MAJOR Fast Food Chain Announces HUGE Closures All Over California & Utah!

Attention, burger lovers—brace yourselves! One of America’s favorite fast-food chains is gearing up to close a significant number of locations by the end of 2024. A whopping 140 restaurants across the country are set to shut their doors, leaving loyal fans wondering if their local spot is on the chopping block. So, who’s behind this major shake-up? McDonald’s? Taco Bell? Chick-fil-A? Think again!

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It’s Wendy’s!
That’s right—Wendy’s is scaling back, with plans to close 140 underperforming locations nationwide. While this might seem small compared to their vast network of over 6,000 U.S. restaurants, fans in Utah, California, and Nevada have every reason to feel uneasy. Across these states, there are over 400 Wendy’s locations—86 in Utah, 298 in California, and 46 in Nevada—which means some of your favorite spots might not make the cut.

How Are Locations Chosen for Closure?
The deciding factor comes down to performance. Wendy’s is targeting locations that bring in less than $1.1 million annually—about half the average sales of their restaurants nationwide. So, if your local Wendy’s always seems quiet, it could be at risk.

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What Does This Mean for Utah, California, and Nevada?
Here’s what fans in these states could face:

Utah: With 86 locations statewide, cities like Salt Lake and St. George may see closures.
California: Home to 298 Wendy’s, the Golden State might lose several less-busy spots.
Nevada: With 46 locations, fans may have fewer closures to worry about, but low-performing stores aren’t safe.

Get Your Frosties While You Can!
If you’re in Utah, California, or Nevada, now’s the time to savor those Frosties and fries. Until Wendy’s releases the official list, fans can only hope their go-to spot survives this fast-food shake-up.

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