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On the cover–Sharon Killian Radke, Jennifer Gott and Susan Killian Kirby Pictured–The Killian’s team
A LEGACY OF SALES, SERVICE, AND PARTS By Kristie Darling | Photos by Shane Greene Photography
Spring is running full steam ahead into summer, and this is the time of year when your lawn and garden equipment really proves its worth. There’s plenty of cleanup from winter’s rough impact, and warm, sunny weather has now pumped up the growth of everything. And your lawn won’t wait! If your property needs attention, Killians Hardware should be your first stop for a new mower, trimmer, blower, or any other type of lawn and garden equipment, or supplies. “We work 50-plus hours a week, especially during this peak season,” owner Sharon Killian Radke explained as she gave me a full tour of the iconic hardware store. “Our team runs a well-oiled operation, from the warehouse, to the showroom, to the parts and service departments. In the store and behind 12
HICKORY LIVING • MAY 2017