Brad Gritt, general manager for Gritt’s Farm, repaints a produce stand at the South ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Farmers Market on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Gritt’s Farm, of Buffalo, will be one of the permanent vendors at the Farmers Market. The new market is set to open on Saturday, May 10.
The South ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Farmers Market, 4006 MacCorkle Ave., SW, is shown on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The new market is set to open on May 10.
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The City of South ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä will host a grand-opening ribbon cutting Saturday for its new South ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Farmers Market, which will feature Mountain State vendors, fresh produce and flowers and seven-day-a-week operation.
The new farmers market is located underneath the Interstate 64 bridge in South ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä. At Saturday’s event, moms will be treated to a free reusable shopping tote while supplies last. Families can find refreshments from Butch’s Just Drinks, Ridge to Ridge Sips & Treats, Jo Jo’s Tacos, or an ice cream stand while the kids play at a special kids zone with inflatables.
Permanent vendors in the 12,000-square-foot covered, open-air market include:
Debbie’s Corner Greenhouse
DNS Farms
Gritt’s Farm
Gritt’s Midway Greenhouse
Honey Do Produce
Steel Blooming
In addition, the Farmers Market will feature a variety of rotating food trucks and specialty vendors throughout the season.
The South ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Farmers Market, 4006 MacCorkle Ave., SW, is shown on May 8, 2025. The new market was set to open on May 10.
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With all that ahead for shoppers in South ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä, the mayor, for one, is excited.
“The vibe is amazing,†Mayor Frank Mullens said on Thursday as vendors prepared their stands. “I’ve been here almost 42 years. This is probably the most exciting ribbon cutting that I’ve been involved with in all that time. People have really gravitiated to this project like I wouldn’t have imagined.â€
In a news release sent earlier Thursday, Mullens added: “This is another great addition enhancing the quality of life here in South ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä. We are also excited to promote West Virginia farmers and crafters in our own backyard.â€
The general manager of one of the vendors, Gritt’s Farm of Buffalo, Putnam County, is grateful for the city’s help.
“The [City of South ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä’s] willingness to make this happen is a positive thing,†Brad Gritt said while repainting produce stands while his 12-year-old Brittany spaniel, Niko, laid beside him. “I think [the Farmers Market] is good for the community, just to add another location to the area.â€
Brad Gritt, general manager for Gritt’s Farm, repaints a produce stand at the South ÂÒÂ×ÄÚÉä Farmers Market on Thursday, May 8, 2025. Gritt’s Farm, of Buffalo, will be one of the permanent vendors at the Farmers Market. The new market is set to open on Saturday, May 10.
CHRISTOPHER MILLETTE | Gazette-Mail
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