Clover Club under new ownership

TIFFIN --- A local institution of 87 years, will be under new ownership. The Clover Club, 266 S. Washington St., will welcome Randy Waire as its new owner. Waire, a long-time Tiffin resident and is the owner of Champs Barber Shop. Waire has been working closely with the previous owner, Sharon Gosche, for a while, putting the final touches on the sale of the Clover Club, which she has successfully owned since 1997, according to a news release. Keeping what the Clover Club stands for, Waire affirms that the menu will remain unchanged, continuing to feature the dishes that have won the hearts of Tiffin's residents for years. However, Waire plans to introduce an exciting Irish pub flair to the Clover Club by incorporating a selection of enticing new menu items and a range of specialty drinks. The Clover Club dates back to its grand opening on June 5, 1936, according to the release. The building, constructed in 1893, was the original home of Dehmer & Sons Cigars and later became a soda shop. With the utmost respect for tradition, Waire has plans to commemorate the bar's original inception each year by hosting an annual celebration on this significant date. Waire stated in the release, "The Clover Club has a rich tradition, and I can't wait to keep it going for years to come. I want to thank Sharon for giving me the opportunity to purchase the Clover Club. It is truly an honor and privilege to take the torch from a Tiffin legend." Gosche, expressed her sentiments saying, "I didn't want to sell the business to just anyone. Randy is that person who understands the legacy of the Clover Club and this community." In the release, Mayor Dawn Iannantuono congratulated Waire on his future venture. "It is great to know that the Clover Club will continue to be a valuable asset to our downtown experience," she said. "Randy has shown his dedication to the revitalization of Downtown Tiffin for many years and we know this will continue for years to come. I would also like to thank Sharon for her commitment to the Clover Club's legacy and her involvement with our community." Waire will continue to operate Champs opened its doors in 2007, further cementing his dedication to serving the Tiffin community. For more information and updates on this exciting transition, please visit them on Facebook.