BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KERO) \u2014 The owners of a longtime Bakersfield fabric store announced they may close after four decades in business.<\/p>\n
F&M Fabrics owners say ongoing health challenges have made it increasingly difficult to continue running the business, prompting the difficult decision to close.<\/p>\n
However, the owners are actively looking for a potential buyer who could keep F&M Fabrics open under new ownership.<\/p>\n
The owners thanked customers for their support, loyalty and friendship over the past 40 years and say they will keep the community updated.<\/p>\n
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