Redemption BBQ, one of the South's best new barbecue restaurants, will close after four years in business due to economic issues. The restaurant's owner, John Vest, attributed the financial strain to increased costs and gas prices. The business was down 25%-30% compared to the previous year, and Vest is seeing a decrease in diners' business. He plans to focus on making and distributing frozen Chicago-style deep dish pizzas after the restaurant's closure.