ICYMI: Idaho Man’s Heartwarming Act—Moved His Business For ONE Special Customer!
When the last video rental store in Pocatello was set to close forever, what happened next left an entire community in tears. 🌐 #News #PocatelloID #Idaho #Heartwarming
POCATELLO, ID — In an era where streaming dominates entertainment, most video store owners simply lock their doors and walk away. But David Kraning refused to let his Pocatello, Idaho store’s closure destroy the weekly ritual of his most devoted customer.
A Simple Routine That Changed Everything
For 15 years, Christina Cavanaugh, a 35-year-old woman with Down syndrome, visited Video Stop three times every week with her mother Toni. The mostly nonverbal Christina found joy in selecting her beloved Disney movies, especially favorites like Mulan, Hercules, and Pinocchio.
The Business Decision That Became Personal
As streaming services crushed profits at Video Stop, Kraning knew the inevitable end was approaching. But instead of simply shutting down, he crafted an extraordinary solution that would preserve Christina’s cherished routine.
A Corner of Joy
In a remarkable twist, Kraning transformed a section of his adjacent K & B Kwik Stop convenience store into what employees now affectionately call Christina’s Corner. He carefully selected 200 DVDs, including 50 Disney classics, ensuring Christina’s favorites made the cut.
More Than Just Movies
The miniature rental shop continues to provide Christina with more than entertainment. During her regular Monday, Wednesday, and Friday visits, she practices life skills by handling the $1.05 rental fee herself. Though she communicates non-verbally, her appreciation shines through in gentle touches to the clerk.
A Community Impact
While the story has attracted other former customers to Christina’s Corner, none match her dedication. The tale spread through local media, touching hearts across East Idaho and proving that sometimes the smallest business decisions can have the most profound human impact.
Behind the scenes, Kraning maintains the same careful arrangement of movies, preserving the familiar environment that means so much to his special customer.
For Christina and her mother Toni, this small corner of DVDs represents far more than just a rental spot – it stands as proof that in small-town Idaho, some business owners still put people before profits.
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