Klavon's Pizzeria and Pub closes original location in Rives Junction

Klavon's Pizzeria and Pub in Rives Junction is closing after more than a decade.

"After 13 years of making pizza at the original Klavon’s in Northwest we have decided to permanently close the Rives Junction location effective January 6," the pizzeria said in a statement on Facebook.

The owner, Justin Klavon, said the reason is the cost of continuing its lease outweighs the opportunities for future growth.

Klavon said the business will continue from its two other locations in Jackson and Mason.

"Please know that the goal is to retain as many of our Rives Junction employees as possible, should they choose to work at one of the other Klavon’s locations," Klavon said.