The L&M Story
In 2000, Shannon and Adrian "Ace" Chandler moved to Osborne, KS from Manhattan. They purchased L&M Liquor in Downs, KS from Larry and Marvella Ricketts. Larry who believed everyday was a reason to celebrate, was known for wishing all a "Merry Christmas" daily. Ace & Shannon chose to keep the name the same, as Ace believed "if it ain't broke, don't fix it".
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L&M Expands
By 2003, L&M had outgrown the original location in the Lumberyard. Ace & Shannon began planning a new location, with construction starting in 2004. Together with their good friend, Jim Collins, Ace & Shannon had the new building built and ready to move in by Labor Day weekend. |
Heartbreak
In the fall of 2005, Ace was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Grehig's disease). September 2007 brought a huge loss to the L&M Family with the passing of Ace. |
Changing the Conductor
In the fall of 2016, Shannon made the hard decision to sell L&M. One who always put others before herself, Shannon was ready to slow down. The timing was perfect for our new owner, Kristal. When you stop in to see us at L&M, a piece of history is nestled in Kristal's office, as it is the same bar Shannon and Kristal shared their first drink over in 2000! |
L&M Liquor
718 Commercial
Downs, KS 67437
785.454.3538
[email protected]
Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 10pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm
718 Commercial
Downs, KS 67437
785.454.3538
[email protected]
Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 10pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm