Mickey Starling
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Just a short time after Badcock Furniture closed its doors across the nation, Andy Johnston, the owner of the Branford, Madison and Monticello stores, has revived the business, opening as Johnston Signature Furnishings. The newly-branded store opened on Saturday, Nov. 16. He owned seven Badcock stores in the North Florida area, and all of them reopened under the new name. Thanks to Johnston, our area was fortunate. Only about 100 of the 384 Badcock stores that closed have reopened. Johnston is proud to announce that more than the name is changing. The same customer care and service that helped the Branford store rank number five in the nation will be even better for local customers. “We are providing better quality at better prices,” said Johnston. “Special orders and multiple-color options will also be available. We will feature a full assortment of appliances, with financing available as well.” Store hours are slightly different from the Badcock days, with all of Johnston’s stores closing on Sunday. Regular business hours are Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. “I’m grateful for the community’s support for the past five years,” said Johnston. “We look forward to continue giving even better service and pricing going forward.” Johnston Signature Furnishings is located at 903 Suwannee Ave. NW, in Branford.