BLUEFIELD, WV (LOOTPRESS) — A new Gabe’s located in Bluefield, West Virginia had its grand opening celebration on Saturday.
Gabe’s recently hosted a soft opening on Wednesday in which they broke the record for the highest volume store in sales.
General Manager Jared Ealy has been around in retail for about 17 years and is excited for the opportunity to run this store.
There was also a hiring event for Gabe’s that sold out as well. He had to increase the interview slots from 11 to 25 because of the interest.
“I would really like to find some community partnerships to partner with and do different things,” said Ealy.
As a company and store, Gabe’s gives back to the community during their grand opening. They recently had a check giving event with the Bluefield Union Mission.
Director of Economic Development Jim Spencer is also excited about the store and what it could bring to the city of Bluefield.
“This has the potential to draw people into Bluefield that may shop at other stores and eat at restaurants…it’s a great day for Bluefield and we’re excited to have them in our community,” said Spencer.
Customer Delta Thompson says she normally shops at the Gabe’s in Beckley, West Virginia but is glad she doesn’t have to travel so far to go to a shop she loves so much.
Gabe’s is located at 3977 E Cumberland Road, Bluefield, WV 24701.