Schimpff’s in Jeffersonville celebrates recent milestones, passes torch to 5th generation

JEFFERSONVILLE, Ind. (WDRB) — Jeffersonville officials and dozens of fans attended a celebration at southern Indiana’s world-famous candy store Friday morning.

There were three big reasons to celebrate:

  • Schimpff’s was named the Best Candy Store in America by USA Today
  • Warren and Jill Schimpff’s 35th year of owning and running the business
  • The passing of the torch to 5th generation candy maker Steve ‘Cousin Steve’ Shepherd.

Friday’s event included live music, a ribbon-cutting, candy samples and a look at how the business has evolved over the years.

Jeffersonville Mayor Mike Moore was on hand to congratulate the owners on their amazing legacy…

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