# Lakeview Electronics Shop Closes After 55 Years

Royal Home Entertainment, a 55-year-old Lakeview shop, closes after serving neighbors with record and movie rentals. It evolved from record sales to electronics repairs. Owner Joe DeGuide recalls personal connections with customers.

https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/10/15/beloved-lakeview-electronics-shop-where-neighbors-found-hidden-gems-closing-after-55-years/

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Created: 2026-10-24T23:19:04.755424+00:00

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