HOBO's New Location Adds Jobs to Local Economy


OAK LAWN, Ill., Oct. 15, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Despite recent troubles with the housing industry and the economy, HOBO (Home Owners Bargain Outlet) continues to expand with the opening of its new Oak Lawn home improvement super-store located at 8716 S. Cicero.

"We are pleased to add over 90 new jobs to the local economy at a time when many retail locations are closing their doors," said Jerry Jurewicz, Vice President of Operations at HOBO. "HOBO is thankful for the loyal support of our Chicago customers over the years, and we are dedicated to the community of Oak Lawn. Our new location follows the HOBO tradition of offering exciting lines in our main departments, including kitchen and bath, flooring, and furniture, along with many other first-quality items."

In addition, HOBO is giving away a kitchen valued at $13,000 in honor of the recent grand opening. Customers are encouraged to stop in any one of HOBO's seven locations between October 13 and 25 to enter for a chance to win several give-away items as part of the Oak Lawn grand opening celebration. Other give-away items include $1,000 worth of hardwood flooring and a $500 HOBO gift card.

The new location will allow HOBO to maximize selection and inventory of in-stock flooring, including tile, laminate, and hardwood. HOBO also will introduce an improved kitchen cabinet design center. While remaining loyal to customers by having quality Amish-made kitchen cabinets in-stock and available for immediate pick-up, HOBO also has expanded its presence of custom-made cabinets available at low prices.

For over a decade, HOBO has been helping home owners and contractor professionals save money. HOBO offers everything for the home at discount prices by working with top suppliers around the world. From floors and doors all the way to the kitchen sink, HOBO's products offer affordable remodeling solutions from start to finish. HOBO is a family-owned company with five locations in Illinois and two in Wisconsin including: Oak Lawn, Villa Park, Chicago, Crest Hill, Waukegan, West Allis, and Milwaukee. HOBO employs nearly 470 full- and part-time people at its seven locations.

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