I've been told that JoAnn's is planning to move into communities where a Hancock Fabrics is closing but there isn't already a JoAnn's store. Sure enough when I checked JoAnn's website for job openings, the town where my local Hancock Fabrics is/was located is listed. Of the two I liked Hancock Fabrics better but if JoAnn's does come to town at least I'll have a source of sewing supplies where I can see and feel before purchasing (as compared to ordering online).