HTeaO, the nation’s leading iced tea franchise, announces the grand opening of its newest location in Kermit on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Located at 299 E State Highway 302, Kermit, TX 79745 the new store is owned and operated by franchise owners, Arcelia and Jared Easley. HTeaO offers a wide range of ultra-premium tea, water, and coffee products and caters to customers both in-store and through convenient drive-thru services. Each location boasts 20+ meticulously crafted flavors of sweetened and unsweetened tea, made using a proprietary water filtration system and 100% natural ingredients. Situated along East State Highway 302, HTeaO’s newest location is positioned in the heart of Kermit’s main retail corridor, offering easy access for residents, commuters and surrounding communities. With steady daily traffic and a strong local workforce, the store is designed to fit naturally into the routines of the community as a go-to stop throughout the day. “Kermit stood out to us right away because of how welcoming and genuine it feels,” said franchise partner Arcelia Easley. “There’s a strong sense of connection here, and that’s something we really wanted to be part of. With so many ways to customize your tea, HTeaO gives people something that feels personal, and that kind of experience fits naturally in a town like this.” “Opening our first HTeaO location is something we’re incredibly grateful for,” said Jared Easley. “Being able to bring this to a close-knit community like Kermit means a lot to us. We’re looking forward to getting to know our neighbors and becoming part of…