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The Salty Otter in downtown Santa Cruz ditched its colorful AI-generated logo after months of online criticism and one-star reviews blaming the AI design. Owner Rachael Smith—who has decades of experience in graphic art and the restaurant industry—replaced the logo with a simple black-and-white text design, saying the backlash has crushed her lifelong dream and was directed at the logo rather than the food or ambience.
A longtime Bristol bike shop, Biker's Edge, abruptly closed after being acquired by Specialized Bicycle Components in 2021, ending a 54-year run and prompting sadness from customers and the Bristol mayor as the Torrington location also shut its doors.
In response to a nationwide general strike over immigration enforcement, Chicago-area small businesses are closing or donating profits to immigrant-rights nonprofits, with owners citing solidarity and community support; several notable spots—ranging from Merz Apothecary to Lakeview restaurants—are participating by closing Friday or giving proceeds to groups like the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights.
Detroit's longtime brewery staple is taking a break after 31 years, pausing operations for now.
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.