An early morning fire on February 8, 2026, caused significant damage to the south side of Fayetteville Square in Lewisburg, destroying four businesses: The Skin Refinery, Mercantile on Market, Young Vintage, and The Dance Academy. This incident has left a considerable impact on the local economy and community.
Fayetteville Mayor Donna Hartman described the damage as devastating, emphasizing the emotional toll this event has taken on both residents and business owners. The fire also resulted in injuries to three firefighters, who required hospitalization for treatment. Fortunately, one of the firefighters has since been released, but these injuries underscore the dangers faced by first responders in such situations.
Firefighting efforts were complicated by freezing temperatures, which posed additional challenges for the crews on the scene. The cold weather hindered firefighters’ ability to manage the flames effectively. Fire departments from Tullahoma and Huntsville provided mutual aid, assisting local firefighters in battling the blaze and working to bring the situation under control.
As the situation unfolded, heavy equipment was brought in to demolish the remaining damaged structures and to access hot spots within the affected area. This step was crucial to ensure that any lingering fire hazards could be managed effectively and to prevent further incidents.
In a separate incident, Mopey’s Family Restaurant, located on Nashville Highway, was also lost to a fire. However, details about that blaze were not included in the immediate report regarding the Fayetteville Square fire.
The community now faces the aftermath of this destruction as local officials and residents begin to assess the impact on businesses and the area as a whole, working together to recover from this unfortunate event.
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