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10 closures in Macon last year

Stories by Macon Telegraph journalists, with AI summarization

Despite loyal customers, Macon's business scene has seen closures in recent years. Here are 10 from 2024.

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories below were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.

Nature’s Table is now open at 781 Spring St., Suite 104, in the retail space below the Lofts at Navicent in Macon. By Becky Purser

NO. 1: SANDWICH & SMOOTHIE SHOP OPENED IN 2023, BUT IS NOW CLOSED IN MACON. HERE’S WHY

The restaurant was the runner up in our “Best Restaurant of 2023” bracket. | Published January 23, 2024 | Read Full Story by Chelsea Madden

Glory Days Grill in Macon on Arkwright Road. By Jenna Eason

NO. 2: SPORTS-THEMED GRILL & BAR IN MACON CLOSES SUDDENLY JUST BEFORE THE SUPER BOWL. WHAT WE KNOW

The news of the restaurant’s closure, which came on social media, “was not made lightly.” | Published February 8, 2024 | Read Full Story by Chelsea Madden

Frankie’s Boutique in downtown Macon will be closing its doors in late June and is offering 30% off the entire store.

NO. 3: DOWNTOWN MACON BOUTIQUE IS CLOSINGS ITS DOORS SOON, OFFERING DISCOUNTS TO CUSTOMERS

The business shared a heartfelt messages to the community on social media. | Published May 31, 2024 | Read Full Story by Jessica Payne

Moore’s Furniture Outlet sits off of Riverside Drive on Thursday, June 13, 2024, in Macon, Georgia. By Katie Tucker/The Telegraph

NO. 4: MACON FAMILY BUSINESS SINCE 1984 IS GOING OUT OF BUSINESS. PLANS TO SELL BUILDING

A furniture store opening under a new name may be taking its place. | Published June 14, 2024 | Read Full Story by Jessica Payne

Hooters in Macon, Georgia is now closed. Here’s what else we know.

NO. 5: MACON’S ONLY HOOTERS CLOSES ITS DOORS. ‘PLEASE TRUST THAT WE DID EVERYTHING WE COULD’

In a letter to the employees, the establishment said the last day of operation was June 23, the same day employees were notified. | Published June 25, 2024 | Read Full Story by Chelsea Madden

This longtime family-owned-and-operated Warner Robins restaurant closes its doors.

NO. 6: GOODBYE GORILLA BURGERS. LONGTIME MIKE’S HOT DOGS & HAMBURGERS CLOSES IN WARNER ROBINS

The spot was known for its huge burgers, loaded hot dogs and quirky interior with french-fry eating monster models like Godzilla rival King Ghidorah. | Published June 27, 2024 | Read Full Story by Becky Purser

Oh Honey Baking Co. sits off of Ingleside Avenue on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in Macon, Georgia. By Katie Tucker

NO. 7: ‘HEAVY HEART.’ MACON BAKERY ANNOUNCES IT’S CLOSING IMMEDIATELY, TWO YEARS AFTER OPENING

Hundreds have reacted to the news on social media, surprised the business is closing. | Published July 2, 2024 | Read Full Story by Jessica Payne

A fresh seafood spot in Little River, SC announced they’ll be closing their doors for good.

NO. 8: ‘ALL INVENTORY MUST GO.’ BELOVED MACON FORMAL WEAR SHOP CLOSING AFTER SIX DECADES

The owners on social media thanked the community for its support and loyalty over the years. | Published July 19, 2024 | Read Full Story by Jessica Payne

American Freight is closing all stores nationwide. What to know.

NO. 9: FURNITURE RETAILER CLOSING 15 GEORGIA STORES AND ALL OTHERS NATIONWIDE. WHAT TO KNOW

The Ohio-based furniture store is closing all locations nationwide, but is currently offering hefty discounts. Here’s what to know about its Georgia locations. | Published November 13, 2024 | Read Full Story by Chelsea Madden

Richard Cortes, owner and founder of Cortes Jewelers, stands inside his store. Cortes Jewelers is set to close as Cortes retires.

NO. 10: MACON FAMILY JEWELRY STORE CORTES JEWELERS CLOSES AFTER MORE THAN 40 YEARS IN BUSINESS.

“It’s bittersweet, but I’m ready,” said Richard Cortes, owner and founder of Cortes Jewelers. | Published November 13, 2024 | Read Full Story by Lucinda Warnke

This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists in our News division.