Jimmy Guy has taken over full ownership of Mike’s Tire and Automotive in Ordinary, where he has worked since 1980 and served as its vice president since 2003.

Guy purchased the business from Beth Haskell widow of Monty Haskell, who owned the shop from 1976 until his death last September.

“Our goal is to continue the traditions that we have fostered over the years at Mike’s,” Guy said. “We have always prided ourselves on providing great service to our customers and their vehicles. We have a great customer base with some going back to before my time here. We’re looking forward to continuing a great relationship with them, and seeing some new faces.”

Mike’s Tire and Automotive was founded in 1954. Guy began his career there as a part-time associate in 1980 when he was just 16. He remained part time for more than two decades.  Guy came on full time in 2003 when he was approached by Haskell about becoming a partner in the business. For...