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– Quick bits of local business news from October 2018. News briefs on Enid companies and employees. Send your business news to buzz@enidbuzz.com. _____________________________ Soccer World Closing – Soccer World is holding a closing sale. Everything in the store is 10%-25% off *excludes custom orders. This starts on Tuesday, October 9th. Stop by 223 W. Randolph. – _____________________________ Eskimo Joe’s Open in Enid – Eskimo Joe’s is back at Willow Plaza, in the old Golf USA store by Jumbo Foods. The temporary store will offer items sold in the Stillwater store, including T-shirts, sweat shirts, jackets and night shirts. They are also selling their fun holiday designs. – Hours: Monday-Friday: 10:00-7:00 Saturdays: 10:00-8:00 Sundays: 1:00-6:00 Open Sunday’s thru Christmas from 12-4 _____________________________ Land Run Steakhouse Opening Soon – Land Run Steakhouse has posted on social media that they will be opening very soon but have not posted an exact date. The sign has finally gone up on W. Garriott and they are putting on the final touches. Not only will they offer a great selection of steaks but will have a number of wines to choose from. The new eatery is located at 3710 W. Garriott. _____________________________ Da Vinci’s Coffeehouse and Gelateria Opening 2nd Location – “We are excited to officially announce that DaVinci’s Coffeehouse & Gelateria will have a second location on South Van Buren, in what use to be the old Port Lugano Bistro!! Construction has already begun, including what will eventually be a drive-thru! We are beyond excited for this new venture, which we plan to have ready in 2019! Until then, we will keep you up to date with our progress! Thank you Enid for your love and support! Everything we do, we do for you. We are Enid’s Original Coffeehouse and Gelateria!” _____________________________ Jumbo Offering Alcohol & Tobacco Curbside pickup! – Order your alcohol and tobacco along with groceries and pick it up curbside! Visit www.jumbofood.com/online-shopping to order today! Having trouble?? Contact one of our personal shoppers at 580-366-9212. Now selling wine! _____________________________ Northcutt Chevrolet Buick provided a total of $20,000 to 4 of our local school districts. – Enid Public Schools, Chisholm Public Schools, Oklahoma Bible Academy, and Medford Public Schools. They thanked all of the area school teachers and personnel for all that they do for our kids! _____________________________ ADM hosted a ribbon cutting on October 8 – ADM hosted a ribbon cutting on October 8 with the Governor, Mayor and others to celebrate the completion of upgrades to their mill. The modernization project involved a complete retro-fit of ADM’s existing mill in Enid, which was built in 1928. _____________________________ The Pastry Nook Bakery & Bistro Now Open – The Pastry Nook bakery & bistro opened in Oakwood Mall on September 4. 4125 W. Owen K Garriott (Oakwood Mall Food Court). Call (580) 402-1909. _____________________________ Smallcakes is Closing – Smallcakes in Enid announced on social media that they would be closing. “After much consideration, we have decided to close our Enid location. We would like to thank everyone who supported us during our time in Enid. Our last day will be Saturday, October 20th. Gift cards must be redeemed by this date. If you’re interested in purchasing and operating the Enid franchise, please email us at smallcakesenid@gmail.com for more information.” 4408 W. Garriott. _____________________________ Candyopolis Closing – Candyopolis in Oakwood Mall is closing. Their last day will be November 12th. No further information at this time. _____________________________ Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores Not Part of Bankruptcy Sears Holdings filed for bankruptcy protection early Monday after years of staying afloat through financial maneuvering and relying on billions of CEO Eddie Lampert’s own money. Lampert, who has served as CEO for the past five years, will step down from that post, effective immediately, but remain chairman. As part of the bankruptcy, Sears will shutter 142 stores toward the end of the year. It expects to begin liquidation sales shortly. – However, Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. is not a part of the bankruptcy filling by Sears Holdings Corporation and will remain open! Enid’s Sears Hometown store has released a statement regarding their status: – “Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores Inc. is NOT part of the bankruptcy filing by Sears Holdings Corporation. Although we have business relationships with Sears Holdings, we are a publicly owned company that separated from Sears Holdings in 2012. We are a national retailer primarily focused on selling home appliances, lawn and garden equipment, tools and hardware. Our dealers are independent businesspeople who are actively involved in their businesses and their communities. It remains Business as usual at Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores. We look forward to continuing to provide you with outstanding service, value and convenience.” _____________________________ Putnam Six Bookstore Grand Opening – Stop by Putnam Six Bookstore on Monday, October 22 from 10:00am – 8:00pm. Celebrate the opening of Putnam Six, Enid’s newest bookstore, and support CDSA too! –

_____________________________ Liberty Lynn Expands – Liberty Lynn has been located inside Broadway Antiques & Uniques for over a year and they recently expanded to incorporate more products. They specialize in handcrafted, locally made items that offers variety of unique gifts. They also sell furniture, antiques, home decor and christian merchandise. Stop by and see all of their new products! More info at www.facebook.com/LibertyLynnbySherri _____________________________ Vintage Barn Moving To Enid – The Vintage Barn (Sherri Curtis), Restored Inspirations (Julie Matula) and No. 5 Findings (Carmenia Passey) have come together to open a brand new Vintage Barn in Enid with repurposed and vintage home designs. The soft opening is planned for Nov 1 and the store will be open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 11:00-4:00. The store is a one of a kind boutique that offers custom, handcrafted furniture and home décor as well as painting classes with a personal touch. It is a local grass roots, small business with an amazing talent for transforming, designing and decorating! – A few select vendors that offer items that fit the style of the store will also be considered to rent space. If interested, please reply via private message to our FB page with contact information, description and pictures of your products. Located at 1100 N. Van Buren. _____________________________ Booktrees & Etc. Is Going Out Of Business – Booktrees is closing the business and all books are for sale. Get $1.00 paperbacks, $1.75 trade paperbacks and $2.50 hardbacks. Located at 2228 W. Willow in Heritage Hills. _____________________________ The Pick Antique Mall is Closing – After 10 years of business, The Pick will be closing the doors in the next couple of months. The building has been sold and the location will become a part of the new development at Garland and Garriott. They continue to sell their current items and continue to get new items. Located at 5120 W. Garriott. _____________________________ Q-Spot Building For Sale – The Q-Spot at 221 W. Cherokee is up for sale. Business, fixtures and contents are being sold separately. _____________________________ Imperial China Closed – Imperial China is closed. The landlord is selling the building. – –