March 19, 2020 10:15 a.m. 
In the KQEN Business Spotlight:
J.C. Penney stores nationwide, including the Roseburg location, have closed for two weeks in response to the evolving COVID-19 pandemic.
A corporate release from the retailer said the closure began at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday night. Stores are scheduled to reopen on April 2nd. The local closure was confirmed by the store’s phone answering system.
Chief executive Officer Jill Soltau said “with the effects of the outbreak being felt more each day, our primary concern and area of focus is and has been on the health and safety of our associates, our customers and our communities”. She called the situation, “a critical unprecedented time”.
The release said the company will continue to monitor the situation and follow guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Customers can continue to shop online at www.jcp.com or through its app.