Several stores in Raleigh and Durham, including Legacy Oriental Rugs, Macy's at Triangle Town Center, and Loft at The Streets at Southpoint, are closing due to reasons such as lease non-renewals and business restructuring, with last days for shopping approaching.
A Black- and women-owned plant nursery in Southeast Portland, Birds & Bees Nursery, is closing after 14 years due to financial difficulties exacerbated by recent challenging years, with owners seeking community support to sell remaining inventory and settle debts.
Two restaurant chains, Blaze Pizza and Rusty Taco, have closed all their locations in New Mexico, while local restaurant Tap and Taco plans to open a new location in northeast Albuquerque, indicating a shift in the local dining scene.
Griddle 145, a beloved breakfast and lunch spot in Whitehall Township, is closing after 13.5 years as owner Taylor Eisenhard prepares to open a new restaurant, The Broken Record, in Lower Macungie Township, promising a modern American menu with international influences and continued favorites from Griddle 145.
Most major stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day 2025, but some convenience stores like CVS, Walgreens, and 7-Eleven are open, along with select restaurants such as Applebee's, Domino's, IHOP, and some McDonald's locations. Post offices and the stock market are closed, while UPS only offers limited delivery services. It's advisable to check specific store hours before visiting.
Most major U.S. retailers close or have reduced hours on Christmas Day, with some stores like Walgreens, CVS, and 7-Eleven remaining open, often with modified hours. It's advisable to check specific store hours online or by calling ahead before visiting during the holiday.
EATS, an iconic Atlanta restaurant on Ponce de Leon Ave. with a 32-year history, is closing on October 18 due to rising property taxes and water bills, with the owners expressing gratitude to the community and encouraging loyal customers to visit one last time.
After Iron Hill Brewery's sudden closure, renowned chef Peter Chang's restaurant group offers jobs to displaced staff and prepares to open Mama Chang in Colmar, continuing a local Chinese culinary tradition and providing community support.
Kilwins in Ann Arbor, a beloved 42-year-old confectionery shop, is closing permanently due to declining foot traffic, rising costs, and changes within the franchise, with owner Chera Tramontin citing economic pressures and a shift in community habits post-COVID-19 as key factors.
Brooklyn entrepreneurs are transforming traditional laundromats into hybrid community spaces that include bars, coffee shops, and social areas, turning laundry time into a social and recreational experience.
A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to support Steve Ochs, a local business owner in Dillsboro, Indiana, who is battling brain and lung cancer. The fundraiser aims to help with his medical expenses, with $1,580 raised so far towards a $5,000 goal. Steve and his wife Lavonne run Performance Machining and The Rustic Nail. Donations can be made through the "Standing With Steve: Cancer Support Fund" page.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have announced a multi-year partnership with Sheetz, making the convenience store the official jersey sponsor. The Sheetz logo will appear on the sleeve of the Pirates' jerseys starting today against the Tampa Bay Rays. The partnership will also include ballpark signage, in-game activations, and digital media content.
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.
Two more Rite Aid locations in the Pittsburgh area are set to close, adding to the list of recent closures in the region. The decision comes as part of the company's ongoing efforts to optimize its store footprint and focus on its most profitable locations.
The owner of a local outdoor shop in Bellefonte, Thomas Engle, supports the Biden administration's efforts to close the "gun show loophole" and expand background checks for firearm purchases, stating that it puts everyone "on equal footing." He emphasizes that at gun shows, people could buy and sell without licenses and insurances, while his shop conducts background checks and only sells to law-abiding citizens, stressing that background checks do not equate to registration.