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OPELIKA — Burlington Stores Inc., a national discount retailer, is opening a new store in Opelika.
“Our goal is to continue to offer communities low prices on brand name merchandise for the entire family and home,” said Burlington Stores CEO Michael O’Sullivan. “We’re continuing to expand our footprint across the country and are excited to be opening a new store in Opelika. We look forward to giving local customers the chance to discover big savings on a wide range of products.”
The new store brings the total number of locations in the state to 11, and it continues to expand nationwide, offering shoppers up to 60% off other retailers’ prices on merchandise including everything for ladies, men, children, baby, along with home décor. New, brand-name merchandise will arrive at the store regularly, allowing customers to discover something new every time they shop.
Opening day is set for Friday, Oct. 27, at the Tiger Town Outdoor Shopping Center. The store is located at 2746 Enterprise Dr.
On Friday and on Saturday, Oct. 28, following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, the first 100 customers ages 18 and up will receive a $10 Bonus Card to be used toward their purchase.
On Sunday Oct. 29, customers will receive a free Burlington umbrella, while supplies last, no purchase necessary.
Store hours will be Sunday: 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Mounday through Saturday 9 a.m. to midnight.
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Burlington is dedicated to adding value to the communities in which they live and work. Throughout the year, Burlington supports a variety of philanthropic initiatives that empower those locally to live better lives and build better futures.
To celebrate the grand opening of its new store location and highlight its ongoing commitment to education, the retailer will be donating $5,000 to the teachers at Carver Primary School through its long-standing partnership with the national non-profit organization AdoptAClassroom.org.
Funds will provide students in a local high-need school with classroom materials they need to learn and succeed. The presentation of the donation will take place at the ribbon-cutting ceremony.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Recognized as a Great Place to Work by Fortune and the Great Place to Work Institute, Burlington Stores offers a welcoming and inclusive environment where associates can create meaningful careers. This location is looking to hire approximately 65 associates in a wide range of full-time and part-time positions throughout the store. Those interested in joining an award-winning culture and one of the fastest growing retailers are encouraged to visit BurlingtonStores.jobs.
ABOUT ADOPTACLASSROOM.ORG
AdoptAClassroom.org believes every child deserves the tools and materials they need to learn and thrive in school. AdoptAClassroom.org is a national nonprofit that funds PreK-12 teachers and schools across the U.S. to help equip more classrooms and students for success, and offset the financial burden on teachers. Since 1998, AdoptAClassroom.org has raised $65 million and equipped more than 6.4 million students across the U.S. The 501(c)(3) holds the highest 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and the highest transparency rating offered by Candid/GuideStar. For more information, or to make a donation, visit www.adoptaclassroom.org.