Garrard County 2010 Market Feasibility Study (PDF download)
Summary of findings ...
"Based on the data contained in this report and upon all pertinent data available to us as of July 22, 2010, it is our conclusion that the following proposed super markets (grocery stores), proposed restaurants and proposed limited service hotel appear to be marginally feasible from a market standpoint.
GROCERY: E.W. James & Sons, IGA, or Save-A-Lot, a Supervalu Inc division were identified as a potential super market (grocery store);
RESTAURANTS: Reno’s Roadhouse, Beef ‘O’ Brady’s, Copper River Grill, Culver’s, Huddle House, Pizza Hut, Snappy Tomato Pizza, or Gondolier Pizza were identified as potential restaurants;
LODGING: 40 room Limited Service Hotel to be located at one of the proposed sites
The potential restaurants and potential super markets (grocery stores) and their respective site selections were based on population, density of population, average and median household income levels, traffic counts, availability of suitable existing leasable
commercial space, package and restaurant alcohol sales permitted, site location proximity to other national retailers, restaurants, and businesses and direct communication with franchisors, territory franchisees or companies."
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Lancaster/Garrard Industrial Development Authority Members for 2011
Realtors and Available Property in Garrard County
Irvin Group
Danny Ayres Realty and Auction - scroll down for commercial property
Foley and Norton Realty and Auction - scroll down for commercial property
Holton Howard Real Estate - 859.792.6349
Rector-Hayden Realtors - 859.792.8433
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Sky View of Lancaster
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Garrard County and Lancaster consider government merger study
Grand Theater community event with First Lady Jane Beshear
Garrard Central Record: March 17, 2011 (International Delegation Visits Garrard County)
Garrard Central Record: March 10, 2011 (MSE/ATC Land Development Project)
Garrard to host young Roma political leaders
A Cultural Exchange at the Center
European delegation will network with region's top leaders at The Center
Nathan Mick Interviewed by Kentucky Farm Bureau Radio- Click on December 30, 2010 to listen.
New Economic Developement Intern Tyler Lane
New Garrard Operation Provides Market for Local Meat Producers and Consumers
Performance Feeds Locating in Garrard County
Garrard County, Kentucky awarded $21,165 Economic Development Grant
Hometown Tours: Garrard is Growing
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Garrard County in the Lexington Herald-Leader
Advocate-Messenger: Garrard Factory Plans $2.6 million expansion
Advocate Messenger: Motel, grocery feasible for Garrard, study says
Nathan Mick Appointed to The Center for Rural Development's Board of Directors
USA Today: Replica of Uncle Tom's Cabin to be Built in Kentucky
Youtube: Uncle Tom's Cabin in Garrard County
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In the summer of 2010, Nathan Mick asked the creative and talented Sarah Simpson, of Garrard County, to photograph the many historical sites and markers in the county. Her great work can be seen here, offering a photo tour of Garrard County! A listing of the many interesting facts about Garrard County and its history can be viewed here.
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Community Profile for Bluegrass South (PDF)
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