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Guitar Czar in Murray is closing after 30 years due to economic challenges.

Tariffs, consumer reluctance to spend, and online shopping contributed to the store's closure.

General manager Kameron Anton urges support for local music shops amid rising costs.

MURRAY — When Guitar Czar took to social media on Monday to announce its closure after more than 30 years — citing tariffs and a slow economy — its comment section was filled with people offering words of support and encouragement for the business.

Some even recounted buying their first guitar at the shop. Now, past and present customers will have to hold onto their memories, as Guitar Czar plans to close its doors one last time next weekend.

Kameron Anton, general manager at the store, said they're not only feeling

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