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Made in St. Louis: Rachel Shelton

St. Louis, MO - Rachel is a creator of eco-friendly handmade bags and other accessories from recycled and natural materials. She is the owner of Sew Good and Trendy. She makes the Eco-Wrapper, a reusable... more »

Women in Business: Jan Beale

Montgomery, AL - Jan Beale has successfully transitioned from selling the family machine works business to operating You Name It! em­broidery and gift store off At­lanta Highway in Montgomery.In between those two ven­tures, the Auburn... more »

307 First Buy Local Campaign Hopes to Make a Difference

Casper, WY - A new state-wide buy-local organization, 307 First, held a rally in Casper on Feb. 2 to encourage individuals in Wyoming to consider the benefit of spending persoanl money in their local economies.... more »

SBA Lending Returns to Pre-Boom Levels

Washington, DC - A steady flow of new loans backed by the Small Business Administration in the Washington area is helping some institutions return to the pace of lending that was common in the pre-boom... more »

Local Business Owner Hopes to Woo Shoppers with Iowa City Valentine’s Day Store

Iowa City, IA - Want to check out Valentine, the new Valentine's Day themed craft and clothing store on the Pedestrian Mall that opened this week?If so, you've got about two weeks.For local business owner... more »

New Business: Floral Moments by Juju Buds

Chelmsford, MA - Floral Moments by Juju Buds opened for business at 48 Chelmsford Street in September. Although the shop is new, the owner, Judy Burke, has extensive knowledge and experience as a florist.Burke said... more »

Clover Shop Hub for Crafters

Clover, SC - Andrea Meglii enjoys making handmade crafts, but she grew tired of lugging her refinished furniture to craft shows. So she decided to offer a venue for local crafters to sell their wares.Meglii... more »

Olney Chamber Launches Contest to Encourage Shoppers to Spend Locally

Olney, MD - Calling all shoppers and sleuths.To encourage residents of greater Olney to shop locally, the Olney Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a contest — I Spy Olney.The chamber has photographed items in 10... more »

Business Spotlight-It’s Time Clock Shop

Clarksville, TN - What is more appropriate than giving the name It's Time Clock Shop to your store that is in the business of helping people keep track of time. But as we're going to... more »

Anderson Businesses Cross Promote for Mutual Success

Anderson, CA - "Shop local" is a new buzz phrase that has been popularized by local businesses trying to promote sales. Now, the concept is taking off in Anderson in two very unique ways.It is... more »