Kohl's store closing in Pineville, 17 to follow

A Kohl's store in Pineville is one of many to close in June.

Kohl's has decided to close 18 underperforming stores representing less than one percent of total sales.

The following affected stores will be closed as of June 19, 2016:

Kohl's said every eligible store associate will be offered the opportunity to work at a nearby Kohl's or they can accept a competitive severance package.

Kohl's plans to implement the following in 2016: Pilot seven new smaller format Kohl's sores in various regional around the country, add two additional off 'aisle pilot stores in Wisconsin and open 12 Fila outlet stores.