Watching the iconic Hooters restaurant drift down the Ohio River is a sight Newport locals won’t soon forget. After suddenly closing over 30 locations, the Newport Hooters—once perched right on the water—was loaded onto a barge and sent off to be dismantled. It’s a bittersweet moment for regulars who made memories there, but the brand says it’s shifting to a franchise-only model. If you’re missing your Hooters fix, there are still a few spots left in Ohio and Kentucky. What do you think about this big change? Share your memories or thoughts below! #Food #Newport #Hooters