KFC closes several stores in Illinois, Galesburg, Macomb remain open

KFC restaurants across central Illinois closed Monday, but stores in Galesburg and Macomb remain open.

KFC's media contact confirmed Tuesday that while some restaurants Illinois closed suddenly on Monday, not all KFC locations in the state have been closed.

KFC stores at 615 E. Jackson St., in Macomb, and 1017 N. Henderson St. and 1612 E. Main St., in Galesburg, are open.

Five KFC restaurants in the Peoria area have closed along with others in the Rockford area.

The following message was posted on the doors of those businesses.

"We wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your loyal support over the years. It is with mixed emotions that we announce the closure of our store. We understand the news may come as a surprise, but we feel it is the right decision for us at this time.

"We want to thank each and every one of you for your continued patience and understanding during this transition period.

"Your support has meant the world to us, and we are truly grateful for all the memories we have shared with you."

KFC's media contact released the following message.

"The decision to close a restaurant is always difficult for both the franchisee and the brand. We appreciate the patronage of our loyal guests."

It's not clear if the stores will reopen or when. Questions about future plans for the closed stores were not answered.

This article originally appeared on Rockford Register Star: KFC closes several stores in Illinois, Galesburg, Macomb remain open