Ralph & Ava’s was sold at the end of December to Chad Swinford, who plans to open a new restaurant under the guidance of Paul and Shelly Slagle. (Courtesy photo)
MOORESVILLE — The historic building in the heart of downtown Mooresville that was the previous home of beloved restaurant Ralph & Ava’s was sold to a new owner Dec. 31.
Shane Williams, the property owner since about 2011, sold the building to BrightSpot Community Housing Operator Chad Swinford after Ralph & Ava’s had already closed.
“I had wanted to buy the building for a long time, as far back as when Shane bought it,” Swinford said. “I didn’t have the money at the time, and he did.”
Located at 6 W. Main Street, Ralph & Ava’s had for years been a cherished part of the Mooresville community. Right off the main downtown intersection, the restaurant frequently hosted live music and packed the house, receiving rave reviews from patrons. Before it finally closed permanently in November, the restaurant had ...
