Ollie’s Bargain Outlet is a large retailer of closeout merchandise and excess inventory with 333 stores across the United States. In the spring, it was announced that the retailer would be opening a storefront in Port Huron on 24th Street. Wednesday, September 4th will be the first day Ollie’s opens in town. According to their website, at Ollie’s, “You’ll find real brands at real bargain prices in every department, from housewares to sporting goods to flooring and to food.” The company says it takes a unique approach to merchandise with, “Ollie’s buyers scouring the world looking for closeouts, overstocks, package changes, manufacturer refurbished goods, and irregulars.” The storefront will be at 1247 24th Street next to the south end Kroger in the old Ace Hardware.
