'Funky' Stores Mix Up: Funky Munky Not Closing

owner Jodi Galle was surprised when in recent weeks customers started inquiring about her store's closing. 

Galle said , which has been in the same location at  for the past nine years, has no plans to close or move its business elsewhere. 

After 10 to 20 people inquired about the closing, Galle realized where the confusion might lie when she found an  about . 

The article was about Funky Things’ announcement from earlier this month that it would close its physical store to begin selling its merchandise on eBay. 

Galle believes customers have confused the news over Funky Things with . And she said she thinks the perception that was closing, which it is not, has had an effect on her business.

She said some who have come in told her that they hadn't stopped by earlier because they thought she was no longer in business. 

"That is the one thing that is really disappointing," Galle said. 

Galle wants everyone to know business is strong, they have new merchandise in for the fall and has no plans to move. 

"We are still here," Galle said. "We want to be a part of Lake in the Hills and McHenry County." 

sells unique clothing and accessories for infant to adults. Its band T-shirts are popular as are its scarves and hats.