Clousure

Beloved smashburger‑and‑dumpling spot leaves a tasty legacy and a few misty eyes Great Neck’s culinary scene lost a standout on July 15, when Kai Burgers & Dumplings flipped its last patty. The cozy, pub‑style eatery earned rave reviews—landing on Newsday’s “best things we ate” list in 2023—yet owner Lei “Denny” Gao says the numbers, and life’s demands, finally caught up. Why Kai … Read more

Low attendance and rising costs push beloved family venue toward an August farewell, leaving thrill seekers across South Texas counting down their final rides. ZDT’s Amusement Park, the pocket‑sized playground east of San Antonio, will switch off its lights for good on Aug. 17 after 18 seasons of go‑karts, water slides and its headline‑grabbing wooden shuttle … Read more

The Valley’s beloved $3 second‑run cinema bows out, leaving moviegoers searching for new cheap seats. The final reel has rolled at UA Clovis Movies 8, the no‑frills eight‑screen complex at Shaw and Villa avenues that served generations of film fans since 1985. Its quiet closure last month ends the Fresno‑Clovis area’s era of second‑run “cheapo” theaters—and, for many, a … Read more

The Joneses blame steep franchise fees and low margins for the rapid shutdown, leaving diners and would‑be franchisees asking hard questions. Crave Hot Dogs BBQ and Beer has pulled the plug on its Rolling Acres Plaza restaurant in The Villages barely eight months after firing up its smokers last October. Owners Amanda and Philip Jones say mounting start‑up costs and razor‑thin profits made … Read more

The Lewis Army Museum, located at Joint Base Lewis-McChord near DuPont, Washington, is facing the very real threat of closure. This historic museum, dedicated to preserving the experiences of soldiers from the Pacific Northwest, may soon be lost, sparking an outcry among the local community and museum supporters. The U.S. Army recently announced plans to … Read more

Over Yonder Brewing, a beloved local brewery near the Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Golden, Colorado, has announced that it will be closing its doors on July 20. Since its opening in 2019, the brewery has gained popularity for its variety of craft beers, its bluegrass music events, and its dog-friendly space. Now, after much consideration, … Read more

Antonio’s Pizzeria, a beloved staple of Westerville, Ohio, will close its doors for good later this week. The decision comes after more than 20 years in business, following what owner Rita Vaccari Pavuk described as “irreconcilable differences” with the landlord. The pizzeria will shut down after service on July 19. Antonio’s Pizzeria has been a … Read more

The closure of these parks will affect leisure options in major urban and suburban areas Six Flags Entertainment Corporation has confirmed the permanent closure of two historic amusement parks in the United States. Six Flags America and Hurricane Harbor, both located in Bowie, Maryland, will cease operations at the end of the 2025 season. Additionally, … Read more

Visitors to Magic Kingdom are facing reality after the closure of three beloved Frontierland attractions on July 7 so that Disney can carry out its largest expansion to date, a theme park inspired by national parks called Piston Peak. Frontierland’s Rivers of America, Tom Sawyer Island and the Liberty Square Riverboat have delighted guests for five decades. Now … Read more

Heavy immigration enforcement has turned once‑bustling commercial strips into near‑silent streets, severely battering immigrant‑run businesses and their workers. Santee Alley—the bargain‑hunter’s hub of the downtown fashion district—should be shoulder‑to‑shoulder in July. Instead, metal shutters already rattle as vendors close early. Community leaders blame a surge of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations that have driven … Read more

The four‑decade staple joins a shrinking roster of mom‑and‑pop shops fighting to stay in Washington’s historic Chinatown. Full Kee, the Cantonese eatery whose steaming bowls have warmed Washingtonians since the mid‑1980s, must vacate its H Street home after receiving a July 1 notice from its landlord. The decision paves the way for a luxury commercial project—and leaves … Read more

Fans may breathe a little easier, but the battered New York chicken‑finger chain still faces a steep climb back to stability. Sticky’s Finger Joint, the once‑buzzy fried‑chicken upstart with cult‑favorite sauces, has secured tentative court approval to sell its assets for $2 million and keep operating under Chapter 11 protection. The ruling, handed down by a Delaware bankruptcy judge … Read more

Co‑owner cites mounting pressures as the Strand district mainstay plans a final weekend blow‑out to pay staff and say goodbye. Stuttgarden Tavern—a three‑story German‑style beer hall that became a ritual stop for island visitors—will close its doors after service on Sunday, July 6. Co‑owner John Mortensen announced the decision Thursday in a Facebook video, telling fans the … Read more

A once‑shining name in the clothing‑rental boom is shutting its doors for good. CaaStle, the New York–based “closet as a service” platform, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and will liquidate its remaining assets after months of turmoil and a headline‑grabbing fraud scandal. CaaStle’s petition, lodged in U.S. Bankruptcy Court on June 27, lists just $10 million to $50 million … Read more

Merger economics and an expiring land lease put Northern California’s only major thrill‑park on the brink. Six Flags fans in the Bay Area got a jolt this week: top company executives signaled that California’s Great America in Santa Clara could operate for just two more summers, closing after the 2027 season unless a costly lease … Read more

California’s Great America may shut its gates after the 2027 season Six Flags hints at a ticking lease clock while Bay Area favorite still lines up summer fun California’s Great America has thrilled Northern California families for nearly half a century, but the ride appears to be approaching its final lap. During a June investors‑day Q&A, … Read more

Beloved Tremont bar offers discounts, DJs and a fresh start for the space. After more than a quarter‑century in Cleveland’s Tremont neighborhood, Lava Lounge will pour its final round this weekend. Owners Ricardo Sandoval and Jack Anfang are saying goodbye with a two‑night celebration that mixes bargain bites, cheap drinks and a dash of nostalgia … Read more

Beloved South Jersey steakhouse announces a June 30–Sept 18 hiatus, promises September 19 comeback. The Pub, the 74‑year‑old Tudor‑style steakhouse on Kaighn Avenue, will again pause service for the warm months, keeping its charcoal hearth dark from June 30 through September 18 before firing back up on Friday, September 19. Regulars who count on its towering prime rib platters will have … Read more

United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) will close its North Whitehall Township distribution center this summer, a move that triggers a cascade of layoffs affecting hundreds of Pennsylvania workers. The Rhode‑Island‑based wholesaler has filed a federal WARN notice confirming the 4255 E. Independence Drive facility will wind down between Aug. 12 and Oct. 18, with 717 employees — including 172 truck … Read more