Wexton visits businesses in Purcellville
On Friday, Aug. 27, accompanied by Purcellville Mayor Kwasi Fraser, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton paid a visit to businesses in the Town of Purcellville.
Their first stop was Catoctin Creek Distilling Company located at 120 West Main Street. Co-founder and chief distiller Becky Harris was excited to show them the company’s $1 million distillery equipment upgrade, which will allow them to triple their capacity. The new equipment will add significant efficiencies with lower water and energy consumption. Production should start early September with an official ribbon cutting.
Next on the list was Nichols Hardware, located at 131 North 21st Street. It was founded in 1914. The store was crowded with customers, and this is the place where you can find almost anything. They even repair window panes, screens, and lamps, services you would not find at the chain hardware stores. Mayor Fraser describes the establishment as a working museum. The tour of Nichols Hardware ended with a snack at Hardware Café, next door.
Mayor Fraser and Congresswoman Wexton then visited the Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates at 120 East Cornwell Lane. Fraser and Wexton were given a complete tour and learned about BRVA’s blood bank, which is the largest all-canine donor blood bank in the nation. They offer 24-hour emergency care and also get future pets ready for adoption. Currently, the universities are accepting fewer students into their programs due to COVID, and there is a shortage of vets, which makes the practice extremely busy.
Wexton’s visit ended with a stop at Petite Loulou at 713 Main Street. The manager at Petite Loulou discussed the resiliency of the business and how things are picking up. However, challenges with shortage of staffing and certain materials such as plastic cups were also discussed.
On Friday, Aug. 27, accompanied by Purcellville Mayor Kwasi Fraser, Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton paid a visit to businesses in the Town of Purcellville.
Their first stop was Catoctin Creek Distilling Company located at 120 West Main Street. Co-founder and chief distiller Becky Harris was excited to show them the company’s $1 million distillery equipment upgrade, which will allow them to triple their capacity. The new equipment will add significant efficiencies with lower water and energy consumption. Production should start early September, with an official ribbon cutting.
Next on the list was Nichols Hardware, located at 131 North 21st Street. It was founded in 1914. The store was crowded with customers, and this is the place where you can find almost anything. They even repair window panes, screens, and lamps, services you would not find at the chain hardware stores. Mayor Fraser describes the establishment as a working museum. The tour of Nichols Hardware ended with a snack at Hardware Café, next door.
Mayor Fraser and Congresswoman Wexton then visited the Blue Ridge Veterinary Associates at 120 East Cornwell Lane. Fraser and Wexton were given a complete tour and learned about BRVA’s blood bank, which is the largest all-canine donor blood bank in the nation. They offer 24-hour emergency care and also get future pets ready for adoption. Currently, the universities are accepting fewer students into their programs due to COVID, and there is a shortage of vets, which makes the practice extremely busy.
Wexton’s visit ended with a stop at Petite Loulou at 713 Main Street. The manager at Petite Loulou discussed the resiliency of the business and how things are picking up. However, challenges with shortage of staffing and certain materials such as plastic cups were also discussed.
Petite Loulou is a casual, counter-service crêperie that exists to transport guests to Paris and celebrate the French joie de vivre.
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