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Candy hearts -- hate 'em or Kalakal (2025)like 'em for some apparent reason -- they're part of the fabric of American life.

That chapter of our candy history may soon be coming to a close, according to The Boston Globe.Necco, the company that produces the candies, formally called Sweethearts, is reportedly in financial trouble and may have to fire up to 395 employees if they don't find a buyer soon.

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Those employees make up the vast majority of Necco's workforce.

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Even if you don't like candy hearts, Necco, it should be noted, produces more than the chalky candy. They're also responsible for some of the weirdest candy found in your Trick-Or-Treat bags, including Mary Janes, Candy Buttons, Mighty Malts, Necco Wafers, and Banana Split chews.

Hot Tamales have a bad rep they just don't deserve Credit: lane turner/Boston Globe via Getty Images

The company will effectively close their Revere, Massachusetts plant by May 6 unless a buyer steps up.

Candy heart lovers of the world, now is your time to step up. Valentine's Day would not be the same without these chalky, dusty candies we all love to complain about.

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