SWANNANOA, N.C. (WLOS) — A local produce stand in Swannanoa is still sitting empty, nearly one year after Hurricane Helene. The family-owned shop, known as Ledford’s Produce, says they are not opening back up.
Owner David Ledford opened Ledford’s Produce over 20 years ago; He started the business in a smaller building further up US-70.
As a farmer himself, it seemed like the perfect opportunity. He sold fresh-grown produce and animal feed. Ledford said his business became a staple for the Swannanoa community…