Kohl's Opens 9 new Stores in March 2013, 30 planned before end of the year.

Kohl’s Department Stores (Menomonee Falls, Wis.) is opening nine new stores today, including locations in Decatur, Ala.; Danville, Ill.; Ames, Iowa; Cedar Rapids, Iowa; Minot, N.D.; Sherwood, Ore.; Hermitage, Pa.; Spring Township, Pa.; and Denton, Texas.

New Kohl’s locations feature updated checkout stations, expanded customer service areas, electronic signs, Wi-Fi and upgraded fitting rooms with lounges in Misses and Juniors departments. In addition, eight of the new stores will pursue LEED certification in the coming months and feature more than 20 percent recycled and 20 percent regionally sourced (by cost) building materials, Energy Star-rated roofs and water-efficient landscaping and plumbing. +Kohl's

“As Kohl’s continues to grow, investing in our stores remains a priority,” said Kevin Mansell, Kohl’s chairman, president and ceo. “We are pleased to open nine new locations today and have plans to remodel 30 locations this year.”