After 26 years, Big City Diner's original location in Kaimuki, Honolulu, has closed its doors due to challenges like inflation, labor shortages, and lingering pandemic effects. The beloved local eatery, known for its comfort food and family atmosphere, was a community staple. Despite efforts to sustain operations, economic pressures proved insurmountable, marking the end of an era for the Kaimuki landmark.
Wooden Robot Brewery in Charlotte, N.C., has been cited with a serious OSHA violation and fined $2,000 following the death of co-founder Dan Wade, who fell through a skylight in February. The brewery must pay the fine, request an informal conference, or contest the violation within 15 days.
Wooden Robot Brewery in Charlotte was fined $2,000 by the North Carolina Department of Labor for not securing a hole that led to the accidental death of co-founder Dan Wade in February. The citation noted that the brewery failed to protect employees from fall hazards, which could have been prevented with proper safety measures.
RH Palo Alto, a new 55,000-square-foot gallery and rooftop restaurant, will open Friday at Stanford Shopping Center, replacing the longtime RH store on University Avenue. The three-floor space combines retail, design, and dining, featuring a first-floor gallery, a second-floor design studio, and a third-floor restaurant with views of the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Circle K is offering a 40-cent discount per gallon of gas at select locations on Thursday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. in celebration of Circle K Fuel Day. Additionally, 10% of the proceeds will be donated to Children of Fallen Patriots, a nonprofit providing college scholarships to military children who lost their parents in the line of duty.
Hy-Vee is closing its Cedar Rapids store on June 23, creating a "food desert" in the area. To ease the transition, the company will offer a free shuttle service to another Hy-Vee location, free grocery delivery within a mile of the store, and free pharmacy delivery. They will also support a mobile food pantry in partnership with HACAP. Community members, including Cedar Rapids Mayor Tiffany O'Donnell, have expressed concerns and are seeking long-term solutions to ensure the space continues to serve the community.
A San Francisco business owner has started a hunger strike to protest the negative impact of a new protected bike lane on Valencia Street, claiming that it has led to a loss of business due to reduced parking. The bike lane is part of a pilot project to protect cyclists, but the owner argues that it has caused closures of several businesses in the area. While some bicyclists support the lanes, the business owner is calling for the city to remove the bike lane and work on a better solution. The city's transportation agency has stated that it is collaborating with businesses to find solutions that benefit both businesses and bicyclists.
San Francisco restaurant owner, Eiad Eltawil, is on a 30-day hunger strike to protest a new bike lane on Valencia Street, which he claims is driving away businesses. The controversial bike lane, completed eight months ago, has led to the closure of a dozen businesses. Eltawil and other business owners have filed claims against the city, demanding the immediate removal of the bike lane and compensation for losses. Despite the city's aim to improve bicycle safety, the bike lane has reportedly led to more accidents, and local merchants are calling for its removal.
A six-month trial of a new bike lane on San Francisco's Valencia Street has sparked controversy, with some business owners, including Eiad Eltawil, going on a hunger strike to protest the lane's impact on their businesses. They argue that the bike lane has led to a loss of parking spaces and increased financial burdens. While the city's Municipal Transportation Agency views the lane as a work in progress, the situation has caused division among cyclists and business owners, with concerns raised about the lane's effect on businesses and the need for ongoing collaboration to find solutions that benefit both businesses and bicyclists.
Crews are preparing to remove the back portion of the Barboursville Target building following a massive slip on the hillside, with officials yet to confirm the start date. The slipping ground caused significant damage to the building, prompting voluntary evacuation notices for residents of three nearby homes. Target has offered to cover their relocating costs, while other businesses in the plaza remain open. Shoppers express disappointment at the prospect of a prolonged closure, with engineers and experts assessing the damage as utility crews monitor the sewer system.
The Target store in Barboursville, WV is facing structural damage and evacuation after a road collapse caused by a hill slip and continual settling. The issue has been ongoing for years, with a similar problem occurring in the same spot over two decades ago. Other stores in the shopping center remain open, but three nearby homes have received voluntary evacuation notices.
Business owners in Kansas City's Crossroads District are vowing to fight the Royals' plans to build a new stadium in the area, as it would require the demolition of several occupied buildings. Concerns about livelihoods and lack of communication from the team have been raised, with worries about the impact on local businesses and non-profits. While some hope the stadium will bring attention and opportunities, others are seeking answers and fair treatment from the Royals. Meetings are planned to address the situation.
