The Cheese Lady to Open in Loveland Next Month
Kathryn Holcomb is bringing a new 4,000-square-foot specialty cheese shop to The Shopper's Haven.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Owner Kathryn Holcomb is scheduled to open a new The Cheese Lady franchise in Loveland next month. The shop will occupy a 4,000-square-foot space in The Shopper's Haven that previously housed a Chase Bank.
Why it matters
The new franchise aims to provide the local community with access to specialty goods by bringing the established brand to the owner's hometown. It expands the store's presence beyond its existing participation in Loveland and Lebanon farmers markets.
The new 4,000-square-foot retail space will stock more than 100 varieties of cheese. The store currently operates with a footprint of 8 Michigan franchise locations.
The players
Kathryn Holcomb
She is the owner and operator who is bringing the specialty cheese franchise to her hometown.
The Cheese Lady
This is a specialty cheese franchise that maintains eight locations in Michigan.
The details
Patrons can sample products at a tasting counter before purchasing items by the pound or selecting from pre-packaged gift options. The operator will launch the space in stages, starting with the retail area and a specialized cutting counter.
Timeline
The Cheese Lady is scheduled to open in November 2026.
Market Landscape
This opening follows the broader industry trend of independent franchisees repurposing former banking real estate to establish specialty food retail hubs. It highlights the growing competition for high-traffic footprint space within suburban shopping complexes.
Local residents will gain access to more than 100 cheese varieties and serving board rentals directly within The Shopper's Haven. The store will provide gift-ready pre-packaged options for shoppers looking to source specialty goods locally.
The takeaway
The addition of this specialty retailer provides residents with a new destination for artisanal food products in a previously vacant commercial space. Shoppers can plan to visit the store in November to explore the new retail counter and tasting selections.
Further reading
For more news on local business developments, visit the Loveland Openings & Closings section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Cincinnati Magazine.
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