Martha Stewart "Celebrations" at JCPenney; LA Fitness Panola, New Orleans SnoBall Cafe Celebrations Coming Up

A look at business news and happenings in the Stone Mountain and Lithonia areas.

New Oakhurst Medical Center Construction Underway

Also in business news: the newly-constructed Family Dollar on Panola is now open; Memorial Drive Walmart photos; May deadline for signing petition in support of bringing Taqueria Los Hermanos to Stone Mountain.

Memorial Drive Magic Wok Scores '85' on Health Inspection

Hyatt Place Lithonia rebounds with a perfect score, as Patch rounds up some recent health inspection scores for Stone Mountain and Lithonia restaurants and hotels.

G&M Red Sea Cafe Scores '75' on Health Inspection

Dragon Delite scores an '89,' as Patch rounds up some recent health inspection scores for Stone Mountain and Lithonia restaurants.

Free Classes Teach Business Start-Up Basics

Upcoming classes at Lithonia library branches will teach participants the basics about starting for-profit and nonprofit endeavors.

300 Sign Petition to Bring Mexican Restaurant to City

Also in What's New in Business: free entrepreneur classes and former KFC under contract.

Putting LA Fitness on Panola Was 'Best Move They Made'

Members who live nearby like this new gym's location, other fitness centers that have set up shop locally in recent months, and tried-and-true trails at DeKalb parks in our communities.

Series Starts at Local Libraries On Starting, Growing a Nonprofit Organization

The classes cover the basics and more.

El Torero Restaurant on Rockbridge Scores '90' on Health Inspection

Also: Taco Bell scores '88' as Patch rounds up recent health inspection scores for restaurants with Stone Mountain addresses in Gwinnett county.

Stone Mountain CID's Security Patrols Get Results; Bakery's Move Imminent; Golf Tourney to Help AARF

A regular look at business news and happenings in our communities.

Exec: High-End Grocery Stores Need More Than Fans to Set Up Locally

A Selig Enterprises VP recently explained why a Sprouts or Earth Fare-type grocery store wouldn't come to the Memorial Drive corridor, but he said the area can still have good retail options.

Easter Favorites from the German Bakery

A braided Easter bread is among the more popular items at Stone Mountain Village's staple restaurant. What are your favorite Easter foods?

New Resale Shop in Stone Mountain Village; Lithonia Walmart Construction Progressing; Bare Feet Shoes Coming to Lithonia

Also: Former Malcolm Cunningham dealership on Mall Parkway is getting some attention.

What Do You Wish Were Here?

A former drug store needs a new purpose.

LA Fitness on Panola and Covington Now Open

The fitness center has a pool, lots of equipment and personal training for its members.

New Zaxby's Gives Out 700 Job Applications

The restaurant on S. Hairston Road has stopped taking applications for now, an executive said.

New Orleans SnoBall Cafe Opening Location in Stone Mountain Village

The new location will be the cafe's second.

S. Hairston Zaxby's To Open April 1; Gas Station Beautification; N. Hairston Kroger Returns to 24 Hours Soon

Also: recent business licenses in Stone Mountain and LIthonia.

Finishing Touches On LA Fitness on Panola

Many are excited about working out at the new 38,000 square foot gym.

Petition Aimed at Bringing Mexican Restaurant to Stone Mountain City

A Taqueria Los Hermanos location in the city of Stone Mountain? City councilwoman Nan Nash and others who have signed her petition hope so.

Memorial Drive: The Median Effect, Business Possibilities, And the Next Generation

Speakers and audience members at Thursday's PRISM meeting discussed several topics, but they all came back to economic development in the corridor.

Susie's Best Wings Scores '89' on Health Inspection

Nathan's Soul Train BBQ scores a '91,' as Patch rounds up some recent health inspection scores for Stone Mountain and Lithonia restaurants.

"Hattie's Dream Museum" To Open in Stone Mountain Village

The owner of MaeLynn's Boutique is venturing next door to help make business dreams come true for creative people.

Medical Facility Near Panola; New Birth's Christian Academy to Close; Thai Restaurant's New Name

Check out recent and upcoming business happenings in Stone Mountain and Lithonia.

Hardee's on Highway 78 Scores '91' on Recent Health Inspection

Know before you go: Check out how local restaurants scored on recent health inspections.

Conch City Seafood Scores '82' on Health Inspection

Patch rounds up some recent health inspection scores for Stone Mountain and Lithonia restaurants.

Anna's Linens in Lithonia Expanding

The store, which is taking over a neighboring space, is near the Mall at Stonecrest.

Auction of Former KFC; New L.A. Fitness Panola Photos; Community's Overlay District Getting Results

Also in "What's New in Business": an opening date of March 15 has been mentioned for the L.A. Fitness nearly complete in Lithonia.

What Impact Will the Three Walmart Projects Have in Stone Mountain and Lithonia?

Besides create jobs at their stores, what else will Walmart's presence do?

Always Fresh Neighborhood Market Scores 'A' on Recent Health Inspection

Also, Wendy's at 1880 Rockbridge Rd. scores a 'B' as Patch rounds up some recent health inspection scores for restaurants in Stone Mountain, Gwinnett county.

New Restaurant Planned at Former Fat Headz Diner; Eatery Doing a Vampire Diaries Watch Party; Breakfast at Bev's Place

Today's edition of "What's New in Business" is all about restaurants in the city of Stone Mountain.

Lithonia Ruby Tuesday Flunks Health Inspection

The Village Cafe gets an 'A',' as Patch rounds up some recent health inspection scores for Stone Mountain and Lithonia restaurants.

Stone Mountain Bakery Moving Into Former Kalonji Space

The business opened in May 2011 at 975 1/2 Main Street.

Jack's Sports Bar & Grill Gets an 'A' on Recent Health Inspection

The establishment near Stone Mountain Highway was inspected Feb. 15

What Should Go Here? The Former L.A. Fitness/Bally's Space

There's no more exercising going on in this empty space. What type of business should take its place?

Business News: Mountain Industrial Improvements; New Lithonia Family Dollar Opening; New Little Caesar's

Check out some of the latest business news in and around Stone Mountain and Lithonia.

Big Lots Space on Covington Torn Down

The building has been razed; a Walmart Neighborhood Market is slated to take its place.

Lithonia Steak 'n Shake Scores '71' on Reinspection

Paccino's in Stone Mountain scores '88,' as Patch rounds up some recent health inspection scores for Stone Mountain and Lithonia restaurants.

Business News: Food Depot Open; Why Marlin & Ray's Closed; Still Awaiting Walmart Hiring Info

Also, Rainforest Golf reopens this weekend.

Last Minute Gift Ideas for Valentine's Day

Support local businesses and pick out something for your sweetheart at the same time.