Mar 23, 2008

Lancaster’s historic government square bustles with business activityBy Craig D. ReberTheOnline.com

Lancaster, Wis. — When Lancaster Mayor Jerry Wehrle wants out of his wife Judy’s doghouse, he knows where to go.

“This shop gets a lot of guys out of hot water,” said Wehrle, referring to Country Flowers & Gifts, located at 129 S. Jefferson St.

The store is one of nearly 30 entities surrounding the historic Grant County Courthouse on the city’s downtown square.

The square resonates with a vibrant blend of retail and services. People can learn self-defense and receive dental treatments. Perhaps not surprisingly, there are four law offices dotting the area, as well as the county’s administration building on the northeast corner. Land transactions are conducted in three title offices on the square.

Most business operators agree the square’s location is attractive.

“Obviously the traffic,” said Stephanie Schmidt, 23, who owns Country Flowers & Gifts.

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