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Sweet Shop’s Sweeter Spot in Cayucos

Cayucos, CA - In July 2009, The Tribune's By the Bay column highlighted the jelly beans, chocolate turtles and taffy at the Cayucos Candy Counter. Founded in 1985, this old-fashioned sweet shop was purchased in... more »

Robin’s Village Barn Will Fit The Bill

Fairhaven, MA - Whether primitive and country décor are your passion or you're simply looking for a unique gift, Robin's Village Barn fits the bill perfectly."A lot of people are shocked when they come in... more »

Shelling it out For The Ones We Love

Valentine's Day gift-giving is projected to hit a record-setting pace this year, whether the means of expression is clothing, jewelry or a more novel approach to saying "I love you." Flowers – roses especially –... more »

Microloan Helps Iron Range Couple Buy Store, Return Home

Iron Range, VA - Catherine Branville always knew she wanted to own a store. But she wasn't sure what sort it would be. She'd moved with her husband, Gary, from Virginia on the Iron Range,... more »

Retailers Prepare for Valentine’s Day Rush

Augusta, GA - As Valentine's Day approaches, many shoppers will make a last-minute dash to the store for gifts.Jewelry stores, florists and other retailers are accustomed to consumers' last-minute shopping habits for Valentine's Day. According... more »

Fresno Store-Within-a-Store Trend Benefits Retailers

Fresno, CA - Don't be surprised if you find your favorite store in an unexpected place: inside another store.The store-within-a-store concept is growing in Fresno and nationwide as a way for bigger businesses to nab... more »

City Sales Tax Receipts Show Improvement Over Prior Year

Amarillo, TX - According to the city's sales tax receipts, Amarillo's Shop Local campaign has made a positive impact on the local economy.After seeing the results of the holiday season, City of Amarillo Finance Director... more »

Fairmont’s ‘Tour De Chocolate’ Invites People To Shop Local

Fairmont, WV - The beginning of the year can be a slow time for business owners after the rush of Christmas time is over.Main Street Fairmont has made it an annual tradition to draw customers... more »

Emery’s 5 & 10 Report Steady Saturday Business

South Knoxville, TN - A day after Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett made Emery's 5 & 10 the first "Cash Mob Hit", employees report the success is continuing into the weekend.In a phone interview with... more »

Create A Can Gift Shop Reopens Today in Ogdensburg

Ogdensburg, NY - A novelty shop co-owner said Wednesday that a State Street location is sure to mean better visibility for her fledgling business."I think traffic flow and parking will be better," said Donna J.... more »