Nine area Dairy Queen locations are closed until further notice, according to signage posted on doors. These spots opened between 2013 and 2016.

"It is with deep regret that we have discontinued operating our Dairy Queen restaurants," reads the notice posted by franchisee Lickety Split Food Services. "Nothing gave us greater joy than to serve you DQ's amazing treats and eats. Thank you for the wonderful season we shared."

Locations affected by the closures include:

• 455 Keller Parkway, Keller
• 8620 N. Beach St., Fort Worth
• 1500 N. US 377, Roanoke

The six other closed restaurants are in Grand Prairie, Euless, Hurst and different parts of Fort Worth. www.dairyqueen.com/us-en/locator