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These GA Stores Among More Than 1,400 In US Expected To Close In 2026
Retail, grocery and restaurant chains are closing hundreds of locations in 2026 to shed underperforming stores. What does it mean in GA?

Retail, grocery and restaurant chains are closing hundreds of locations in 2026 to shed underperforming stores. What does it mean in GA?

Nearly 47 million pounds of food are affected by the ongoing recall of products sold at GA stores, including Trader Joe's and Kroger.
From a fire station turned eatery to a chocolate treat, Patch has details on restaurants that have opened or are expanding in metro Atlanta.
A Popeyes franchisee, which was in $129 million in debt with its main lender and is shuttering Southeast eateries, closed eight in Georgia.
Crude oil prices have surged since the combined U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran began, causing gas prices in Georgia to also spike.
GA has seen nearly 2,800 layoffs announced in 2026, with 1,971 in February. The U.S. lost 92,000 jobs in February, federal officials say.
Elon Musk, with an $839 billion net worth, is the richest person in the world. See who's among the wealthiest in Georgia.
To qualify for the award, GA hospitals must meet strict quality standards and show strong performance on most of those safety measures.
It's part of the largest dividend in company history, State Farm said.
Nearly 37 million pounds of fried rice, ramen and dumplings were part of the recall, including a freezer-aisle favorite from Trader Joe's.
The chain said it also plans to lay off 7 percent of its corporate workforce as it aims to turn around declining sales. See GA impacts.
A fast food giant with GA sites that closed a slew of restaurants in 2024 is about to close hundreds more, the eatery recently announced.
The best sandwich shop in Georgia serves banh mi, along with other local favorites.
More than 1,000 hotels in Georgia are recognized for their excellence in hospitality, including 20 that offer luxurious amenities.
A town's volunteerism and local civic organizations makes it one of the most neighborly cities in the U.S., a Redfin report says.
Multiple restaurants in Georgia still have reservation openings for the ultimate day for love, Valentine's Day. See list.
Patch has compiled details of new restaurants that have opened in metro Atlanta.
A well-known restaurant chain, with 153 Georgia locations, will soon shutter hundreds of sites nationally.
A restaurant chain inspired by Caribbean flavors will close or rebrand all 28 of its locations across the U.S., including in Georgia.
Yelp's ranking, featuring three Georgia restaurants, showcases the highest-reviewed restaurants by its users, according to the site.
Atlanta's UPS is continuing to cut ties with Amazon and will terminate up to 30,000 positions this year, they said on an earnings call.
The “Yelp’s Top 100 US Restaurants 2026" list features comfort food, seafood and more in Georgia.
Sometimes known as the “Oscars of food,” the James Beard Awards recognize eateries and chefs who create exceptional food.
Atlanta-based Chick-Fil-A is offering a year's worth of free food in honor of its 80th anniversary. Here's how you could win.
For the best doughnut in the state, you’ll want to head to this shop in Atlanta. That’s according to the digital food site TastingTable.
It's game over for hundreds of stores for a major gaming retailer and a department chain with Georgia locations.
The multibillion-dollar business employs 260,000 employees and is in the top 10 among the nation's best private companies.
The multibillion-dollar business employs 50,000 employees and is in the top 10 among the nation's best private companies.
Fried birthday cake, vegan ice cream and barbecue shrimp were on the menus of new restaurants, while other eateries bid farewell in 2025.
E-commerce competition is a large contributor to store closures in Georgia and across the U.S. in 2025, experts say.
Popular retailers, like Saks Off 5th and Dick's Sporting Goods, are planning to shutters stores. Here's what it could mean for GA.
Inspectors awarded 7,000 global hotels a Michelin key rating, including seven in Georgia.
Wanting to get last-minute ingredients for your holiday dinner? See when your local grocery store could be open.
Patch has compiled details of new restaurants that will open in 2026 in Georgia, including one set to dish out Japanese cuisine.
From seafood to BBQ to burgers, GA's award-winning cuisine has been recognized nationally. Here are some of the state's best restaurants.
It's a good idea to make holiday reservations now. Several Georgia restaurants will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Opening more than 30 new restaurants in Florida will be a first for Sally's Apizza. The famed pizzeria was founded in CT 90 years ago.
Opening more than a dozen new restaurants in Georgia will be a first for Sally's Apizza. The famed pizzeria was founded in CT 90 years ago.
The expansion of the chicken finger franchise will bring the Raising Cane's total to 12 restaurants in Georgia.
The chairman of two popular Georgia restaurants will be honored for his lifetime work as a leader in the culinary world.