There has been recent speculation about what might be moving into the former Toys “R” Us building in Fort Gratiot Township. The wait is over as the Economic Development Alliance of St. Clair County has confirmed that Godwin’s Furniture has acquired the building. The Michigan-based business was founded in 1948 when two brothers left the coal fields of Wales to pursue a better life in the United States. They first purchased a modest grocery store in Saginaw, Michigan and over the years, the family watched the township grow out and around the store. One furniture store has grown to 10 stores in mid-Michigan including locations in Lapeer, Midland and Flint. The Fort Gratiot Township location will be store number 11. Fort Gratiot Township Community Development Director Sharon Wilton said the company contacted the township about six weeks ago. At this time, there is no official move-in date. The property is located at 4235 24th Avenue across from Birchwood Mall.
