The House concurrent resolution No. R-57 congratulates Keelers Bay Variety Store (KBV) in South Hero on the 50th anniversary of the Horne family's ownership. The store, which was purchased by Gail and Mark Horne in 1974, has transformed from a small grocery store into a full-service general store offering a bakery, craft beers, spirits, butchery, and gasoline sales. Under the Hornes' leadership, KBV has gained a reputation for excellent customer service and has received several accolades, including the Grocer of the Year award from the Vermont Grocers Association in 2000 and the Business of the Year award from the Lake Champlain Islands Economic Development Corporation in 2017.

The resolution highlights the store's significant role in the community, including its support for local nonprofit organizations and its recent celebration of the 50th anniversary with a special Customer Appreciation Day. The store is now co-owned by the Hornes' daughter, Wendy, and has been affectionately dubbed "The Heart of the Island." To commemorate this milestone, a limited edition ale was created by Kraemer & Kin Brewery. The resolution concludes by directing the Secretary of State to send a copy of the resolution to KBV, recognizing its contributions to the community and its enduring legacy.