On Oct. 26, the Ballard News-Tribune reported that the Bit Saloon, "Ballard's Quirky Quality Dive Bar Since 1947," was closing its doors. That is no longer the case, at least for the moment.

According to the bar's Web site, its final day was supposed to be Nov. 1, but the Bit remains open as of Nov. 12.

The bartender on shift said he is new and does not know anything about the supposed closure.

Ownership at the Bit did not return messages for the Oct. 26 story.

The Bit Saloon is located at 4818 17th Ave. N.W.

More information coming soon.