News Summary
Fresno will experience nightly closures on Shaw Avenue from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. as part of ongoing construction by the California High-Speed Rail Authority. Drivers are urged to seek alternate routes to avoid delays. This construction coincides with recent business closures in the area, including several local establishments that have shut down or relocated. The community is encouraged to stay informed about construction impacts and prepare for traffic changes.
Fresno will experience nightly closures on Shaw Avenue between Blythe and Cornelia starting Monday night, with the closure running from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. until Friday, October 3rd. This closure is part of ongoing construction work undertaken by the California High-Speed Rail Authority.
During the specified hours, Shaw Avenue will be fully closed in both directions, and drivers are encouraged to seek alternate routes to avoid delays. Complete details regarding detours and alternative paths will be made available to assist motorists during this period.
This construction occurs against a backdrop of recent business closures in the Fresno area. In the summer of 2025, the city saw a significant number of stores and restaurants shut down for various reasons. Notably, a local establishment, NY Bagelry, closed its location at Shaw and Marks avenues due to lease expiration but continues to operate at three other spots. In another incident, KuniSama, a Japanese restaurant at Herndon and Willow avenues, closed with no public commentary from the owners.
Round Table Pizza, located near Shaw and West avenues, confirmed its permanent closure, although the specific reason has not been disclosed. Similarly, George’s Shish Kebab in downtown Fresno closed after 43 years, reportedly linked to health issues faced by the owner. Notably, multiple KFC locations also ceased operations, including one near First Street and Bullard Avenue and another at Dakota and West avenues, both without providing reasons for their closures.
Straw Hat Pizza, found at 80 W. Shaw Ave., and its accompanying arcade have recently shut down; plans are underway for a new eatery, Dosan A Social Eatery, to take its place. The Arby’s restaurant at Ashlan and Cedar avenues has closed as well, leaving only one location remaining in Fresno.
Furthermore, all Rite Aid locations in Fresno have shuttered their doors following the chain’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. In addition, a vintage boutique that specialized in items from Neighborhood Thrift closed, while their two other stores remain operational. A biking store, which began as Sunnyside Bicycles in 2010, is now merged with another location.
In Clovis, Mitsui Buffet has closed, potentially on a permanent basis, though its sign indicates a temporary remodeling closure. However, health permit issues have been noted at the site. A historic roadside hamburger and ice cream stand in Coarsegold has also shut down due to lease disputes but intends to continue its operations through a food truck service.
In a recent incident on Shaw Avenue, the Fresno Fire Department responded to a fire involving a commercial vehicle, specifically a garbage truck. The driver noticed flames in the load and took action by safely disposing of the garbage onto Shaw Avenue. This led to the visibility of piles of trash and clean-up crews at the scene, resulting in blocked lanes on the road.
As the community faces these changes and disruptions, the focus remains on providing the public with relevant information regarding ongoing construction and the impacts on local businesses and traffic. Motorists are reminded to plan their routes accordingly to minimize inconvenience during the construction period.
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Additional Resources
- ABC30: High-Speed Rail Construction Closure
- Fresno Bee: Restaurant Updates
- KMPH: Lane Closures on Shaw Avenue
- The Business Journal: Restaurant Closures in Fresno
- Your Central Valley: Highway Closures
- Wikipedia: Fresno, California
- Google Search: High-Speed Rail California
- Google Scholar: California High-Speed Rail
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Fresno
- Google News: Fresno Business Closures
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