2020 Home for the Holidays

2020 Home for the Holidays LINCOLN DAILY NEWS November 25, 2020 Page 17 T here is no denying that this year has been a hard one for local businesses. You might like to hear that a lot of our smaller “mom and pop shops” are still open here because of the great support customers have offered during this pandemic. More than ever, spending our money locally affects all of us. As we have done in the past LDN has gone around the county taking some pictures to give you some great ideas for that perfect gift for your loved ones and for your own holiday decorating, and maybe a thing or two for your own self-treat. Though we are still in the midst of controlling the spread of a contagious disease, store owners and managers have shared how you can safely reach them with your Christmas list requests. What can you find when you shop local this year There is a new little antique and collectable shop at 1211 Fifth Street called Route 66 Corner Garage. If you have been down Fifth Street you have probably noticed a manikin waving at you. The day we went he was sporting a short sleeve shirt, shorts and wearing a mask. The shop features old signs, toys, gas and oil cans, coins and much more. And here’s something, unique-license plates made in 1946, 1947 and 1948 from soybeans. Plus, they will have furniture in the near future. Pictured is worker Kevin Ritchhart, who said that Bill Haak is the owner/manager. The store hours are Wednesday thru Sunday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. There is a sign on the front door with additional contact information. Be sure to check them out. Cindy’s Cottage is owned by Cindy Peterman and is located at 533 Woodlawn Road. Her Continued n