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Main Street Matters: Don’t let storms wash away assets
by Mackenzie Krob, Main Street West Branch · Op-Ed · July 17, 2014
There is no debate that the recent rains have wreaked havoc upon our community. Events like these are never one’s choosing. But in the darkest clouds, if we choose, we can see a silver lining.
For myself, the shiny lining I see is in the strong, interconnected community that we have in West Branch.
I need not look any farther than the downtown area (on of the most affected areas by the storms) to see that.
Here lie residents, businesses and building owners coming together to share in the pain and persevere.
They chose to work hard and understand that cooperation is an important element when it comes to everyone’s success. West Branch is fortunate to have a quaint and thriving downtown with a mix of businesses, beautiful historic buildings, and one that is full of history and stories to share.
Having a healthy, vibrant downtown is vital to the community as a whole.
So, as the final touches on the clean-up happen, let this disaster serve as another reminder to us all.
When the clouds pass and the water recedes, the shop doors are open and ready for business.
Make shopping local a priority. Check out the Farmer’s Market. Take a walk downtown and see the beauty of it.
Let us not forget the assets that lie in the heart of our community.
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