All Bob's Stores locations will be closing by July 14, with going out-of-business sales currently underway offering discounts of 30 to 70 percent off. Gift cards and merchandise credits will be honored until the closing date. The parent company cited financial difficulties as the reason for liquidation, with layoffs starting in May and store closings in June. This closure marks the end of nearly 70 years of Bob's Stores serving local communities. The company plans to offer online shopping in the future. Customers, vendors, suppliers, and employees are thanked for their support over the years. Don't miss out on the final days to shop at Bob's Stores and take advantage of the clearance sales before it's too late.