Just like the OWU campus, downtown Delaware also underwent its share of changes over the summer.

Perhaps the biggest news is that after 62 years in business, the historic Brown Jug Restaurant closed in July. Taking its place at 13 W. William St. is Hoggy’s Restaurant and Catering, a central Ohio barbecue chain that boasts OWU alumnus Ken Smith ’77 as one of its founders.

Hoggy’s opened August 20, offering applewood-smoked pork, beef, ribs, and chicken along with salads, fish, soups, steaks, and desserts. General manager Desiree Lajoie describes the cuisine as “southern-inspired with a Hoggy’s twist.”

Just around the corner from Hoggy’s, another new restaurant is preparing to open its doors. The 12 South Deli is moving into 12 S. Sandusky St. and expects to make its debut in late September.