
VELVA, N.D. (KFGO KVRR) – The Hershey Company has announced plans to close the original Dot’s Pretzel factory in Velva.
The company says due to the small size and physical limitations of the building and costs associated with the plant, it had to make the “hard decision” to cease operations and close the facility.
Hershey says the plant’s 27 employees will be offered the option of relocating, and those who don’t relocate will be offered a severance package which includes a lump sum payment, subsidized healthcare benefits, and outplacement assistance.
Hershey purchased Dot’s Pretzels in November, 2021 for $1.2 billion. Dot’s was originally a homemade snack that Dot Henke shared with family, friends and neighbors.
The plant closes Oct. 27.
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