From Wilkes to Tony's, Lilburn Meat Market Changes Location, Name

When the state of Georgia came along and built a concrete barrier along Killian Hill Road near U.S. Highway 29, Tony Rattansi knew something would have to give.

His business -- Wilkes Meat Market (now renamed Tony's and in a new location)-- was down inside a shopping center, and the barrier made it even more difficult to see the shop. Poor visibility made it difficult to grow the customer base.

Having dedicated 10 years to the meat shop, Rattansi did not want to see his dream vanish. Him and his wife, Nafisa, thought for many days and nights about what to do.

"It was actually, a pretty long, drawn out decision as to whether we should move or should not move," said Nafisa Rattansi. "We had been looking for a location for well over six months."

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