Vcommerce Corporation Announces Launch of Hancock Fabrics New End-to-End eCommerce Web Site Sep 15, 2008
Sept. 15 /PRNewswire/ -- Vcommerce Corporation ( ), the leader in SaaS end-to-end eCommerce services announced today that the new eCommerce site of Hancock Fabrics, Inc (OTC symbol: HKFI), has gone live. In response to increasing need to find a broad and deep enterprise class eCommerce platform that would improve their order capture, order management and order fulfillment solutions, Hancock Fabrics conducted an extensive search for a partner with true end-to- end platform capabilities able to... (PR Newswire)
COOK OF THE WEEK:Cookbook aficionado hones culinary skills at Southern Ice Cafe Sep 3, 2008
"Specialty plates take offKennedy, a marketing executive, and Schwartz moved to Tupelo a couple of years ago with their son, Jonathan, for her to take a job with Hancock Fabrics. By the time that company downsized - and her position didn't make sense anymore - the couple had already fallen in love with Tupelo and decided to stay.Kennedy had some culinary experience, so the two opted to start a restaurant. When Southern Ice Cafe opened its doors in May, it was to specialize in gelato, which is... (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Hancock Fabrics exits bankruptcy, eyes growth Aug 2, 2008
BALDWYN - Hancock Fabrics held an employee celebration Friday afternoon in anticipation of the company's emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection ... Aggers, in the press release, deemed Friday a "huge milestone and a very happy day for Hancock Fabrics and all of our associates, customers, business partners and shareholders.". (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Collins named general manager of the Progress Apr 23, 2008
Tom Collins, owner of Tupelo Engraving and Rubber Stamp and a former executive for Hancock Fabrics, has accepted the position as general manager of The Pontotoc Progress ... He served as vice president of marketing and advertising for Hancock Fabrics for 22 years, taking an early retirement in 2002 to start his own business. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Hancock Fabrics releases 2007 financial results Apr 19, 2008
(AP) - Hancock Fabrics Inc. has released financial results for 2007 and announced plans to begin exiting bankruptcy ... Hancock Fabrics reported sales of $276 ... Hancock Fabrics, which has 270 stores, plans to remodel 89 existing stores and relocate 12 others in 2008. (WREG.com, TN)
Hancock Fabrics filing offers hope of exiting bankruptcy Apr 19, 2008
Hancock Fabrics Inc., based in Baldwyn, released financial results for 2007 and announced plans to begin exiting bankruptcy. The company plans to file a reorganization plan in the near future and with court approval, exit bankruptcy thirty to sixty days later, the report said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Hancock: One year into Chapter 11 Mar 22, 2008
BALDWYN - A year ago Friday, Baldwyn-based Hancock Fabrics filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. And now, after an operational restructuring, Hancock's vice president of finance said Friday said he expects the company to emerge from bankruptcy in the first half of this year. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Bankrupt residents, businesses cost state Feb 10, 2008
All of this information came to light from a regulatory filing by Hancock Fabrics, the Baldwyn-based home-decorating company that is reorganizing under bankruptcy protection ... It states the commission believes Hancock Fabrics owes the state $15. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Keep your "Moments of Truth" to yourself Jan 26, 2008
Answer: "Yes. When I was five I stole a red button from Hancock Fabrics in Birmingham. It matched my red dress and I thought it was pretty. My mother found out and I had to take it back and apologize. Whole thing is pretty weird, considering my red dress wasn't missing a button. I wore that red dress in my school pictures that year. They turned out pretty good though it looked like I needed a haircut. I had some bad hair back then, sort of a Farrah Fawcett look coupled with some floppy wings on... (Madison County Record, AL)
More front page updates Dec 7, 2007
Hancock Fabrics Inc., based in Baldwyn, reported earnings for the month ended Nov. 3. The Mississippi Supreme Court has ordered a trial into whether R.B. Wall Oil Co. was liable for injuries Stephen W. Miller suffered when he slipped and fell at a gas station Wall Oil leased to someone else. (The Clarion-Ledger)
All Business Dec 7, 2007
Hancock Fabrics Inc., based in Baldwyn, on Thursday reported earnings for the month ended Nov. 3. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Inc.'s executives said Thursday the company's quarterly results were "not good enough," as the embattled doughnut maker announced its loss narrowed substantially in its third quarter. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Hancock Fabrics reports profit Dec 7, 2007
Hancock Fabrics Inc., based in Baldwyn, reported earnings for the month ended Nov. 3. Hancock reported a profit of $2,000 compared to a l$1. (The Clarion-Ledger)
One of a kind: From necklaces ro rings, expressing individuality is a beautiful thing Nov 6, 2007
When in town, Spencer frequents stores like Hancock Fabrics and Village Beads to buy supplies. Ann Bankston and family members opened Village Beads eight years ago in Ridgeland and immediately realized the popularity of jewelry making. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Retail troubles hit home as winter holidays loom Nov 5, 2007
Hancock Fabrics Inc. of Baldwyn, Miss. which filed for Chapter 11 reorganization in March, shut down 134 stores it said were under-performing during the first half of the year. (East Bay Business Times, CA)
Grandparents need trooper uniform for little trooper Nov 1, 2007
Check with Hancock Fabrics where many seamstresses leave cards. Look for one who sews clothing. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Some alteration shops make home furnishings Oct 22, 2007
They suggested you go to Hancock Fabrics in Pearl or Ridgeland where those home seamstresses and tailors you yearn for sometimes leave business cards. Folks at both stores confirm that some excellent seamstresses have left cards related to their home-based businesses. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Kohl's grand opening draws a crowd Oct 4, 2007
"I was one of the first ones in the door at City Thrift," Jones said, talking about the thrift store that opened Monday in the former Hancock Fabrics on West Main Street. The Kohl's in King's Crossing is the third location in the state for the Menomonee Falls, Wis. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
'Major' Toyota news set for today Sep 25, 2007
Lee County Administrator Ronnie Bell said the move was needed for an unnamed "economic development project" behind Hancock Fabrics' corporate headquarters in the industrial park. Last month, another Toyota supplier, Toyota Boshoku America, announced construction of an $80 million, 500-worker plant near the Dorsey community in Itawamba County. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Supervisors abandon road ahead of project Sep 15, 2007
Lee County Administrator Ronnie Bell said the move is necessary to pave the way for an unnamed "economic development project" behind Hancock Fabrics corporate headquarters in Baldwyn. Neither Bell nor the supervisors would identify the project. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Early bird' deadline today for dream home giveaway Aug 10, 2007
Tickets can be reserved at Room to Room Furniture, Hancock Fabrics and any Tupelo Allstate agent's office, or by calling (800) 456-8351. For more information about the St. Jude Dream Home giveaway, visit www. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Phillips Edison & Company Acquires Center in Oklahoma Aug 9, 2007
Other key tenants include Starbucks, Hancock Fabrics, Golf USA, Wendy's and Joe's Crab Shack. Oklahoma City is the capital and the most populous city in Oklahoma. (PR Newswire)
$1,455,300 Raised for St. Jude - Dream Home Winner Announced Aug 1, 2007
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. Judith Denny of Bakersfield is the winner of the 2007 St. Jude Dream Home. (KERO 23, CA)
From kids' art to fabric art: Bismarck native's 'Raggedy' technique published Jul 29, 2007
At an International Quilt Market in Houston, which brings in buyers from all over the world, Hancock Fabrics saw her patterns and put six of them in all their stores. And then the Home Sewing Association contacted her to inquire if she would work with them on a Girl Scout project. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Hancock, accounting firm both slipped up Jul 1, 2007
Baldwyn-based Hancock Fabrics last week dismissed PricewaterhouseCoopers as the accounting firm hired to monitor the company's financial practices. On the surface, it seems like a good move considering the home decorating retailer is in bankruptcy reorganization, no longer listed on the New York Stock Exchange and had failed to file financial reports with federal regulators for more than a year before February. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Hancock lands $17.5 million loan Jun 21, 2007
BALDWYN - Hancock Fabrics has inked a $17. 5 million loan with Ableco Finance, according to filings Wednesday with the U.S. Security and Exchange Commission. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Man arrested in store burglary May 18, 2007
Police said Lucas Raymond Thompson, 22, dropped his wallet when he fled from Hancock Fabrics on University Avenue shortly before officers arrived. Police said they found Thompson, of 1028 Chalmers Ave., hiding in bushes near his home. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Indoor tanning salon to open at Auburn Plaza May 9, 2007
The Buffalo area indoor tanning outfit is expected to set up shop in half of the former Hancock Fabrics store, plaza developer Michael Wachs said Monday. e thought it would be a good fit, co-owner Cindi Leonard said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Sold on shoes May 6, 2007
He is back in Hoover with the March purchase of Jesse Walls' Hoover Shoe Hospital in Green Valley Plaza on U.S. Highway 31 next to Hancock Fabrics and Ellis Piano. Bluff Park locals may recall Costa's Shades Crest Shoe Service, which he moved 10 years ago when he bought Homewood Shoe Hospital from owner Joe Barrile. (Birmingham Business Journal, AL)
Retail selection shrinking May 2, 2007
Mississippi based Hancock Fabrics Inc., is being dropped from the New York Stock Exchange. The one-time retail giant is closing 134 stores and laying off headquarters staff. (Seantobia Democrat, MS)
Embattled Hancock Fabrics may find deliverance in recent investor moves Apr 29, 2007
Beleagured Hancock Fabrics of Baldwyn slipped deeper into financial quicksand last week when the New York Stock Exchange announced its shares would no longer appear on the Big Board starting Friday. Granted, searches for HKF on the NYSE ticker have been fruitless since the exchange suspended trading of the stock on March 21, the day Hancock Fabrics filed for bankruptcy ... An even bigger mystery is the plan Hancock Fabrics' leadership has for resurrecting the company. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Crime report Apr 26, 2007
Tuesday at 6:34 p.m., Mary Young called to report a burglary of her auto at Hancock Fabrics located at 2118 Highway 45 N. Young told officers that sometime during the day someone entered her 1997 Plymouth and took her purse, which contained an undetermined amount of cash and a Cadence checkbook. Entry was gained through an unlocked car door. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Bankruptcy court approves Hancock Fabrics cash plan Apr 20, 2007
BALDWYN A U.S. Bankruptcy Court has approved plans to help Hancock Fabrics generate more cash. On Thursday, the court issued a final order that allows Hancock to borrow money to continue operating while it reorganizes its business. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Court grants Hancock permission to close stores, hold sales Apr 7, 2007
Hancock Fabrics will move ahead with closing 134 stores across the county ... Hancock Fabrics, based in Baldwyin, negotiated terms with Great American in February, about a month before filing for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Delaware ... Hancock Fabrics officials didn't return telephone calls for comment on the hearing. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Daily Briefing Apr 7, 2007
Hancock Fabrics can hold sales. Hancock Fabrics Inc. has won a bankruptcy court's permission to continue going-out-of-business sales at 134 of its fabric stores. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Belief in winning pattern remains Apr 1, 2007
Hancock Fabrics Inc., a Mississippi company with hundreds of stores nationally, though none in New York, this week filed for Chapter 11 protection, too. Alfred said the prime reason for the industry's troubles is simple: Why should anyone buy $20 worth of materials to sew a dress that can be purchased at a discount store for $15. (Albany Times Union)
St. Jude Dream Home Tickets On Sale Mar 30, 2007
You can get tickets at the Green Frog supermarkets, Wells Fargo branches, Hancock Fabrics or by calling 800-385-9134. The luxury home is located near where Mesa Marin was and comes with a pool. (KERO 23, CA)
Hancock Fabrics de-listed on New York Stock Exchange Mar 27, 2007
-based Hancock Fabrics filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy last week after announcing that it would close more than 100 stores ... Hancock Fabrics is a fabrics, sewing and textiles accessory retailer in the U.S.. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Fabric store closing Mar 26, 2007
But she said she ll miss Hancock Fabrics and its many loyal customers ... Assistant Manager Linda Wilson said the store, which employs 10 part-time workers, was put on notice that Hancock Fabrics Inc. intended to close the doors as soon as the store s inventory is sold ... May 4 would have marked Hancock Fabrics third year at the Yellowstone Avenue location. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Hancock store in Columbus closing Mar 25, 2007
Hancock Fabrics Inc. will have store closing liquidation sales in its Columbus and Meridian locations ... Hancock Fabrics filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Wednesday ... Hancock Fabrics sells fabric, crafts and related sewing and decorating accessories. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Hancock Fabrics creditors face April deadline Mar 23, 2007
BALDWYN Creditors of Hancock Fabrics Inc. have until April 5 to object to the retailers reorganization plans under Chapter 11 bankruptcy ... In a statement released by Hancock Fabrics, President and CEO Jane Aggers said of the filing, It allows us to focus our attention and resources entirely on further improving our better-performing stores and right-sizing our back-office operations and distribution center ... Hancock Fabrics sells fabric, crafts and related sewing and decorating... (The Clarion-Ledger)
134 U.S. fabric stores to close Mar 23, 2007
Hancock Fabrics of Ridgeland offers dozens of types of upholstery and drapery material as well as accent pieces ... As Hancock Fabrics reorganizes under bankruptcy, just how many of its 375-plus Mississippi workers could lose their jobs remains to be seen ... Baldwyn-based Hancock Fabrics Inc. has stores in the following cities. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Hancock Fabrics files Chapter 11 Mar 23, 2007
"The process of reorganizing Hancock Fabrics under Chapter 11 is a necessary step to reposition the company for the future," Jane Aggers, President and CEO, said in the release. Aggers said she regrets the impact on laid-off employees, but believes it's a necessary step in focusing the company's "resources entirely on further improving our stores that are performing well.". (Birmingham Business Journal)
Hancock Fabrics will close Mar 22, 2007
Barely two years after it opened, Medford's Hancock Fabrics store is among 104 the Baldwyn, Miss. chain says it's closing. (Mail Tribune, OR)
Hancock Fabrics seeks options to financial woes Mar 21, 2007
BALDWYN - Financially troubled Hancock Fabrics said Tuesday it is "exploring strategic alternatives," a term analysts take to mean anything from a merger to a buyout to a bankruptcy filing ... At this point, it is unclear what will happen to shareholders' stock holdings if Hancock Fabrics were to file for bankruptcy protection or if it were to be bought out by another company. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Jo-Ann Stores Redecorates Mar 15, 2007
2% decline in 2005, which was a tough year for rivals A.C. Moore (Nasdaq: ACMR) and Hancock Fabrics (NYSE: HKF) as well. Then in 2006, the stock doubled after investors realized they'd thrown out a reasonably well-crafted business amidst all of the remnant fabric. (MSNBC -- Business)
Stocks to Watch Mar 9, 2007
Hancock Fabrics Inc. (HKF) said Bruce Smith resigned as chief financial officer and executive vice president, effective March 30, to take a position with another company. Hovnanian Enterprises Inc. (HOV) reported a first-quarter net loss of $54. (Fox News)
Hancock Fabrics to close 30 stores Feb 9, 2007
Fabric retailer Hancock Fabrics Inc. on Thursday said same-store sales fell 4 percent, hurt partly by weather in the Southwest and Midwest. Same-store sales, or sales in stores open at least one year, are a key measure of retail industry performance. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Material world Feb 9, 2007
At the last minute, the group headed to Hancock Fabrics on West Fairfield Drive. They left about a half hour later with several fabrics in light turquoise and bronze for a cost of $83. (Pensacola News Journal)
Retail center trades hands Feb 1, 2007
The is a 171,498-square-foot strip mall that includes Bally Total Fitness, Checker Auto Parts, Hancock Fabrics, Guiry's paint store and several smaller retailers and restaurants. The private individual sellers, one a resident of Castle Rock and the other a Californian, did not want their names disclosed. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
• The Bottom Line: West Racine fills former grocery, other vacancy Jan 21, 2007
Signficant tenants - including Jalensky's, Hancock Fabrics and Floortech - have left. A payday loan place occupies a prominent corner spot. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
