Kewanna building owner Norman Ray's vision has turned into reality after officially opening Kathy’s Ice Cream, Coffee and Sweet Shop in downtown Kewanna last month. 

Norman, who's had a passion for remodelling homes in the past, saw potential in the building that's been everything from a beauty shop to a knick-knack store. When the previous owners talked about tearing it down in 2015, Norm jumped at the chance to help save the building. 

Inspired by the nostalgic soda shops from his time, Norm hopes the store will help bring back life to the once vibrant Kewanna. 

Managed by his daughter Kathy Sellers, the sweet tooth to Kewanna is open Monday to Wednesday from 12pm-7pm, although hours may extend this summer.

On top of the sweets and retro atmosphere, they also serve pizza, nachos, chili dogs and other snacks. The father-daughter duo said so far local support and reaction has been a positive one.