August 7, 2025

House of Pizza Reopens After Devastating Fire

News Summary

The House of Pizza has reopened at its new location on Musgrove Street, nearly a year after a fire destroyed its previous site. The local community is rallying behind the restaurant’s owner, who is advocating for improved signage to ensure business visibility. City officials are discussing ongoing support for businesses affected by the fire, as well as approving community assistance grants.

Clinton – The House of Pizza officially reopened at 112 Musgrove Street on August 4, 2025, nearly one year after a devastating fire destroyed its former location, along with three other businesses. The new restaurant, now located just a few doors away from the previous site, was acquired from Presbyterian College in October 2024. The community welcomed the reopening amidst ongoing discussions regarding signage and business visibility.

The fire, which took place on August 27, 2024, left significant damage not only to House of Pizza but also impacted neighboring establishments, including Kingdom Builders and an African-American museum, which have yet to secure new locations. While the cause of the fire remains officially undetermined by the City of Clinton, the event has had lasting repercussions for the local business community.

Narmeen Abojamoos, the owner of the House of Pizza, addressed her frustrations during the City Council meeting on August 4, emphasizing the importance of establishing a digital sign for her new location. Abojamoos has had her requests for such a sign denied four times, asserting that visibility is critical for her business as well as for community safety. The public comments section of the council meeting does not permit Q&A, so her concerns were presented without immediate feedback from the council members.

Mayor Randy Randall acknowledged Abojamoos’ presentation and clarified that inquiries concerning sign permissions should be directed to the city manager, a process many local business owners find frustrating. The reluctance to approve digital signage has raised concerns about the city’s support for local businesses, especially those recovering from the fire disaster.

In addition to the discussion over the House of Pizza sign, the August 4 meeting included the approval of community assistance grants amounting to $20,000 distributed to various local organizations. This financial support is part of ongoing efforts to aid businesses and community initiatives affected by the fire.

The City Council also passed two resolutions during the meeting, declaring August as “Clinton Goes Back to School Month” and “Connecting Cops and Communities Month.” These initiatives aim to foster a supportive environment for education and community safety, addressing broader concerns in the city.

In terms of infrastructure developments, City Manager Joey Meadors presented updates on several projects, including plans for sewer rehabilitation and renovations at the Fire-Police Center and Recreation Center. Community facilities such as the Vance Park splash pad have received positive feedback from residents, particularly during recent hot weather stretches.

Looking ahead, the calendar for Clinton is filled with notable upcoming events, including the SC Economic Development School scheduled for August 8 and 9 at Presbyterian College. Additionally, visioning sessions for the former House of Pizza location are planned for the end of the month, possibly indicating future development and opportunities for the area.

As the House of Pizza opens its doors once again, the local community hopes for renewed vitality in the business district, along with a supportive regulatory environment that can accommodate the needs of both established and emerging local businesses.

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