Weeks after announcing its coming to town, Bass Pro Shops is already reshaping the retail future at Eastview Mall, according to WHAM.
The store will take over the long-empty Lord & Taylor space and is expected to open by late 2026—just in time for the holiday rush. Town officials say it’ll bring around 130 full-time jobs and could spark new lease activity across the mall.
With crowds expected, local law enforcement is already preparing. A site visit from the project’s construction manager is set for this week as plans move forward.

