Two Lexington Starbucks locations closing, employees say

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - Two Starbucks locations in Lexington will close, according to employees at the stores.

The company announced that it planned to close 250 stores across North America later this week, citing financial reasons.

Starbucks Chief Operating Officer Mike Grams said the targeted locations also can’t provide the kind of experience the company wants for customers and employees.

Employees at the locations on Hat Trick Way and Sharkey Way said on Thursday, Sept. 24, they were notified the stores were closing.

This story is developing and will be updated as information becomes available.