55-year-old Home Depot rival chain store closes, no bankruptcy

When consumers have an immediate hardware need, such as a fluorescent light tube for the kitchen, various fasteners, or adhesives for a repair, a quick trip to the local retailer can be the most convenient solution. Most communities have an independent hardware store or an Ace Hardware or True Value Hardware chain store to meet customers' needs. In some cases, it's more convenient to visit a Walmart for certain hardware goods. The retail giant has a pretty good selection of hardware items, like that flu ...