Sherman's Irish Pub in Vernon was left severely damaged after a fire broke out just as St. Patrick's Day celebrations were about to begin. According to ABC12, the blaze that engulfed the Main Street establishment yesterday prompted a large response from firefighters and first responders from Shiawassee and surrounding counties. "It's a temporary loss," Vernon Township Fire Chief Dan Bannister was quoted as saying. "Sherman's had a lot of customers in the village. It was a thriving business. I've talked to the owners they're going to rebuild and hopefully the community will stick behind them."
The community quickly responded to the loss, with the pub's owner using social media to thank local residents for their support. The owner’s statement, reported by WLNS, emphasized the connections formed at the pub and its significance beyond just the building. A witness described seeing smoke coming from the nearby Village of Vernon Office, providing a visual of the events.
Firefighters from the Fowlerville Area Fire Department confirmed that no hydrants in Vernon were available, requiring them to truck in water to fight the flames. The cause of the fire remains unknown, and no injuries have been reported.
