Pittsburg’s only movie theater has permanently closed, leaving residents without a local option to watch films on the big screen as summer approaches. AMC Classic Pittsburg 8 shut its doors for the final time on Sunday, May 31, according to a statement from AMC Theatres. The closure came as a surprise to many regular customers who had no advance warning. AMC Theatres confirmed the closure in a statement to KOAM, saying the company “routinely reviews the theatres in our circuit and makes decisions based on what will strengthen the company going forward.” The sudden closure has left longtime patrons confused and disappointed. Budde said she doesn’t understand why the theater closed when it appeared to have steady business.
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