Run for the border

Taco Bell offically open!

  • In front with the ribbon are Geison Cunha, vice president of operations, left; Charles Hanes, district manager; Craddock; and Gary Hicks, president of the Pendleton County Chamber of Commerce. Photo by Burton Cole.
    In front with the ribbon are Geison Cunha, vice president of operations, left; Charles Hanes, district manager; Craddock; and Gary Hicks, president of the Pendleton County Chamber of Commerce. Photo by Burton Cole.
  • Taco Bell's first day open.
    Taco Bell's first day open.

    Immediately after the new Taco Bell at the corner of Shelby Street and U.S. Highway 27 in Falmouth opened at 2 p.m. Wednesday, the drive-through lane was backed up with customers. Lines continued throughout the week after months of anticipation of the new restaurant. Restaurant general manager Sheri Craddock said she expects Taco Bell to do well in Falmouth. “I think it’s going to be awesome. I’m excited.” Hours are 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. daily, with breakfast served from 6 to 11 a.m. The restaurant features the full Taco Bell menu, including chili cheese burritos — “Everyone keeps asking me that,” Craddock said. The opening shift crew and corporate officers joined in on the ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday.