Beloved 49yearold familyrun grocery store shutters as Californias unpredictable economy crushes another small business

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News Summary

  • After 49 years in business, the family-run grocery chain O'Brien's Markets is calling it quits, with its two remaining Modesto stores expected to close this fall.
  • A total of 117 employees will lose their jobs, according to WARN notices filed with the state.
  • The Roseburg location might survive, thanks to a potential outside party who's interested in buying the store and keeping it running.
  • If the deal falls through, the store will shut by September 26.
  • Meanwhile, Dale Road Location will permanently close no sooner than October 4.
A California institution is preparing to shut its doors as the states famously challenging economy keeps it from competing with the likes of Walmart and Amazon.

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