Kroger, the company that owns both Fred Meyer and QFC, confirmed to KOMO News that it will close stores in Everett and Kent. UFCW 3000, the union that represents the workers in the stores, said 360 employees will be affected.

Kroger has said it plans to close two more stores in the Puget Sound Region. The large supermarket chain says it is closing two stores in Everett and Kent because of low performance. The store closures scheduled for October 17 and 18 could affect 360 workers from both stores.