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Tax-Free Holiday Good for Retailers

Denton, TX - Though the state's tax-free weekend came and went quickly, retailers say results were positive overall. Consumer traffic was consistent throughout the three-day tax break for back-to-school shopping, which kept retailers occupied, as... more »

Savory Spice Shop Opening in Encinitas Next Month

Encinitas, CA - Whether you've mastered the soufflé or just trying to move beyond mac-and-cheese, there's a new business coming to Encinitas that's ready to help you take those cooking skills to the next level.Next... more »

Growing Back After The Storm

Ocala, FL - On June 25, standing ankle deep in the floodwaters and fighting back tears, a discouraged Lacy Rome moved inventory out of Grow Children's Boutique, not knowing what the future would hold for... more »

As School Bells Ring, Retailers Start Listening For Sleigh Bells

U.S. retailers expect another solid showing this holiday season, as summertime surveys and shipments show that companies are placing big orders even as some remain cautious about the economy.A report from the National Retail Federation... more »

‘Shop Local’ Initiatives Making Headway in South Jersey

Woodbury, NJ - With dozens of large retail chains nearby, including two Walmarts–both within a five minute drive from each other–small businesses like those in downtown Woodbury need all the help they can get these... more »

Boutique Supports Goods Handmade by Women

Middletown, CT - The ladybug is known as a symbol of good fortune in many cultures. And for Amy Becker, owner of the Ladybug Boutique since 2006 on College Street in Middletown, that luck has... more »

Uniquely Greek Ribbon Cutting

Conway, AR - What type of business is it? Greek sorority/fraternity merchandise and unique gift itemsWhat specifically does your business do? We sell greek merchandise, and create individually designed items like applique letter shirts, or... more »

Olives and Grace Brings Specialty Hand-Made Gifts to Tremont Street

Boston, MA - At Olives and Grace, it's not just about the taste. It's not just about where it's from. It's not just about the message.It's about all of the above.Sofi Madison, who opened the... more »

Creating Opportunities – Downtown Brainerd Provides An Open Door

Brainerd, MN - After looking for work and finding nothing for a year, Mary Wohl saw an opportunity to create her own job.In July, she did just that by opening a store on Laurel Street... more »

Plimpton’s Attracts Lovers Of Paper and Pen from Around the State

West Hartford, CT - Those of us who grew up in the pre-Internet age love to tell our children that, despite what they might think, we managed very well with rotary phones, manual typewriters with... more »