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Facebook fan pages ‘effective’ marketing tool

Washington: Facebook and its fan page module can be a very useful tool for increasing sales of a company, a new study claims.The new research from Rice University's Jones Graduate School of Business suggests that... more »

Peking Handicraft Expands Linen Collection with Jennifer Paganelli Designs

San Francisco, Calif. -- Peking Handicraft, Inc., a global manufacturer and wholesaler of high quality home decor, tabletop and giftware items, introduces its latest artist, Jennifer Paganelli, and her unique designs. Jennifer's kitchen towel, tablecloth... more »

Mission trumps money for some bookstores and gift shops

Signs on the front door of the World Bank's unabashedly wonky bookstore, the InfoShop, practically plead for customers to step inside: "Discounts for bank and fund staff & retirees on just about everything!"It's not that... more »

Call of the wildlife

The array of country furniture and accessories displayed in a sprawling timber building has always been but part of the lure of Oak & Treasures in Farmington.For some, a weekend just wasn't complete without stopping... more »

Talking Business: Floral designers branch out with own shop

When Shane Nelson saw an ad to work as a floral designer, he figured he'd give it a try. His job at the now-defunct Tollycraft yacht-building plant in Kelso was likely going away, and Nelson... more »

Valley retailers band together for shop hop

Most locally owned retailers are unable to compete head-on with the multimillion-dollar marketing campaigns that national chains rely on.So they have to be smarter.In Spokane Valley, the Desperate Housewives Shop Hop is a premier example... more »

Ask the experts: Local marketing gurus offer their best advice to businesses

How can I get more exposure for my small business with very little money?Drew Janes: Business owners looking to stretch their marketing dollars with big money results should look to one of two things: social... more »

AngelStar’s New Product Set Celebrates a Mother’s Love

Morgan Hill, CA -- AngelStar®, a leading inspirational gift company recognized for its distinctive ivory colored inspirational products and Worry Stones˙, introduces its Angel and Baby Box and Stone Set to its Box and Stone... more »

Winter Olympic Souvenirs Sell Out Fast

In downtown Vancouver, one of the biggest attractions is not an Olympic venue - it's a department store. The Hudson's Bay company store is the only official Vancouver Olympic store, and fans are willing to... more »

New ‘beautique’ in Turner

A self-described "hometown girl" has opened a new business in Turner — and coined a new catch phrase for her eclectic shop.Danielle Adams of Turner opened Sweet Country Salon at 5255 Boise St. SE, Turner,... more »