Bankruptcy

The chain exited bankruptcy last year, but it looks like some stores might close.

Shortly after announcing the closure of two Montana stores, the retail chain Big Lots has officially filed for bankruptcy.

The brand has been around for nearly 80 years!

Shopko stores throughout Montana will be closing soon due to the company’s bankruptcy filing, and in addition to the loss of local jobs, Montana officials are advising gift card holders to redeem them soon.

Westmoreland Mining, which operates two major Montana coal mines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

The former CEO of a Montana appliance and electronics retailer has been sentenced to just over 5 years in federal prison.

Hastings to Close All Stores by October 31

The small town of Browning, Montana on the Blackfeet Indian Reservation, is considering filing for bankruptcy after running short on funds.

Officials in a small Montana town say they will have to disincorporate the community or declare bankruptcy over an ongoing dispute with the Blackfeet Tribe about water and utility services.

The FBI and the U.S. Department of Labor are investigating the bankruptcy of a Montana appliance and electronics store that rendered its Employee Stock Ownership Plan worthless.