Rite Aid to Close All Michigan Stores Amid Bankruptcy

Pharmacy chain to transfer prescriptions to Walgreens as part of nationwide restructuring efforts

Rite Aid has announced the closure of all its stores in Michigan, impacting over 180 locations.
Prescriptions from closed stores will be automatically transferred to Walgreens unless customers opt for alternatives.
The company has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to reduce debt and improve financial flexibility.
Since October 2023, Rite Aid has closed nearly 550 stores across the U.S., including 27 more recent closures in Michigan and Ohio.
Rite Aid faces challenges from competitors and legal issues related to the opioid crisis.