Schmeichel’s Repair marks 50th year of Kawasaki sales and service
Schmeichel’s Repair in McLaughlin is marking its 50th anniversary as a Kawasaki dealer. Pictured are (l-r) Dan Schmeichel, Pattie Schmeichel and Harvey Schmeichel. Founder Lester Schmeichel became a Kawasaki dealer in 1972 and the dealership remains a mainstay in the region today. Photo by Jon Flatland
Next year - 2023 - Schmeichel’s Repair in McLaughlin will celebrate its 70th anniversary of serving customers across the region. This week, the family-owned business is commemorating an equally important anniversary ... one that has led to its success and longevity on the rural landscape.
After serving as a front line mechanic in World War II, Lester Schmeichel returned to McLaughlin after the war …
