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Burlington County Announces ‘Shop Burlington County First’ Campaign

Burlington County, NJ - The county will hold three informational sessions next month to explain the new "buy local" initiative, Shop Burlington County First, to foster economic growth in Burlington County, Freeholder Director Joseph Donnelly... more »

What Happened When Valley Junction Shopkeeper Dreamed, ‘If I Ever Own a Store …’

Valley Junction, IA - Gail Boothe knows all about that tired couch, loveseat and chair grouping featured in the Sunday newspaper advertising sections, their upholstery a tired refrain playing in living rooms across the state... more »

Stores Turn Passion for Junk Market Finds Into Business

Waterloo, IA - The door will always be open between Dapper Designs and Vintage Window.Customers can wander between the two stores, perhaps sit on one of the headboard benches, sniff scented candles with names like... more »

Unique Shop Offers Space For Businesses to Grow

Brownwood, TX - When her last tenant moved out, Joey Broussard knew she needed to find a new tenant for her storefront across the street from Hamilton's. "I was visiting shops in Mason trying to... more »

Small-Business Spotlight: Piper’s Boutique, Valparaiso

Valparaiso, IN - Nancy Van Santen travels the nation and the world looking for the unique merchandise she sells at Piper's Boutique.The store has been in business for 30 years and remains the area's foremost... more »

Novelties Haven’t Worn Off for Boardwalk Shop Owner

Atlantic City, NJ - From his Boardwalk T-shirt and gift shop, Todd Lovitz has seen Atlantic City change over the decades - from its pre-casino days, its growth as a gambling hub, and its post-recession... more »

Signature CanvasMakers Opens Nautical Shop in Phoebus

Hampton, VA - Signature CanvasMakers celebrated moving into its own building in Phoebus and opening a maritime gift shop in March."We moved a whole block," said Charlene Clark, who owns the marine canvas shop with... more »

Von Z Boutique Opening Soon in Bucktown

Bucktown, IL - After launching her private clothing line, Cotton Candy Couture, in 2012, Lake View resident Jenna Zielbauer is bringing it to a storefront in Bucktown this summer.Von Z will celebrate its grand opening... more »

Über Boutique Owners to Open Separate Stores in Broad Ripple

Indianapolis, IN - Fans of über boutique in Broad Ripple and Carmel can look forward to the opening of a new Broad Ripple home decor and clothing store.Heidi Woodman — in another nod to her... more »

Aladdin’s Cave Of Trendy Treasures

Clevedon, UK - Tucked away down a lane behind Clevedon's clock tower, Souk is an enticing boutique offering gifts, jewellery and accessories for the home. The shop, a favourite with locals who love to buy... more »