

Staff said they were not authorized to discuss the closure in any more detail and referred all further questions to Big 5’s corporate office. Multiple attempts by EastIdahoNews.com to reach the corporate headquarters for comment went unanswered.

Big 5 Sporting Goods is a national retailer known for offering affordable gear and apparel for outdoor recreation, athletics, and fitness. Its stores typicall

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