Corky Keel takes over Main Street business

Corky Keel is the proud new owner of D&G Antiques located on Main Street. Corky takes over the business just as Main Street construction is about to move directly in front of his store. (James Clark photo)

I have to admire Corky Keel for his bravery. He has become the new owner of D&G Antiques with full knowledge Main Street construction is about to take place directly in front of his business.

But Corky certainly has the right attitude.

“I don’t look to make a dime while road work is going on,” said Corky. “But I’m going to be here anyway. They way I figure it, this is a good place to loaf.

“My first three weeks have surprised me. Business has been good. But I know it’s fixing to stop.”

Corky and his wife, Thetis, bought the business at the beginning of August from Daphne and Johnny Greene. Thetis is a kindergarten teacher at Dibrell and Corky is well known for his lawncare and stump removal business.

Corky’s love of lawncare has been passed down to his son, Scottie, who has worked hard to make McMinnville Lawn & Garden a good business.

“Scottie has really built that into something that’s way more than anything I ever had,” said Corky.

As for his antiques, Corky carries a little of everything from Fenton glassware to lamps to furniture to Elvis memorabilia. He says antique furniture is his favorite aspect of the business.

Corky wants to stress he has a back entrance that will be open when Main Street construction closes his front entrance. You can access that entrance by parking in the back Fraley’s parking lot and following the signs to D&G Antiques. For more information, give Corky a call at 474-1818.