07/10/2024
I have had mixed emotions in trying to convey my feelings for this post. (Short versions, as you all know, is not my style.) This is my last post on Facebook as Debi Cagle, owner of Cagle’s Appliance Center.
It has been a long 3-year battle with SBCTA and eminent domain. On June 10, 2024 the case was settled. Of course I was not the winner, and SBCTA being a part of our County Government won their case, not in my favor. My family business will NOT be relocating and officially, after 72 years of serving our community, Cagle’s is no longer in business. I have seen my warehouse being leveled to the ground to make room for the new bus stop. My brother Gary and I have put the retail store on the market for sale. Cagle’s is truly no longer.
SBCTA could not take away my family name. The years of service that my family, my employees, and myself, have provided you, will always be remembered in our hearts. I had the honor of helping all of you, my special customers and friends, some for four generations. That will live on forever, and never be forgotten by you, my family, past and present, and myself.
Once I dealt with my anger, hurt, and frustration, I let my faith take over and as always, God answered my prayers. I received my peace. I will be able to happily retire, enjoying the peace my heart now has. I truly was the “winner” having all of you as my customers and friends for all these years.
SBCTA did not take my inventory. My parts inventory was purchased by Emmanuels Appliance and my appliance inventory, including air conditioners, was purchased by Advanced Appliance Liquidation. The contact info and a complete list of other referrals are on the Cagle’s web site at www.cagles.com. Please support them all going forward.
This is not a goodbye; this is a thank you from the bottom of my heart and soul. It is not the end, it is just a new beginning.