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Economy Mutes A Longtime Louisville Record Shop
In Louisville, Ky., local businessman John Timmons is trying to figure out what’s next after selling music for more than a quarter of a century.

Timmons owned ear X-tacy records for 26 years here. The shop closed at the end of October. On a recent visit, dead roses, farewell notes and other mementos are taped to the glass doors. Fans of the shop have also been slipping notes of support under the door.

“It’s tough to let go; after 26 years, this has been my child,” Timmons says. It’s the first time he’s been inside since the store closed. Read more →