HINTON, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Residents of Hinton and surrounding areas have been eagerly anticipating the arrival of a Roses department store at the former Magic Mart location.
The City of Hinton first gave indication of the possibility of bringing the store to the area in early 2022, noticeable progress has recently been made on the preparation of the building.
Following a Wednesday statement from Summers County Commissioner Mike Gore indicating that “Roses is coming to town,” curiosity is brewing regarding a projected opening date.
The City of Hinton released a statement Monday morning regarding the status of the store, revealing that the city has had recent correspondence with the chain.
“We wanted to give everyone an update about Roses,” read the release. “We have been in contact with them and they couldn’t take possession of the building until November 1st.”
The information seems to point to November as the earliest potential opening for the business, and further information is purported to be released as it is obtained by the city.