We have three WalMarts here and only one carries a very SMALL selection of fabrics. It used to have a complete department of sewing until a couple years ago when the management decided they didn't need it.
The local women pitched a fit but it did not do much good.
As far JoAnns raising raising their prices, that is one of our concerns. The other problem it presents is that it will put several people out of work in an area that is already stressed enough and makes it even harder for me to find a job, as mine up and closed overnight back in April.
Elaine