Abingdon Gifting Co. gets fresh look on Main Street Carolyn R. Wilson | For the Washington County News Mar 24, 2021 Mar 24, 2021 Updated May 17, 2023 0 1 of 3 Cassie Rowe’s Abingdon Gifting Co. has relocated to Main Street, where Rowe says foot traffic has been better, even during the pandemic. Contributed Photo Many of Rowe’s customers purchase gift baskets for companies or events. Contributed Photo Many of Rowe’s customers purchase gift baskets for companies or events. Contributed Photo Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Carolyn R. Wilson | For the Washington County News ABINGDON, Va. — A small store owner credits moving downtown for helping her stay in business during the pandemic.kAmr2DD:6 #@H6 925 366? @A6C2E:?8 7@C ?62C=J E9C66 J62CD 367@C6 D96 E@@< E96 A=F?86 2?5 C6=@42E65 96C 8:7E 32D<6E DE@C6 E@ |2:? $EC66E :? p3:?85@? =2DE s646>36C]k^AmkAmxE H2D 2 564:D:@? 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