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			 To better support our associates, serve our 
			customers and slow the spread of COVID-19, Stage Stores and our 
			family of brands (Gordmans, Bealls, Goodys, Palais Royal, Peebles, 
			and Stage) have adjusted our store operating hours. Until further 
			notice, our reduced store hours are as follows: 
 Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
 Sunday Noon to 6 p.m.
 
 Additionally, in compliance with local government orders to shut 
			down all non-essential businesses, as well as other location-based 
			factors, select stores are temporarily closed and will not re-open 
			until circumstances improve.
 
 Our new store openings continued as planned March 17, however new 
			store openings planned for March 31 have been postponed. Events 
			planned in conjunction with store openings, such as ribbon cutting 
			ceremonies, have been cancelled.
 
			 
			In addition to our new store hours, we are taking the following 
			actions to help keep our guests and associates healthy: 
			Increasing the frequency of store cleanings, paying 
			special attention to frequently touched objects and surfaces such as 
			register counters, shopping carts, door handles, restrooms, etc.; 
			Reminding our associates of their training on illness 
			prevention; 
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            Advising all employees to stay home if they are not 
			feeling well, or if circumstances might advise them to do so, to 
			seek medical attention if they have symptoms. 
 We also encourage our guests everywhere to take the extra 
			precautions necessary to safeguard their health and the health of 
			others. We will continue to monitor the situation closely, and work 
			with public health authorities as required. We will keep you 
			informed if our approach changes and will continue to post updates 
			on stage.com and gordmans.com. We look forward to serving guests in 
			our stores.
 
 ABOUT STAGE STORES
 Stage Stores, Inc. is a leading retailer of trend-right, name-brand 
			values for apparel, accessories, cosmetics, footwear and home goods. 
			In 2020, Stage (NYSE:SSI) is converting many of its department 
			stores (BEALLS, GOODY’S, PALAIS ROYAL, PEEBLES AND STAGE) to 
			Gordmans. For more information, visit gordmans.com and stage.com.
 
            [Juli OberlanderMedia Liaison for Stage and Gordmans]
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