Blooming Prairie plots its comeback after fire
But one thing is clear: The loss of The Bakery and
"It hurts. It's going to hurt our downtown," said
Firefighters are battling a blaze at a popular
"Obviously, it impacts us all," Johnson said.
But amid the loss and uncertainty,
"
Business leaders say the town's response is emblematic of the community, described by residents as welcoming and generous, and as a place where everyone knows one another.
It's not unusual for the small town to raise
"These people rally around each other," Johnson said. "This is what this town is about."
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined or publicly released.
Uncertainty surrounds both businesses. Most communities the size of
The Bakery made cakes for birthdays and family celebrations, the bread for local restaurants and businesses, even the communion wafers for church celebrations.
It was a gathering place where men and women chatted over a doughnut and coffee, and children looked forward to treats during downtown trips.
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"The guy made the greatest rosettes in the world," Johnson said. "People would come from all over to get them."
People who know and have talked with Fristedt about his plans say it's unclear what he plans to do. The destruction of The Bakery occurred at a time when he was nearing or at retirement.
Fristedt was unavailable for comment.
"He doesn't know yet,"
The fire erupted early
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The Sportstitch building suffered both water and smoke damage. A structural engineer inspected the building to determine whether the building can be salvaged, but a final verdict has not yet been publicly rendered.
Residents say The Bakery and Sportstitch shared a common characteristic: Both generously supported the community, its clubs and the local school district.
"They themselves supported the community," Basness said. "It's only right that the community turn around and give back to them."
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