Howell Family Celebrates Opening With Community Welcome and Chamber Recognition

(UCBJ) – A new retail destination and children’s boutique, Rory & Ro is now open at 170 W Broad St. The Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce was on hand for the event.

According to the Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce, the celebration marked a milestone for owners Brianna and Logan Howell, who named the shop after their children, Rory and Rowan.

“Today we celebrated the grand opening of Rory & Ro, a charming new children’s boutique that has found a perfect home in Downtown Cookeville,” said the Chamber.

The boutique’s concept is rooted in family and accessibility.

“Rory & Ro carries quality, affordable clothing and accessories in sizes newborn through 12/14, with a few sweet finds for moms tucked in as well,” according to the Chamber.

R&R is just the latest in a growing stable of established downtown boutiques.

“Nestled right among the boutiques and shops Downtown Cookeville already knows and loves, it feels right at home in the neighborhood,” according to the Chamber.

Open Wednesday to Thursday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m, for more information, visit HERE or email rory.ro.children@gmail.com.

Photo courtesy of the Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber of Commerce.

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