Augusta, GA
New Year’s Day 2025: Here are the businesses that won’t be open
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The new year, 2025, is upon us. While banks, post offices and major stock exchanges are closed on New Year’s Day, which is a federal holiday, you’ll find that many retailers will be open, although hours may be limited.
What’s open on New Year’s Day?
GROCERS, STORES, PHARMACIES
- CVS Pharmacy — Locations will be open on New Year’s Day, although some stores may have reduced hours, according to a spokesperson. The retailer recommends that customers call their local store in advance or check hours at cvs.com.
- Food Lion — All stores are open regular hours.
- Kroger — While some store hours may vary, most Kroger locations will operate during their normal hours on New Year’s Day.
- Publix — All stores are open but hours vary according to location. Customers should check ahead.
- Rite Aid (stores only) – Stores will be open on New Year’s Day, while pharmacies will be closed. Customers should check their local store in advance for store hours.
- Stop & Shop (stores, fuel only) — Stores and fuel station operate during regular hours on New Year’ Day. In-store pharmacies are closed.
- Target — Target locations will operate on a normal schedule on Jan. 1.
- Walmart — All stores will operate during normal business hours.
- Whole Foods — All stores are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
RESTAURANTS, FAST-FOOD CHAINS
- Chick-fil-A — Restaurants are open on New Year’s Day, although they may have limited operating hours. To check the specific hours of operation for your local Chick-fil-A restaurant, consumers can select their local restaurant on the Chick-fil-A App or click the “Find a restaurant” link on its website.
- Chili’s — All Chili’s restaurants are open on New Year’s Day.
- Chipotle Mexican Grill — Restaurants are open with regular hours.
- Darden Restaurants (Olive Garden, others) — Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, Yard House, The Capital Grille, Seasons 52, Bahama Breeze and Eddie V’s restaurants are open with regular hours.
- Dunkin’ — Locations are open on New Year’s Day, but guests are encouraged to check the Dunkin’ Mobile App to confirm their local store’s hours before visiting.
- IHOP — Restaurants are open during the holidays, but hours of operation may vary — customers should check with their local IHOP.
- Outback Steakhouse — Restaurants are open on Jan. 1, though hours may vary. Guests are advised to check with their local restaurant for hours of operation in advance.
- Starbucks — Store hours vary by location, while locations may occasionally adjust their hours based on business and customer needs. The company recommends checking specific store hours using the Starbucks® app or website store locator in advance.
What’s closed on New Year’s Day?
- ALDI
- Costco
- Sam’s Club
- Rite Aid (pharmacies) – Rite Aid pharmacies will be closed on Wednesday, Jan. 1. The retailer’s stores will be open with normal business hours.
- Stop & Shop (pharmacies) — In-store pharmacies are closed on New Year’s Day. Shop & Stop stores and fuel stations are operating during normal business hours.
Are banks open on New Year’s Day?
Banks are closed on Wednesday, Jan. 1, in observance of the federal holiday.
“Federal holidays” and “bank holidays” are nearly synonymous terms. Banks tend to adhere to federal holidays, meaning most will be closed on New Year’s Day — including Bank of America, Wells Fargo, PNC, Capital One, Citibank and Truist.
Is the post office open on New Year’s Day?
All U.S. Postal Service locations are closed on New Year’s Day, one of 11 federal holidays when mail is not delivered.
DHL and UPS are also closed on New Year’s Day. FedEx locations and operations are also closed, with the exception of its FedEx Custom Critical® services, which are available.
Is the stock market open today on New Year’s Day?
The New York Stock Exchange will be closed on Wednesday, Jan.1, in observance of the New Year’s Day holiday.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – One person has died after a shooting on Cameron Drive in Augusta early Friday morning.
The Richmond County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim as 25-year-old Khyla Rodriguez, of Augusta.
Richmond County deputies responded to the 3600 block of Cameron Drive around 1:11 a.m. for a suspicious situation.
While on scene, deputies spoke to the complainant who stated they got a call form an unknown person saying their friend was dead at the incident location.
Deputies then searched the area, where they found Rodriguez on the ground unresponsive with several gun shot wounds to the stomach area.
The coroner’s office says Rodriguez was pronounced dead at 2:27 a.m. An autopsy has been scheduled.
As of 4:15 a.m., at least one deputy and crime scene crews were still on scene.
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – Four individuals from Augusta have been indicted by a federal Grand Jury on federal drug trafficking charges, the U.S. Department of Justice’s Southern District of Georgia announced Thursday.
The following individuals were indicted:
(Indictments contain charges, and defendants are considered innocent until proven guilty.)
- Tyriquez McFadden, 39, and Nichael Lessey, 44, both of Augusta, charged in a five-count indictment with Possession with Intent to Distribute 400 Grams or More of Fentanyl; Possession with Intent to Distribute 28 Grams or More of Crack Cocaine; Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine; Possession of a Firearm in Furtherance of a Drug Trafficking Crime; and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
- Roman Kelly, 51, of Augusta, indicted for Possession with Intent to Distribute 50 Grams or More of Methamphetamine; Possession with Intent to Distribute Heroin; and Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine.
These charges carry statutory penalties up to life in prison, substantial financial penalties and a period of supervised release upon completion of any prison term.
Drought-fueled wildfires burn across Georgia, Florida
Wildfires in Georgia and Florida have forced evacuations, road closures and burn bans as the drought-fueled fires burn thousands of acres.
Two large wildfires burning in south Georgia were now 90% contained, as of Wednesday, after consuming about 54,000 acres, according to the Georgia Forestry Commission.
The Pineland Road Fire has burned 32,575 acres. The Highway 82 Fire has burned 22,420 acres.
However, fuel conditions remain extremely dry, officials said. Containment continues to improve on both fires, but crews remain actively engaged in patrol, suppression, and mop-up operations.
Seth Hawkins, urban and community forestry program coordinator for the Georgia Forestry Commission, worked on the Highway 82 Fire in Brantley County, which is still about 22,000 acres. Suppression costs are estimated to exceed $18.3 million.
“The rain put out the active flame on that fire,” Hawkins said. “However, there’s still that deep layer, that organic material, burning, and hot spots can still flare up as soon as humidity drops.”
Hawkins said 166 people are still working hot spots on the Highway 82 fire, setting up sprinkler systems where needed.
As of May 12, the State Forester burn ban has been lifted, but the Environmental Protection Division’s summer burn ban remains in place. Many counties may still have local ordinances. Georgia residents are encouraged to check with their county before burning.
The state remains in an extreme drought.
“It’s just unique down there because of all that organic fuel,” Hawkins said. “And when it dries out, it’s very susceptible to ignition. It’s going to be a long, hot, dry summer. We’re telling folks to keep their guard up and be safe with campfires and debris burning.”
This reporting content is supported by a partnership with Journalism Funding Partners.
Erica Van Buren is the climate change reporter for The Augusta Chronicle, part of the USA TODAY Network. Connect with her at EVanBuren@usatodayco.com or on X: @EricaVanBuren32.
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