Yesterday we reported that Hartman’s Bakery in Manitowoc caught fire, resulting in the closure of all three locations.
The home store in Manitowoc does all of the baking for the stores in Two Rivers and Plymouth, which puts Austin and Luisa Rehrauer, the owners of Hartman’s in a difficult position.
However, the giving nature of the Lakeshore area community was in full force.
The Two Rivers and Plymouth locations did open up yesterday to sell the items they had prepared, and within two hours, they were out of stock.
Hartman’s went to Facebook to voice their appreciation, saying “I am speechless, heartbroken and yet feel so much love.”
Several local businesses have also stepped up to help out.
Catalyst Studio, Shades of Paradise, Luxe Beauty Bar, and State of Grace have all started fundraising events to help keep the historic Hartman’s Bakery afloat.
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined, nor has the cost of the damages.
