Vanishing before your eyes—could your local Dairy Queen be next?
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A beloved treat, an iconic swirl, and a sudden disappearance—something unexpected is happening to a well-known ice cream chain in Texas.
With multiple locations closing and their contents up for grabs, longtime fans are left wondering: is this the beginning of the end?
For many in the Lone Star State, this news is as bitter as a Blizzard treat is sweet.
In a surprising turn of events, a Dairy Queen franchise owner has shuttered 25 locations, and now the contents of 24 of these beloved eateries are being auctioned off to the highest bidder.
Dairy Queen, a staple of American fast food and a beacon of nostalgia for many, has seen better days in Texas.
A spokesperson for Dairy Queen confirmed to USA TODAY that the closures are the result of a single franchise owner's decision.
While this may be an isolated incident, it's certainly causing ripples of concern among fans of the chain and employees alike.
The auction, which is being managed by Local Liquidators, a full-service rental liquidator, offers up everything from Blizzard machines to booths and walk-in freezers.
The only items not up for grabs are fixed installations, Coca-Cola machines, CO2 tanks, tea brewers, and IT equipment. It's a veritable feast for anyone looking to own a piece of Dairy Queen history or perhaps furnish their own restaurant venture.
Source: WFAA / Youtube.
The auction listings provide a glimpse into the scale of the liquidation, with bids for smaller locations starting at $500-$2,000, while larger locations are fetching between $2,000-$6,000.
It's a unique opportunity for buyers, but it comes with a catch: winners must remove the DQ signage and bring their own muscle and tools to haul away their spoils.
Also read: Popular Eateries Shutting Their Doors! You Won't Believe What Will Replace Red Lobster and TGI Fridays!
The clock is ticking for those interested in placing a bid, with the auction set to close just a few days after the announcement. It's a race against time for potential buyers and a somber countdown for those who cherished their local Dairy Queen.
For those wondering if their neighborhood Dairy Queen is among those affected, here's the list of locations that have been confirmed as closed.
The 25th location, not listed on the auction site but confirmed closed, is at 2421 Valwood Parkway in Farmers Branch.
Despite the closures, Texas still boasts a large number of Dairy Queen restaurants, leading the country with around 560 locations.
The chain itself has over 7,700 restaurants in more than 20 countries, all franchised except for two corporate-owned locations in Minnesota.
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Did you have a favorite treat or a special tradition at DQ? How do you feel about these closures? Let's come together as a community in the comments below!
With multiple locations closing and their contents up for grabs, longtime fans are left wondering: is this the beginning of the end?
For many in the Lone Star State, this news is as bitter as a Blizzard treat is sweet.
In a surprising turn of events, a Dairy Queen franchise owner has shuttered 25 locations, and now the contents of 24 of these beloved eateries are being auctioned off to the highest bidder.
Dairy Queen, a staple of American fast food and a beacon of nostalgia for many, has seen better days in Texas.
A single franchise owner has closed 25 Dairy Queen restaurants in Texas, with contents from most of them being auctioned online. Image source: News4JAX The Local Station / Youtube.
A spokesperson for Dairy Queen confirmed to USA TODAY that the closures are the result of a single franchise owner's decision.
While this may be an isolated incident, it's certainly causing ripples of concern among fans of the chain and employees alike.
The auction, which is being managed by Local Liquidators, a full-service rental liquidator, offers up everything from Blizzard machines to booths and walk-in freezers.
The only items not up for grabs are fixed installations, Coca-Cola machines, CO2 tanks, tea brewers, and IT equipment. It's a veritable feast for anyone looking to own a piece of Dairy Queen history or perhaps furnish their own restaurant venture.
Source: WFAA / Youtube.
The auction listings provide a glimpse into the scale of the liquidation, with bids for smaller locations starting at $500-$2,000, while larger locations are fetching between $2,000-$6,000.
It's a unique opportunity for buyers, but it comes with a catch: winners must remove the DQ signage and bring their own muscle and tools to haul away their spoils.
Also read: Popular Eateries Shutting Their Doors! You Won't Believe What Will Replace Red Lobster and TGI Fridays!
The clock is ticking for those interested in placing a bid, with the auction set to close just a few days after the announcement. It's a race against time for potential buyers and a somber countdown for those who cherished their local Dairy Queen.
For those wondering if their neighborhood Dairy Queen is among those affected, here's the list of locations that have been confirmed as closed.
Source: USA TODAY.
The 25th location, not listed on the auction site but confirmed closed, is at 2421 Valwood Parkway in Farmers Branch.
Despite the closures, Texas still boasts a large number of Dairy Queen restaurants, leading the country with around 560 locations.
The chain itself has over 7,700 restaurants in more than 20 countries, all franchised except for two corporate-owned locations in Minnesota.
Recommended for you: Is your favorite diner closing? Denny's announces shocking plan to close 150 locations!
Did you have a favorite treat or a special tradition at DQ? How do you feel about these closures? Let's come together as a community in the comments below!
