Business Growth.  OK, I couldn't find a better "B" in the area than this, because for all the rural appeal that Preble County has going for it, the growth of business in the area speaks to the continued growth and improvement of the area as a whole.

When I moved to the area in 1988, Preble County was extremely limited in what it had to offer as far as retail, restaurants and the like.  In the past 20 years, we have experienced controlled growth that has brought to the area many more options while still keeping Preble County the rural, quiet area folks are accustomed to.

Smaller villages in the area such as West Alexandria, Camden and Lewisburg have seen slow but steady improvement in commerce, but the City of Eaton, heart of Preble County, has really experienced a tremendous facelift in the past few years.  Newer additions include a super Wal-mart, Shoe Show, Tractor Supply Co., Advanced Auto, O'Reillys auto, Great Clips, Family Video, Movie Gallery, Cato fashions, as well as other businesses such as banks, general stores/pharmacies like CVS and WalGreens, photography studios, home inprovement stores and more.

20 years ago, going out to eat in the area didn't offer many choices.  Today we have many more options to choose from, such as Sonic, Sky Line, Bob Evans, Pizza Hut/Wing Street, KFC, Subway, Cassanos, and more.  Not to mention local favorites such as Carmelas Pizza, Fiesta Charra Mexican Cuisine, Powerhouse Pizza, The Depot, China Wok, Peking Palace, The Red Mule, Taffy's, Beares Restaurant, Little Italys, Brumbachs BBQ, The Rib Shack, and lots more.  Rumor has it we may soon see a Buffalo Wild Wings as well as Rallys.

Since this is MY blog, I think now is as good a time as any to mention that as far as commercial growth is concerned, Preble County should seriously be considered.  Population forecasts predict an annual growth of 19%, and commercial development will continue to increase to meet the needs of the community, and increase the general retail sales volume available in the area.

If you are considering opening or growing a business of your own, NOW really is the time you should be considering the space options in the area.  Lease rates are running as low as $6.00 per square foot. 

I hope if you are considering a move in or to the Preble County area you will give me a call.  Many people just think "farms and sheep" when they think of Preble, but we really have so much more to offer.  Let me be your guide!  Thanks!