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Ollie’s to build $68M distribution center in Illinois
Listen to this articleHarrisburg-based Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Inc. plans to build a $68 million distribution center in Princeton, Illinois, to meet growing demand and support the company’s nationwide expansion.
The 600,000-square-foot facility will create 145 full-time jobs over the next three years, according to a release.
Expected to be completed in 2024, the distribution center will service 150-plus Ollie’s stores across the Midwest. As part of the project, the company received an Economic Development for a Growing Economy tax credit from the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity.
“We are excited to make the next key step in our nationwide expansion happen by building our fourth distribution center in Princeton, Illinois,” said Eric van der Valk, executive vice president and chief operating officer of Ollie’s.
“Illinois is one of Ollie’s fastest-growing states with 10 stores and counting to open in the upcoming months. Its central location to our other markets in the Midwest region and the strong workforce made Illinois the perfect spot for breaking ground to bring customers more bargains.”
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzer added: “I’m excited to welcome Ollie’s first distribution center to Illinois and to the Midwest, and proud that this facility will create full-time jobs and support the local economy in Princeton. Illinois’ top-notch location and infrastructure are well-suited to support the needs of a fast-expanding company like Ollie’s and their decision to locate here further solidifies the state as a first-class destination to do business.”
Paula Wolf is a freelance writer
