Reyman’s New Grocery Opening September 5
Russ Baldwin | Sep 03, 2013 | Comments 0
HOLLY, CO—It was a different time when Reyman’s Grocery first opened at 206 South Main Street. The street in Holly was full of businesses in 1940. Today, many of those formerly occupied buildings sit vacant or rarely used. The view of Main Street has changed in the last few months as Jess and Tracie Kalma, owners of Reyman’s Grocery, have built a new store at the corner of Highway 50 and Main Street. That new store opens to the public on Thursday, September 5th.
Arthur and Hazel Reyman opened Reyman’s Grocery in 1940. The store hasn’t changed much since then having undergone a few renovations over the years. In 1986, the second generation, Kent and Pearl Reyman, took over the operation. Kent and Pearl had worked for his parents for two decades before taking ownership. Now, the third generation owns the business. Kent and Pearl’s daughter, Tracie and her husband Jess Kalma, bought the store in 2010.
Tracie Kalma said, “The store has been part of my entire life. Growing up, it was where I would go after school. It has been a home away from home for as long as I can remember. Now, leaving the current store is a little bittersweet as I have many memories here of my family.”
It was Jess and Tracie’s vision to see the store expand into a larger facility. “We felt that a larger space was needed to fully serve our customers. The current store served us well for a long time, but had seen its day pass. The new store allows for Reyman’s to continue on for many more years,” said Jess Kalma.
The new facility will dramatically increase the products and service that Reyman’s Grocery will be able to offer their customers. The current store is 3,000 square feet compared to the new store that is 10,000 square feet. This additional space allows for Reyman’s to carry 3,000 additional items. The store goes from three aisles to eight with expanded meat and produce sections.
Despite all the new offerings, many things won’t change at the new location. Since 1940, Reyman’s has been known for its meat department with fresh cuts from the butcher block table. The popular meat bundles that feature either beef or pork will continue to be a showcase in the meat department. Most importantly, the focus on friendly service and a hometown feel will always felt by customers.
The opening of the new store is seen as a boost for the community of Holly. Town Mayor Bradley Simon said, “The expansion of Reyman’s Grocery shows that hard work and tireless dedication still fuel the American dream of owning and operating a family business. Reyman’s is a great example of the traditional values and neighborly attitudes which makes the town of Holly such a great place to call home.”
An official grand opening celebration will be held at a later date.
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