My story with Big Lots store in Franklin is not just an employment tale; it's a tale of community, of connection, and of joy. This was the first retail job that filled me with such happiness, allowed me to help people, and brought joy to our customers who found items they loved. I ascended the professional ladder from being a part-timer to a full-time service lead manager, creating meaningful relationships along the way.

Our Big Lots store isn't just a retail outlet; it's a gathering place for our community in Franklin and the surrounding townships. Customers frequently comment on how we exceed other larger stores in cleanliness, organization, and stock availability. We, the employees, are not merely coworkers; we're family. We enjoy creating happiness for people - it's the true heart of our work.

However, our beloved store faces the threat of closure due to a lack of agreement between the landlord and the new owner about the leasing deal. We must seek to address this issue timely and appropriately, without losing sight of what's at stake - a loved community store that performs well and caters to the needs of hundreds of people.

We humbly request the landlord and the new owner of Big Lots to negotiate a better leasing agreement which will ensure the store's survival and continue making our community in Franklin and the surrounding areas happy. It is about preserving not just a store, but a community ecosystem and family. Please sign this petition and help us secure the future of Big Lots for our community, our families, and ourselves.