Versailles Welcomes Two New Businesses

The Ripley County Chamber recently held ribbon cutting celebrations at each business.

Ribbon cutting at DeKnot Bodywork and Message. Front L to R: Brandi Merkel, Ripley County Chamber Executive Director; Emily Schmaltz and Theo, Stella Schmaltz, Mary Schmaltz, Jodi Schmaltz, Orion Schmaltz, Aria Christner, Taylor Cole, Braelyn Christner, Mackie Christner, and Justin Smith, Ripley County Chamber of Commerce President. Back L to R: Eric Schmaltz, Christ Schmaltz, Emily Flood, Oakley Berry, Meghan Higham, Tyler Bond, Kaybree Christner, Denice Rayburn. Photo provided.

(Versailles, Ind.) - Two new businesses have opened in Versailles. 

The Ripley County Chamber of Commerce recently held ribbon cutting events at DeKnot Bodywork and Massage and Beauty Bar. 

DeKnot Bodywork and Massage is the go-to spot for relaxation, beauty, and self-care. They are located at 1303 S. Adams Street.

Beauty Bar is a full-service salon, offering a wide range of beauty services to their clients. Owners Emily Flood and Taylor Cole are offering a pedicure promotion for the month of July to celebrate their opening. You can find the Beauty Bar at 1301 S. Adams Street. 

Ribbon cutting at Beauty Bar. Front L to R: Brandi Merkel, Ripley County Chamber Executive Director; Aria Christner, Mackie Christner, Taylor Cole and Emily Flood, Owners, Braelyn Christner,  Aria Christner, Taylor Cole, Justin Smith, Ripley County Chamber of Commerce President. Back L to R: Jodi Schmaltz, Orion Schmaltz, Denice Rayburn, Kaybree Christner, Oakley Berry, Meghan Higham, Tyler Bond, Heather Flood. Photo provided.

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