Businesses keep opening, moving and closing down in Valdosta. This column celebrates the local spirit of entrepreneurship that keeps our city fresh and growing by keeping the community informed.

Here is a list of businesses that have recently opened, closed and moved or that plan to open soon in the Lowndes County area.

VALDOSTA

• Hip Hop Fish and Chicken on Baytree Road has closed.

• Courtyard by Marriott Valdosta is hotel located at 1564 Baytree Rd. The business recently changed ownership to Montmanco, Inc.

• Northside Food and Novelty plans to open next week. The business is located at 408 Northside Drive. Northside Food and Novelty is a small grocery store. Contact: (229) 251-8555.

• Snopocalypse opened July 14. The business is located at 700B S. Patterson St. Snopocalypse serves snoballs, ice cream and shakes. The business is open Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sundays, 1-8 p.m.

• Jazzi Styles opened on July 19 at  420 E. Park Ave. Call (803) 398-1656. The business is open Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 7 p.m., Sunday noon-6 p.m. It’s a hair salon and clothing store, with braiding, family clothing. 

• Crown Produce Market is located at 3950 Highway 41 North. The business opened in June. Crown Produce Market sells a variety of local produce. The business is open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Contact: (229) 563-6335.

• Beautiful Curves Boutique is located at 1504 E. Park Ave. The business expects to open in July. Beautiful Curves sells plus-size/full-figured clothing as well as accessories. The business is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

• Avocado Mexican Grill is located at the Valdosta Mall, next to American Deli. The business opened in June. Avocado Mexican Grill is a Mexican restaurant. Avocado Mexican Grill is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday, 1-6 p.m. Contact: (229) 502-1968.

 

To contact Daniel DeMersseman with business tips, email daniel.demersseman@gaflnews.com.