Bath and Body Works has officially closed shop at Columbus Place.
No worries though, the smell-good chain will reopen May 3 at its new location just down the road at 1496 Old Aberdeen Way. For those looking for candles, lotions and fragrances, get excited. The new signage is up and opening day is right around the corner.
Also in Columbus, we have a new hair salon open.
Sandra Meza opened Fades and Cuts at 2310 Hwy. 45 on Saturday. Meza said the hair salon specializes in skin fades and buzz cuts. She is currently offering grand opening haircuts for just $13 through the end of the month. Meza, along with her husband Gilbert Monson, just moved to town about seven months ago and are looking forward to serving the community.
“We have barber shops in New Jersey and just moved here and decided to open up shop,” Meza said. “… Walk-ins are welcome. Everyone is welcome: kids, ladies and men.”
Over in East Columbus, The Jug Fine Wine and Spirits, 706 Alabama St., has a new owner. Jason Sims posted on Facebook after 18 years of ownership, he decided to sell The Jug and focus on other business ventures.
Sims did not disclose who the owners are but said The Jug will continue to operate.
Moving on, the Family Dollar on Main Street is officially closed. Broker Philip Holman with the Mattiace Company is representing Family Dollar to find a new tenant to sublease the building. The free-standing building is about 8,100 square feet and offers an open concept floor plan, warehouse, small office and restroom.
Holman said there are five years remaining on the lease and is an ideal spot for a new retailer. Interested parties can reach out to Holman at (601) 352-1818.
One of the most popular annual events is coming to Columbus. It’s Market Street time, y’all! This year’s festival honors one of our all-time greats: Jimmy Buffet. Wasting away again in Market-ritaville. This year’s market will be May 3-4 in Downtown Columbus and will host more than 250 art, craft and food vendors.
This is a great event each year, so make sure you come out.
Moving over to Starkville, a local favorite gift shop is closing.
Occasions, 115 E. Main St., is closing shop. Pat Johnson and her daughter Mandee Lewis purchased Occasions in 2004, but it first opened in 1986. Now, Johnson said it’s time to retire and officially close down for good.
“I will miss all our sweet, loyal customers, going to markets looking for new finds, and most especially being a part of the excitement of (Mississippi State University) gameday weekend shopping, no matter which sport was going on,” Johnson said.
Johnson said she expects to close by the end of May. She added she owns the building and will be listed for sale. Check out Occasions sales on inventory, furniture and fixtures before they close. See y’all next week!
Former Dispatch reporter Mary Pollitz writes weekly about interesting business news. Have a tip, send it to her at [email protected].
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