2 | Orgill Case Study Blanco, Texas, is located in the heart of the state’s Hill Country. It sits approximately one hour north of San Antonio and about one hour southwest of Austin. This location places the rural community within driving distance for individuals who want to split time between city and country living. The city’s Main Street comes straight out of central casting with a genuine Western feel, with small shops surrounding the Old Blanco County Courthouse that was built in 1885. Because of its proximity to major cities, its small-town feel and attractions like a state park and nearby Blanco River, the community has grown in recent years. The area’s housing stock ranges from newer custom homes to older, lower-priced units. Although the city of Blanco has less than 2,000 residents, additional households dot the surrounding county stretching from Blanco to the major cities it borders. Like other communities throughout rural Texas, many of the area’s residents also engage in rural lifestyle pursuits, ranging from pet ownership to small hobby farms to other activities, such as hunting, fishing and land maintenance. From a home-improvement standpoint, the community of Blanco sits a fair distance from any major retailers. The nearest Home Depot is about 25 miles outside of town and the nearest Lowe’s Home Improvement store is 40 miles from the city center. In the past, the community’s home improvement needs have been met by several small, independent hardware stores and lumber dealers. In addition to K&C Supply, the Blanco area is currently home to one lumber dealer, JMWood Products, a small Ace Hardware store and a Tractor Supply store. The Blanco Market 01 BACKGROUND
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