(Mankato, MN) – A Mankato couple has purchased Hilltop Florist and will keep the legacy of the business intact.

Just weeks after announced their retirement and impending closure, the sibling owners announced the pending sale of the florist to Kevin and Deb Newman.

Kevin & Deb Newman, pending owners of Hilltop Florist and Greenhouse

“Both Kevin and Deb have extensive backgrounds in business and involvement in the community,” says the post.  “Originally our plan was to close Hilltop Florist on July 27th, however, plans have been developed to ensure all business operations will continue seamlessly with no interruption in providing exceptional customer service.”

Hilltop’s retiring owners have operated the business for 43 years, but the business has been in existence for 139 years.

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