Store Front: 2281 Commerce Blvd, Mound Mn

Excuse me, for those of you not familiar with John' Variety & Pets ( JVP ) it was previously a Ben Franklin. Pets, sewing needles, fabric, toys, seasonal, stationary, health and beauty, framing, home goods are only a small sample of what you can find on the shelves at JVP. As the saying goes "If you can't find it at John's You just don't need it." Early in 2011 a big box store,  Walgreens, put in an initial offer to purchase the property. After almost 8 months of negotiating and waiting for city approval the project is somewhat underway.

How does one craft a new location with the same nostalgic feel as the former location? Can You? It's questionable. I often ponder the future of the stores' integrity. Will this move damage the stores image or strengthen it?

The building is set to be torn down sometime late this year. I will continue to post updates on the sale of the store, learning points and anything worth sharing.

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