New frozen yogurt shop near campus

Josie’s Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt opened its doors last month in Mason’s backyard, offering low-calorie, low-sugar yogurt from its location in University Mall, just across the street from Mason’s Fairfax Campus.

Josie’s offers a relaxed environment with seating both indoors and out. The shop features self-serve yogurt yielding up to one-third fewer calories and less sugar content than its competitors, according to the owner of the Fairfax franchise Jeanne Shewmaker.

Shewmaker said the shop wants to promote a fun and comfortable atmosphere, which includes exciting giveaways and specials for customers. The store has a Facebook page and Twitter that rewards patrons for their support.

The shop is open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.