Kmart’s “Blue Light Special” – Boy, do I remember those days
Kmart’s Evolution: From Kresge to Blue Light Special Founded in 1899 by Sebastian Spurling Kresge, Kmart traces its roots to the S.S Kresge Company. Kresge, initially partnered with John McCrory, eventually became the sole owner, expanding his stores across eight cities between Chicago and Pittsburgh. The 1960s marked a turning point when retail pioneer Harry…