Bacova Factory Outlet store opens Tuesday
The Bacova Factory Outlet store on Frankin Road opens Tuesday.
I included the store in last week’s Retail Roundup column, but in case you missed it, here is what I wrote:
Bacova Guild once again will operate a factory outlet store in the Roanoke Valley, four years after it closed its only outlet in Salem.
The Low Moor manufacturer of rugs, printed floor mats, bathroom accessories and bath rugs will open a Roanoke store May 1. It will take the space at 3505 Franklin Road formerly occupied by Lifeline Vitamin Outlet, which closed this year.
Bacova sells its line of decor through retailers such as Macy’s, Target and Kohl’s.
Most of the merchandise that will be sold at the outlet will be what Bacova Chief Financial Officer Bob Delumyea described as excess inventory from lines that have been discontinued. Little of the merchandise will be defective, he said.
Bacova’s last factory outlet store was at West Salem Plaza That shopping center was torn down to make room for Lowe’s, which opened two years ago.
Delumyea said the company had hoped to open an outlet store sooner but had a hard time finding a location with a rent that the discount store could afford.
The outlet will mark its opening with discounted prices and giveaways.
The store is independently owned and operated by Jonathon Delumyea, Robert Delumyea’s son. Bacova’s parent company, Ronile Inc., licensed the store.
April 30, 2012 - 6:00 AM
I’m not sure where this is on Franklin Rd. Could you be more specific? Another landmark perhaps? I’m not familiar with that vitamin outlet. Thanks!
I’ve never heard of this store but am very excited that it’s opening in Roanoke! Can’t wait to see what they have…
@Lisa2: It’s next to Curves, right below Kabuki Japanese Steakhouse.
I say welcome, Bacova, and good luck, but run by the CFO’s son? Smells like nepotism, even if it is “independently owned and operated”.
I can’t wait to go to Bacova! I went frequently when it was in Salem. I was so sad when it closed.
Do you have any idea what is going on with Chuck E. Cheese’s? We don’t go very often, but my children were dismayed to notice construction equipment and evidence of closing or a major remodel when we drove by today.
@Mrs. Hull: They are doing a remodel and building an addition, and said they’ll be open during the work. I am planning to write more about it in this Sunday’s Retail Roundup column, which you can find in the business section.
Hello!
Any idea on what is taking shape at the intersection of 5-81 & Peter’s Creek Road . . beside the Mexican Restaurant there?
@Richard: It looks to me like they are putting in a retaining wall. I’ve tried to get in touch with the restaurant owner, but haven’t been able to reach him. I’ve also checked with the county, but they said they don’t have any info on what’s going on. If I learn more I’ll let you know.