Al Smith (holding the scissors), with his wife Pat, is shown with staff and Great Bend Chamber of Commerce ambassadors at a ribbon cutting on Thursday, Oct. 12, outside the Abbey Carpet & Floor. The business hosted a chamber coffee to celebrate 50 years and its recent renovation. The Smiths’ grandson Creighton Lahman and his wife Sasha, standing next to Al, are helping this family owned business continue its tradition of quality workmanship and products. When it comes to flooring, “We’re here to help you A-Z in making that process as seamless as possible,” Creighton said. Al thanked the loyal customers and commented on the Lahmans. “There’s nothing better than to see someone take what you’ve built and go on with it.”