<p>"Most of the developments are slated to open within the next 18 months. The Classic Center expansion is first up, with an unveiling in February. The Hyatt Hotel, just north of the Classic Center, hopes for the No. 2 slot with a late winter/early spring 2014 opening. The Standard at Athens student housing development at Thomas and Strong streets aims to follow not too far behind at summer 2014 and in time for fall 2014 students."
A</a> $140M injection for downtown Athens | Online Athens</p>
<p>Herschel Walker opens a new restaurant in downtown Athens:
Herschel</a> Walker to open pub and grill in downtown Athens | Online Athens</p>