Remembering the Franklin Street places that have come and gone

Posted Jul 16, 2016
With the recent news that Target would be coming to Franklin Street in 2017, it really made me think of how much the businesses on the street have changed over the years. So here’s a list of my favorite bars, restaurants, and stores on Franklin Street that are no longer in business. Maybe it will spark a memory of one of your favorite places. (Tar Heel Blog)

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