Scheetz Mercantile isn't just a place to pick up supplies — it's where your neighbors shop, where questions get honest answers, and where the counter is never too busy to pause for a chat.
A general store built on
good sense
and simpler times
Scheetz Mercantile started with a straightforward idea: a place where folks in Mt Vernon could come for what they need without the hassle of driving into town. No frills, no confusion — just honest goods at fair prices and the kind of service that comes from knowing your customers by name.
We're not a chain. We're not trying to be. What we are is a corner of eastern South Dakota that stays open, stays stocked, and stays friendly — whether you're picking up hardware for a weekend project, grabbing supplies for the farm, or just stopping by to see what's new.
Fair Prices
No surprise markups. What you see is what you pay — every day.
Real People
We recognize faces, remember orders, and actually care if you're satisfied.
Easy Access
Right off the road on 398th Ave — no detour required.
Trust
Built on reputation, not marketing. We earn it with every visit.
What We Carry
Everything you need,
nothing you don't
From the hardware aisle to the feed bin, we stock what local folks actually use — and we keep it in stock.
Hardware & Tools
Nails, fasteners, hand tools, plumbing supplies, and the basics for around-the-house projects — plus the advice to use them right.
Feed & Farm
Animal feed, livestock supplies, and agricultural essentials for the working farms and homesteads that keep this area going.
Household Goods
Cleaning supplies, kitchen basics, seasonal items, and the everyday essentials that keep a household running without a special trip.
Auto & Automotive
Motor oil, fluids, auto parts, and roadside necessities. Because breakdowns don't wait for business hours.
Snacks & Drinks
Cold drinks, trail snacks, and the little treats worth stopping for on your way somewhere else.
Seasonal & Special
Holiday decor, seasonal must-haves, and specialty items we pull in when the community asks. If you need it, we'll find it.
Can't find something? Give us a call — we often source special orders for regulars.
Our Community
We're not passing through —
we're parked here
Scheetz Mercantile exists because this community matters to us. We're not a corporation making decisions from somewhere far away. We're your neighbors, and this store is your store.
That means we stock what you actually need, keep our prices honest, and treat every person who walks through the door like they matter — because they do. When the local school needs something, we figure it out. When a farmer pulls in at 6 a.m., we're already here. That's just how we do things.
Locally owned and operated right here in Mt Vernon
Supporting local farms, schools, and community events
Fair prices that don't vanish when the economy shifts
Special orders and personal service for regular customers
Visit Us
Come say hello —
we'll be here
We're right here in Mt Vernon, easy to find and always ready to help. Stop by, give us a call, or drop an email — we respond.
