Local business closures dim Athens' charm

Over the past year, multiple small businesses in Athens have closed, leaving current business owners worried and community members disappointed. At a community forum about these closures, Mayor Patterson said to business owners, it's a matter of advertising your business to get customers in your door. He said it may be challenging, but that's how local economies work. Reporter, Kendall Timms heard from current business owners about their thoughts on the closures. Video by: Kendall Timms Visit our website: https://www.thepostathens.com/ Find us on social media: Instagram: thepostathens & thepostmultimedia X: thepost Facebook: thepostathens