KEARNEY, Neb. (NEWSCHANNELNEBRASKA) - Downtown Kearney is getting a fresh twist on a classic treat.

The Knot Shop is a new soft-baked pretzel store from local entrepreneur Kyle Sayler, and it officially opens its doors Friday, November 7 at 6 p.m.

Sayler also owns the nearby business Cellar Screen Printing, and says the idea came after seeing how much families enjoyed visiting the downtown ice cream shop The Golden Spoon, which is next door.“I saw all the families coming, all the smiles going in and out the door,” said Sayler. “That’s when I started thinking, what’s something that could complement that and keep people downtown a little longer?”

The answer turned out to be pretzels — but not just the standard salted kind. The menu features both classic bites and bold creations, including

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