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Restaurant and Retail update in North Augusta

The #1 item on the wish list for North Augustans has been more restaurants. It’s about to come true later this year. ABDs learned that at least three new eateries have signed on to be part of the new Beacon Bluff’s development adjacent to North Augusta’s Municipal Building. “Melty,” a national franchise features cheesy melt sandwiches like grilled cheese, burgers, French dip, Ham and Swiss, and much more. Visit www.lovemelty.com to see the full menu of items coming to North Augusta. Beacon Bluff’s management team was not able to name

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Neil Gordon March 26, 2024 No Comments
Consumer Stories

State of GA/SC Retail

The National Retail Federation is out with its 4th annual State of Retail and the Consumer, essentially the industry trade organization’s State of the Union report. ABD attended NRF’s March 20 Zoom event, led by Matthew Shay, President and CEO. NRF predicts retail sales will increase between 2.5% and 3.5% in 2024. That represents an economic impact between $5.23 trillion and $5.28 trillion. “The resiliency of consumers continues to power the American economy, and we are confident there will be moderate but steady growth through the end of the year,”

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Dana Lynn McIntyre March 24, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

Major retailer coming to North Augusta

A former grocery store in North Augusta will become a third location in the Aiken-Augusta area for a major national retail business. Hobby Lobby has signed a lease to move into the former BI-LO on Edgefield Road. It is in the Edgewood Square Shopping Center at 101 Edgewood Drive. BI-LO closed the store in 2019. The space briefly was home to the OTB Bargain Outlet. The location is halfway between at least five grocery stores on Edgefield Road from Walnut Lane to E. Martintown Road, making finding a new tenant

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Dana Lynn McIntyre March 12, 2024 No Comments
Closings

Iconic retailer with an Augusta location announces store closings

Macy’s, which has an anchor store in the Augusta Mall, has announced massive store closings, including 50 by the end of this year and another 100 underperforming stores to close by the end of 2026. Although the full list of store closings has not been released, in an official statement requested by ABD, Macy’s corporate communications confirmed Macy’s Augusta Mall will remain open. “Our new strategy is designed to return Macy’s, Inc. to profitable growth and enhance the customer experience,” the statement explained. “We intend to close approximately 150 Macy’s

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Dana Lynn McIntyre February 28, 2024 No Comments
Awards/Celebrations

7 Brew Coffee celebrates 7 years with special offers

The drive-thru coffee concept with two Augusta locations started their birthday celebration on Valentine’s Day, because who doesn’t love coffee? Yet another reason to celebrate, 7 Brew is quickly approaching its 200th location, doubling its presence nationwide since June 2023. “The explosive growth we’ve seen since our founding shows that cultivating kindness and offering a stellar product can bring a brand to the next level,” said CeCe LaBorde, president of 7 Brew corporate locations. “We wanted to take this birthday to celebrate our customers who have embraced 7 Brew wholeheartedly.” You can

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Staff Report February 15, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

Super spending anticipated for Valentine’s Day

The National Retail Federation (NRF) has released its prediction for how much consumers will spend on their beloved for Valentine’s Day and the outlook is rosy. A news release from NRF said total spending on significant others is expected to reach a record $14.2 billion this year. That’s according to an annual survey by NRF and Prosper Insights & Analytics. “Retailers are ready to help customers this Valentine’s Day with meaningful and memorable gifts,” NRF President and CEO, Matthew Shay said in the release. “With consumers prioritizing their spouse or

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Dana Lynn McIntyre February 7, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

Downtown stores host “Shopping for Scholars” tomorrow

“Shop till you drop” will take on a new meaning on Saturday, January 27, when several downtown stores partner with Westabou Montessori to raise money for the school’s scholarship fund. Many of Westabou’s 100 students receive financial aid and participating stores will contribute to the fund. Here is how it works: Shoppers can participate throughout the day, with a kickoff and live music at 1:00 pm at Humanitree House located at 305 8th St.  Between the hours of 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm, shoppers can purchase a reusable shopping bag at

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Staff Report January 25, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

A twist on Sunday bar openings?

Augusta bar owners were vocal in their displeasure with what Sunday they can be open this year, and commissioners listened. Meeting in a special session on Monday, commissioners re-visited their decision last year to designate Super Bowl Sunday as the day. It followed complaints last week from bar owners unhappy they had to stay closed on New Year’s Eve. By choosing Super Bowl Sunday, bar owners were not permitted to open for New Year’s Eve, and owners said it hurt them financially. Adrian Estrada, owner of The Loft, a nightclub

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Dana Lynn McIntyre January 8, 2024 No Comments
B2B Stories

Pickup meal market opens in the CSRA

The tree-lined street is quaint, filled with houses built in the 1930’s and 40’s. The neighborhood has been repurposed and now, businesses line the streets of West Avenue in North Augusta, including a realtor’s office, a staffing agency, a hair salon, and a boutique. They support each other, including their newest neighbor, West Avenue Market. “From opening in late October until now, our customers have been great. They love the concept of coming in and picking up a freshly cooked meal and the convenience of taking it home and popping

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Mitzi Oxford December 17, 2023 No Comments
B2B Stories

Broad Street is smokin’ with development

The off-market sale of a historic mixed-use building at 1246 Broad Street in Downtown Augusta has been announced. The property, home to upscale retailer Fireside on the ground floor and residential tenants upstairs, was purchased by an investment group represented by Meybohm Commercial. Downtown Augusta is currently experiencing a wave of new developments, including The Standard on Greene Street and the Lamar Building. These projects, along with upcoming streetscape improvements and the recently announced funding for a new James Brown Arena, are expected to increase foot traffic and make downtown living

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mitzi-oxford December 11, 2023 No Comments
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