Zaxby’s in Blackshear officially opened for business Monday to a line of people waiting in hopes of getting a coveted “deck of deals”. The lead up to the opening was filled with anticipation and a week of special days when locals could get a free taste of the menu.
The line began to form Sunday night and by 10:30 p.m. there were already approximately 20 people waiting on the sidewalk outside the new eatery. The mood was festive and the weather was chilly with a low of 49 degrees overnight. Many enjoyed the comforts of home, sitting in folding chairs and snuggled up in blankets. One group had a shop heater blowing warm air while they watched TV and listened to music.
Owner Taylor Hawkins was on hand to keep the eager line-holders company. “This is the fourth opening I’ve done like this,” said Hawkins. “I figure if they wait all night to support us, I can come out to support them.”
That support included playing a few games of cornhole in the soon to be busy drive through.
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