Don't say the " butcher " is gone, I met two that is alive and doing well at 

On the way up to Richmond, Ky Wed I stop off in their shop in Alcoa, Tennessee, I met Shawn Banks, Dan Markel, owner and manager of the Local. 

                               Dan                                                                           Shawn

My wife bought a few things from them, one item was some of their Beef Sausage, Man that was some " Fine " eating

I also got to meet their up and coming " Butcher " Jordan Lyons, He has two good teachers, The young man should make a good one !!

Face Book members you can check out the The Local Butcher Shop at https://www.facebook.com/LocalButcherAlcoa

The Local is to provide its customers the absolute best locally sourced beef, meats and accompaniments available in the region.

They have 5 core values

The Local is bringing back the neighborhood butcher shop.

Powered by chefs that truly care for the foods that they offer.

Staffed by a trained crew that knows how to help meet each customer's needs.

Supplied by the best producers of meats and treats in the region.

 Supported by a growing market of customers that crave a better, safer meal on their tables.

If you ever in the Knoxville, Tn area drop in see them