
Welcome to The Outer Ring Market.
We are proud to be your hometown provider of high quality local and regional meats, seafood, dairy, produce, and sundries.
We are proud to be your hometown provider of high quality local and regional meats, seafood, dairy, produce, and sundries.
The Outer Ring Market is owned and operated by Britt and Mark McKinney who relocated to Lincolnton in July, 2023. Britt is a native of Lincolnton, and Mark grew up just across the river in McCormick, SC. Having lived in the upstate of SC for most of their nearly 30 year marriage, the couple and their young adult children, Katie Britt an
The Outer Ring Market is owned and operated by Britt and Mark McKinney who relocated to Lincolnton in July, 2023. Britt is a native of Lincolnton, and Mark grew up just across the river in McCormick, SC. Having lived in the upstate of SC for most of their nearly 30 year marriage, the couple and their young adult children, Katie Britt and Ben, are excited to bring you a high touch, high service market with a small town flavor. We are thankful for the opportunity to serve you and earn your business.
To be honest, this all started with no history in this business … so perhaps ‘our delusional vision’ or ‘crazy idea we hope works’ is a more apt title to the section.
From original idea to where we stand today is a path fed by so many inputs, twists and turns, and God’s hand. Mark & Britt (aka, us), are originally from the area – Mark ha
To be honest, this all started with no history in this business … so perhaps ‘our delusional vision’ or ‘crazy idea we hope works’ is a more apt title to the section.
From original idea to where we stand today is a path fed by so many inputs, twists and turns, and God’s hand. Mark & Britt (aka, us), are originally from the area – Mark hailing from the metropolis of Plum Branch, suburb of McCormick, SC, and Britt a resident of Lincolnton, GA for most of her life (save for living in 5 different states by the time she was in 2nd grade following her dad’s job … ‘ole dad’ or Butch as most knew him).
After marrying, Mark and Britt resided in the Greenville/Spartanburg area – Britt an educator and Mark a traveling software mogul (not really, but that sounds better than salesman).
Following the death of Britt’s mom in March 2023, the family decided to move ‘home’ and live in the house in which Britt grew up. Moving back to a small town meant trying to find jobs and a way to support this crazy bunch.
Britt’s path was heart driven … she has always been an educator and KNEW she wanted to keep working with children. Having been an administrator for the most recent 10+ years, she chose a path to get back in the classroom and has never been happier (except for her wedding day … Mark’s words, not hers).
Mark had grown weary of airplanes, zoom calls, and the corporate world and was intent on doing something ‘different’ … and one idea was to start a business in Lincolnton … but what? The family took a poll and each of them (Mark, Britt, Katie Britt and Ben) wrote down businesses that they thought could be of value to Lincolnton. Every one of them wrote down ‘a Country Meat Center type place’.
The Country Meat Center https://countrymeatcenter.com/ is a local market run by the Brown family in Woodruff, SC where the McKinneys moved from when relocating to Lincolnton, GA. The Brown family has been in the market business for years upon years upon years. They love on people, have amazing products, and you feel better coming out than when you went in. Mark went in, found Mr. Niles Brown sitting in his office and made the introduction – “Hi Mr. Niles, my name is Mark McKinney, and I want to do what you’ve done here, but in a small town in Georgia. I have no experience doing this type of thing, and I’d appreciate your help and guidance.”
Mr. Niles said ‘You want to do this (waving arms)? In Georgia? Sir, I will do anything in my power to help you’. And from that, a friendship ensued, and his fingerprints are all over The Outer Ring Market.
Mark also reached out to a local fixture in Edgefield, SC The Ole Edgefield Butcher Shop (https://www.oleedgefieldbutchershop.com/) and Mr. Robert Brazell. Mr. Robert selflessly offered up his time and his years of experience to meet with the McKinneys and share his wisdom and guidance on how to go about establishing a business. One of the most telling moments in that first meeting was this; Mark asked ‘Mr. Robert, give me your best piece of advice … above all else, what is that thing I need to do or NOT to do?’ to which Mr. Robert said ‘Have your building blessed. God’s hand has been on us from day one, and we could not do this without Him.’
So we did, and we have been blessed beyond measure with support, relationships, and opportunities to grow as a family.
This business gives us a chance to offer a service and high quality products to the community and surrounding areas while loving on folks and being the hands and feet of Jesus, just like Mr. Niles and Mr. Robert. In addition, we get to ensure that Britt’s mom, Jane’s, legacy lives forever through the homemade recipes we sell featuring her recipes.
We thank you for taking the time to learn a little more about what we do, and how we came to be. Come see us if you haven’t already … and if you’ve already been, come back!
The outer ring of a grocery store is where the healthy food usually lives: fruits, vegetables, lean meats, fish, eggs ... you get the picture. These are items that grew or lived outdoors. And that's what we are about ... that is what you will find here.
Our goal is to provide those 'Outer Ring' items that our customers desire - if you do
The outer ring of a grocery store is where the healthy food usually lives: fruits, vegetables, lean meats, fish, eggs ... you get the picture. These are items that grew or lived outdoors. And that's what we are about ... that is what you will find here.
Our goal is to provide those 'Outer Ring' items that our customers desire - if you don't see it stocked - tell us, and we will do our best to add it.
The Outer Ring provides high quality local and regional meats, seafood, produce, and dairy products all with a smile and a desire to see you eat good and live well. Our full service staff will ensure that you get the cut you want - just how you like it. If you don't leave smiling, we haven't done our job.
Pre-made meals also available
The Outer Ring provides high quality local and regional meats, seafood, produce, and dairy products all with a smile and a desire to see you eat good and live well. Our full service staff will ensure that you get the cut you want - just how you like it. If you don't leave smiling, we haven't done our job.
Pre-made meals also available for when you just don't feel like cooking - hey, it happens! Boar's Head Deli wraps made to order each day and don't miss Smash Steak Burger Fridays!
Haven't been in yet? Let us show you around ...
Give the gift that's guaranteed to be the right size - high-quality meat, seafood, meals with our e-gift cards! Perfect for any occasion. Physical cards available in-store.
We welcome every relationship that walks through our doors - old and new. Y'all Come!
104 Main Street, Lincolnton, Georgia 30817
Open today | 11:00 am – 06:00 pm |
If you've found us when we are closed, drop us a line and let us know how we can be of service.
Welcome to the Ring. Enjoy your visit here but please do come see us at 104 Main Street in Lincolnton, GA or call us at 706.359.9866 with questions.
GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE ONLINE AND IN STORE
Hours:
Tuesday - Friday 11AM - 6PM
Saturday 10AM - 2PM
Closed: Sunday & Monday
Cash, Credit, Checks and EBT accepted.
Need to special order something? Just ask us ... if it can be gotten, we will get it. Need great meats for holiday meals, weddings, etc? Yep, let us get that for you.
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