Ron's Barber Shop To Open!

Longtime barber and Wilmington resident Ron Young will open a barber shop next Monday, Nov. 19 at 124 S. South St. in downtown Wilmington.

News Journal photo/Gary Huffenberger On Monday, Ron Young (left) will open Ron’s Barber Shop in downtown Wilmington at 124 S. South St. Joining him for the announcement photograph were Main Street Wilmington Director Steve Brown (center) and friend and former customer William “Bud” McConnell (right) of Wilmington. 

Longtime barber and Wilmington resident Ron Young will open a barber shop next Monday, Nov. 19 at 124 S. South St. in downtown Wilmington.

“As a result of the encouragement of local people and former customers, I've decided to open a shop,” said Young.

He said he will offer $7 quality hair cuts at Ron’s Barber Shop.

A Wilmington resident since 1976, Young went to Moler Barber

Downtown Antiques Is Back!

Downtown Antiques is back in time for the holidays, with new treasures for shoppers.

 

Contributed photo These figurines are a few of the items available at Downtown Antiques, 38 N. South St. in downtown Wilmington.

Locally owned by Cliff and Charlotte Fahrer, Erma Bernard and Kat McKay, the shop offers a variety of items — from large antique furnishings to collectibles such as Hull pottery, Fostoria crystal, Fenton and slag glass.

Fostoria, a former Ohio company, shut its doors more than 20 years ago and is highly sought after by collectors.

In addition to home décor, the proprietors offer a potpourri of curiosities such as vintage clothing, historic tools, jewelry and much more.

“There’s really something for everyone,” said Charlotte