All current and former employees of the Fred’s Discount Store in Ardmore are invited to a Fred’s Employee Reunion in honor of the store’s 30th anniversary. The reunion will be held Sunday, August 27, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. in the First National Bank Community Room in Ardmore.

“We would like to encourage all current and former employees to come and enjoy a day of fellowship and reminiscing,” said Store Manager Bill Anderson.

Those attending are asked to bring a covered dish for a potluck luncheon. Door prizes will be given away during the afternoon.

Fred’s Discount Store, originally known as Vick’s, began stocking their building in August of 1976 in the L&S Shopping Center. The store opened for business in October 1976. Manager Bill Anderson and employee Linda Faulk have been there since the beginning. Fred’s offers a variety of items including household items, cleaning supplies, health and beauty aids, toys, gardening items, automotive products, pet products, school supplies, food items, greeting cards and much more.