The city's renovation of Water Street, complete with wide sidewalks and old-fashioned street lights decorated with hanging flower baskets in summer and evergreen roping in winter, has helped, Russell said. So did the investment merchants made to restore their buildings. The more shops there are, the better. He's heard increased interest in the remaining buildings on Water Street, especially since Shullsburg was selected as the site for a casino and resorts complex. But whether the casino becomes a reality or not, Russell expects continued growth.
Plans call for the restaurant to expand.
An adjoining building could be home to about a dozen guest rooms upstairs and a hotel lobby. The restaurant's bar could move there, leaving more room for dining. A hotel could mean even more growth in the retail and business climate, he said. Bliss Communication Inc. All rights reserved. Use of this material subject to the Times Terms of Use .