<p>SHAWN GUST/Press Shopko will remain the company name following a merger with Pamida that will increase locations to nearly 350 nationwide.</p>
January 5, 2012
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January 5, 2012 8:15 p.m.
Shopko, Pamida to merge
Combined $3 billion company will have nearly 350 stores
COEUR d'ALENE - Two of the nation's leading Midwest-based general merchandise retail chains, Shopko Stores and Pamida, announced Wednesday they will merge to create one of the largest U.S. retailers focused on serving smaller and rural communities.