New Balance is temporarily closing its offices, factories and owned stores in the United States, Canada and Western Europe from March 16 until at least March 27 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Recall: C3 Manufacturing Climbing Devices
About 1,100 Perfect Descent Auto Belays climbing devices from C3 Manufacturing are being recalled.
2020 OIA Capitol Summit Is Postponed
Outdoor Industry Association on Thursday announced it is postponing the April 2020 Capitol Summit in Washington, DC. The organization said it hopes to reschedule this event at a future date.
Shoe Carnival Closing Stores Until April 2
Shoe Carnival Inc. on Thursday provided an update on its operations in response to the continued spread of COVID-19. The company will temporarily close its stores to consumers across the U.S. and Puerto Rico until April 2, 2020, effective today.
The TJX Cos. Inc. To Close All Stores For Two Weeks
The TJX Companies Inc. on Thursday said effective immediately the company is closing all of its stores in the United States, Canada, Europe, and Australia for two weeks due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
WSL Cancels Or Postpones All Events Through May
Due to the continued evolution of the COVID-19 pandemic, the World Surf League (WSL) is postponing or canceling all events, at all levels of competition, through the end of May.
Kohl’s Announces Temporary Closure Of Stores Nationwide
Kohl’s announced on Thursday that as the result of the escalating COVID-19 pandemic the company will temporarily close its stores nationwide effective Thursday, March 19 at 7 p.m. local time.
NRF Seeks Guidance On ‘Essential Retail Businesses and Services
The National Retail Federation on Thursday sent a letter to President Trump and administration officials urging the federal government to produce national guidance for state and local governments seeking to clarify “essential retail businesses and services” for their communities.
Dunham’s Sports Taking Precautionary Measures To Combat COVID-19
Dunham’s Sports said it taking extra safety measures in response to the coronavirus outbreak. The steps include an enhanced cleaning and sanitization schedule at all stores, directing staff to stay home if they are showing any flu-like symptoms, and increasing staffing levels in high traffic areas to reduce wait time.
Academy Sports Adjusts Hours For Extra Cleaning
Academy Sports & Outdoors said that effective Wednesday, March 18, 2020, it updated its store hours to allow additional time for intensive cleaning in response to the coronavirus.
Caleres Provides Update On COVID-19
Caleres Inc. has elected to close its remaining Famous Footwear locations as part of its ongoing response to the spread of COVID-19. The company is withdrawing its 2020 financial guidance and reducing capital expenditures and operating expenses.
Under Armour Pledges Up To $2M For Community Support
Under Armour is donating $1 million to Feeding America to support hunger relief efforts as a result of current school closures and quarantines. The brand also pledged to donate up to $1 million in a combination of monetary donation and product to Good Sports as part of a 30-day Healthy at Home fitness challenge.
Keen Pledges 100,000 Pairs Of Shoes To Workers Affected By Coronavirus
Keen Inc. has made a pledge to provide up to 100,000 pairs—about $10,000,000 in shoes—to the workers on the front lines and the families at home fighting through the coronavirus crisis.
Study: Ammunition Sales Soar in Response To Coronavirus
In response to the coronavirus, consumers are purchasing ammunition at an unprecedented rate, according to a recent study by Ammo.com.
Running Industry Association Cancels 2020 Kick Show
The Running Industry Association (RIA) announced Thursday it is canceling the second annual RIA Kick Show in Denver, CO, on May 11-14 due to the coronavirus. RIA is formalizing plans to re-introduce the show in a digital format after conferring with several brands and retailers. Details will be released in April.
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