NEWBURGH, Ind. – After five months of construction and remodeling, Kim’s Furniture is preparing for a full reopening on Tuesday, November 19. The store, which lost part of its roof and suffered interior damage during a tornado earlier this year, will mark its return with a special “tornado sale.”
Owner thanks community for patience
Co‑owner Kim Ross expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support from Newburgh residents while the shop was closed for repairs. “It just worked out timing‑wise that it’s right before Thanksgiving, a time for us to be really thankful, but also a time for us to get back to work with our customers,” Ross said during a soft opening held Thursday.
What shoppers need to know
Ross emphasized that the upcoming sale will be cash‑only and that the store will not provide delivery services. Customers are encouraged to bring a pickup truck or a vehicle large enough to transport furniture purchases. “We’ve already had four trucks show up this week with new inventory that will hit the floor, and we’ll set everything up in pretty vignettes,” she added.
Rebuilding after the storm
The tornado that struck Newburgh in June caused significant roof damage to the Kim’s Furniture building and left several pieces of inventory exposed to the elements. The owners worked with local contractors to replace the damaged roofing, repair interior walls, and install new lighting and flooring. The renovation also included updating the showroom layout to better showcase new collections.
Local economy boost
The reopening is expected to provide a modest boost to the local economy. Kim’s Furniture employs several Newburgh residents and plans to hire additional staff to handle the increased traffic from the sale. The store’s return also adds to the downtown retail mix, offering residents more options for home furnishings without having to travel to larger neighboring cities.
Community invitation
Ross invited Newburgh shoppers to attend the reopening and take advantage of the discounts. “We just need the community to come out and help us clear this out,” she said. The “tornado sale” will feature reduced prices on a range of items, from bedroom sets to living‑room sofas, as the store works to move the newly arrived inventory.
Looking ahead
Kim’s Furniture hopes the reopening will signal a return to normalcy for both the business and the surrounding neighborhood. With the holiday season approaching, the owners are optimistic that the sale will attract families looking to furnish their homes for upcoming gatherings. The store will continue to operate on a cash‑only basis for the foreseeable future while it assesses the feasibility of adding delivery services later in the year.
For more information about the reopening hours and sale details, residents can contact Kim’s Furniture directly at (812) 555‑0198.
Original reporting: 14 News WFIE Evansville (news) — read the source article.
