News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Bealls to unveil newly renovated Boca Raton store with a Grand Opening Celebration!   BRADENTON, Fla., September 16, 2008 - Bealls Department Stores is pleased to announce tthe Grand Opening Celebration of the newly renovated Boca Raton store, which will officially open its doors on Friday, October 10th, 2008. The Boca Raton Bealls location has undergone a multi-million dollar renovation, making improvements to every square foot of the store. New flooring and ceiling treatments have resulted in a brighter and more open store interior. "We are excited about this major renovation. Our customers deserve the best shopping experience possible. We know they will enjoy shopping in the updated and improved Boca Raton store", said Gwen Bennett, Bealls Vice President Advertising and eCommerce. The Grand Opening Celebration kicks off at 9am, Friday, October 10th and will feature Grand Opening sale specials only available in this location. The Boca Raton store is located in West Boca Square at 21759 State Road 7. Beall's Department Stores is a division of Bealls, Inc. The Bradenton, Florida-based company, privately held since its opening in 1914, now operates more than 500 stores in 13 states under the names Bealls, Bealls Outlet, Burke's Outlet, Bealls Clearance Stores. To learn more about Bealls, or to shop online, visit BeallsFlorida.com. Contacts: Gwen Bennett VP-Advertising & eCommerce Bealls Department Stores, Inc. 941-744-4265 Karen Filips Director Promotions & Production Bealls Department Stores, Inc. 941-744-4262   1806 38th Avenue East · Bradenton, FL 34208 · www.BeallsFlorida.com Bealls stores are operated by Beall's Department Stores, Inc. and by Beall's West Gate Corporation