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Shop-O-Rama displays its new storefront, finishing construction early 2021 and giving the store a brand new look.

Shop-O-Rama displays its new storefront, finishing construction early 2021 and giving the store a brand new look.

After the world was closed down due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Kentucky continues to build back stronger than ever. Statistics from a recent press release from Governor Andy Beshear’s office supports this. “In 2021, the commonwealth shattered every economic development record in the books. Private-sector new-location and expansion announcements included a record $11.2 billion in total planned investment and commitments to create a record 18,000-plus full-time jobs across the coming years. Kentucky’s average incentivized hourly wage for projects statewide in 2021 was $24 before benefits, a 9.4% increase over the previous year.”

Marshall County as a whole has been an example of this progress, including several new and newly expanded or renovated businesses into Draffenville within the last few years. Economic development is happening and Draffenville has added some notable ‘fresh faces’.

Last fall construction began on a new building to house The Cellar Door after the business outgrew the old building, also located in Draffenville. “We just wanted a bigger location to handle our needs, so we could offer a bigger selection for our customers and make it more convenient,” said Boone Chambers, who owns several regional Cellar Door locations, including ones in Benton, Murray and Mayfield. Chambers said this new location will allow space for a walk-in cooler, so there will be a larger product-range available. A drive-through will be available as well as in-store shopping. The projected opening date for The Cellar Door in Draffenville is the second week of August.

Brittany Nielsen, enrolled agent (EA) and president, has worked in accounting for over 25 year. She opened Open Door Accounting LLC in October, 2019 from her home office, and due to expanding needs, bought and built at 2535 U.S. Hwy 641 N, and moved in during May, 2021. Nielsen comments, “I want to be a team that is easily accessible to business owners. We work with clients on a daily basis so they can make confident, intentional, and strategic business decisions instead of getting to the end of the year to “ find out how the year ended.” Open Door Accounting will soon be the only profit-first certified firm in this region. Nielsen says she has completely transformed her business with this method and is excited to help other businesses thrive.

Jani Brewer opened PRO Physical Therapy on January 24 and it is located at 302 US HWY 68 W. The creation of this clinic began through the desire for autonomy. They wanted to provide a medical experience and treatment that community members deserve. The location was ideal, having the opportunity to build in the ‘hub’ of the community was an especially enticing prospect. Along with knowing that they have the additional land behind the clinic that will allow for the development of an outdoor experience for patients. Their goal is growth and satisfying their patients to completely accommodate their individualized needs.

They specialize in and offer: Outpatient Physical Therapy including Manual Physical Therapy, Gait & Balance Training, Pre & Post-Surgical Rehabilitation, Spine Therapy, Sports Medicine, Dry Needling, Cupping, Kinesio Taping, and Workers Compensation.

Becky Travelstead opened RM Pilates on 2698 US-641in March of 2018. She began practicing Pilates at the recommendation of her doctor and grew to love it. She bought equipment and took instructors training to educate herself for her own practice, but could not get it out of her head ‘if this has helped me so much, how many more people could benefit?’ Due to the pandemic and other obligations, Travelstead scaled back on class sizes and frequency, but is planning to reintroduce private and duet lessons. These will be done on specialized Pilates fitness equipment: Reformer, Tower, Chair, Ladder barrel, Arc, and various props. She is also considering offering studio time for approved and experienced clients to practice on equipment themselves and perform compression therapy. “Pilates is a very inclusive type of fitness. Anyone can do it— from the elderly to the athletic,” said Travelstead.

Denise Darden opened Salon Z, located at 41 James Martin Dr., on June 6. After completing cosmetology school at the age of 45, Darden never thought she would open her own business and fulfill her dream. She was inspired to open Salon Z by her son Zach Douglas, who passed away last July. Darden’s vision is for patrons to receive their hair and beauty services in a relaxing environment, but also to leave with a smile, because that is what Douglas would have done.

Salon Z offers hair services for men, women, and children, and nail services including: manicures, acrylic nails, gel nails, dip nails, and pedicures. They are currently looking to add skin care services very soon. They carry a wide variety of hair products that include: Keratherapy, Alurama, Loma, Kenra, and J. Beverly Hills’ mens line. Walk-ins for hair services are welcome, along with some nail services. Though appointments are preferred. “Come by, stop and say hello. We would love to be your go-to salon,” said Darden.

Shop-O-Rama, located at 112 U.S. Hwy 68, has been a staple in Draffenville since 1965, when it first opened. The store had been largely untouched since its opening, but owners, Mitzi and Edwin Donohoo, began renovations in 2019 with the addition of a new and raised roof. This created a new storefront wall and space for brand signs to be mounted on the front.

In 2020, construction was underway to remove and replace the sidewalk canopies and the front foyer. The store had used tents in the front parking lot for several years to conduct special sales and the Donohoo’s really wanted to have something permanent in front for sales or displays. There are roll-up glass doors so, in the event of fair weather, they can be opened for better visibility and ventilation.

In early 2021, the new storefront was completed and flags were installed on each column outside. The flooring in the clothing and giftware sections was also replaced— carpet was removed and replaced with a Loose Lay flooring.

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