Eddie Bauer and Francesca’s at West Acres Mall set to close

FARGO (KVRR-KFGO) – Eddie Bauer in West Acres is closing.

There is a large “Store Closing” sign in the window along with one announcing that the entire store is 40 to 60 percent off.

The Fargo store is one of several U.S. locations reported to be closing.

Eddie Bauer, which features apparel, outdoor gear and camping equipment was founded by Eddie Bauer in Seattle in 1920.

After years of financial turmoil, women’s specialty retailer Francesca’s is preparing to shut down its remaining stores nationwide according to FOX Business.

They say vendors allege they are owed hundreds of millions of dollars in unpaid invoices.

Francesca’s has a location at West Acres.

Alissa Adams with the mall says they are always working behind the scenes on new and exciting concepts and looks forward to having more things to share this spring.