Mill Hill General Store

08/16/2026

Thank you, Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce, for the nomination. There are some amazing folks on this list, so just being a part of it means so much!

✨ Meet the 2026 Duke Energy Citizenship & Service Award Nominees! ✨

The Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce is proud to recognize seven outstanding individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to service, leadership, and making a difference in our community. 💛

🏆 Duke Energy Citizenship & Service Award Nominees:

1️⃣ Shelly Williams Gref – Copper Penny
2️⃣ J.R. Blanton –Element Church & Hope House Coffee Co.
3️⃣ Kisha McDowell – Grahamtown Team
4️⃣ Christy Freeman Houser – Mill Hill General Store
5️⃣ Mayor Jimmy Dancy – Town of MyRutherfordton
6️⃣ Lou Gilliam –WAGY RADIO formerly WCAB
7️⃣ Woodrow Terry Fountain Jr– Fountain Electric & Services

These incredible nominees represent the spirit of citizenship and service that makes Rutherford County such a special place to live, work and grow.

🌟 Stars of Rutherford Awards Gala
📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Tryon International Equestrian Center
✨ Theme: Art Deco / Roaring Twenties

Join us for a formal red-carpet evening featuring dinner, award presentations, music, dancing and a celebration of the outstanding people, businesses and organizations making a lasting impact on Rutherford County.

🎟️ Registration is OPEN!
Members: $40 per person | $70 per couple
Non-Members: $50 per person | $90 per couple
Table Sponsorships: $550

👉 Register today and join us for an unforgettable evening!

REGISTER FOR THE STARS OF RUTHERFORD GALA⁠

Congratulations to all of our Duke Energy Citizenship & Service Award nominees! We look forward to celebrating each of you! ⭐

08/15/2026

Giveaway Time! Ellembee Gifts is bringing back Puffy Paint and to celebrate they sent me a 6-month onesie that says “Little Bro.” Be the first one to come in the store and tell me you want the “Bro” onesie and it’s yours- that’s it! Just come see me:).

Go ahead and checkout the new puffy paint tea towels while you are here😉.

08/15/2026

Thank you for your patience, but we are happy to announce that Bourbon Pecan Peanut Butter is back in stock from Big Spoon Roasters (NC)! We also have your favorite nut butter bars back and their new seasonal: Cherry Pie Cashew & Almond Butter. Run down today and grab a jar.
***Fresh local eggs (chicken & duck) have been restocked also!!***

08/14/2026

New t-shirts and restocks on favorites! “Immediately no.” is in moss green and “Let Them.” is in peach.

08/13/2026

Some funnies for you today:)! If you’re looking for a quick gift, keep us in mind. We strive to make gift-giving easy while not taking away from uniqueness. Choose your gift, choose your card, and we will bag it and place tissue paper- one stop and you’re done!

08/12/2026

Are you ready to pretend it’s fall!?! 🍂🍎☕️

Asheville Tea Company’s Seasonal Teas are here!! Spiced Apple Butter, Ginger Turmeric, and Pumpkin Pie Chai - 20 tea bags per box. Stop in a grab a box or three:).

08/11/2026

Can’t go through National Son and Daughter Day without giving a shoutout to Reid! It’s been so great having him back at the store part-time. I’m a lucky gal to have him as a son❤️.

08/11/2026

Be sure to stop by Spellbound Stitchery tomorrow for their ribbon cutting and welcome them to town!

We are so incredibly excited to share that we are officially moved into our new studio and ready to welcome you inside!

Join us for an open house and ribbon cutting on August 12th at 12pm EST to celebrate this next chapter. Come hang out, explore the new space, and see our designs in person. We cannot wait to welcome you through our doors!

08/07/2026

Not the best pictures, but I’ve restocked the enamel pin section!! Stop in and check them out.

08/07/2026

Tonight is FAB! We will be open until around 7:30ish. Stop in to see us!

*if FAB is called off for weather, we will close at 6:00 like usual- 🤞that won’t be an issue!

Be sure to come out to FAB this Friday Night, August 7, 2026!

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Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce