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Ricky Mollohan’s Culinary Largesse

September 27, 2011

  By William Thrift Photography by John Wrightenberry When Claussen’s Inn was renovated back in the ‘80’s, some suites for additional businesses were created along the side adjacent to the train tracks.  One business to set up shop in the new space was Mr. Friendly’s – purveyor of cookies and sandwiches.  In the ‘90’s, a [...]

Hennessy’s and the Main Street Revival

July 19, 2011

By William Thrift Photography by John Wrightenberry Once upon a time, the section of Main Street from the State Capitol building north toward Elmwood was exactly that – one of, if not the main streets of Columbia.  Main Street and some adjacent blocks featured a variety of shops, markets, restaurants, and other businesses frequented by [...]