DAVISON -- At a time when the economy is negatively impacting many businesses, one company is expanding in Mid-Michigan. Menards is opening its doors in Davison.
Beginning Saturday May 21st, the new Mega Store, located on 7410 E. Court Street, will host a ten-day Grand Opening Celebration.
The store will be giving away door prizes, have live product demonstrations, and slash prices on many products.
The new Menards will also have several celebrity appearances from 6pm to 8pm each day. Here’s a look at the celebrity schedule:
* Monday, May 23rd, Jahvid Best, Detroit Lions Running Back, will be at the store.
* Tuesday, May 24th, Richard Childress, RCR Racing Team Owner, will sign autographs and talk with fans.
* Wednesday, May 25th, Detroit Lions Tight End Brandon Pettigrew will greet fans.
* Thursday, May 26th, Detroit Tigers World Series MVP Mickey Lolich will make an appearance.
The store will also have a chainsaw carving expert, Paul Menard’s #27 car, and Matt Crafton’s #88 truck at the location on select days.
The company states, “Menards creates employment opportunities and economic growth while fulfilling the various home improvement needs of local homeowners, tenants, and business owners.”
The family-owned company started in 1960, and now has 263 locations across the nation.
