Dr Marty Becker Names Planet Dog’s Wood Chuck One Of The Best New Pet Products For 2011

Portland, ME – Planet Dog's new, sustainable ball-tossing device, the Wood Chuck, has fetched another award. Dr. Marty Becker, the famed veterinarian, has named it one of the Best New Pet Products for 2011. Dr.... more »

Good for you Girls Natural Skin Care Unveils Expanded Product Line at 2011 Natural Products Expo West, Anaheim, California

ANAHEIM, CA – Good for you Girls , the leading all-natural skin care line for girls 9 to 15 will unveil 3 new premium products for the body to join their successful line of chemically-free... more »

Nambé Celebrates 60 Years of Exceptional, Museum-Quality Design

Santa Fe, NM. – Nambé, the renowned, award-winning design company, is about to celebrate its 60th Anniversary of providing the discerning consumer with contemporary yet, enduring artistry for the table."We are very proud to reach... more »

National Stationery Show Pre-Show Report

Hundreds of new product debuts, full collections not seen in other markets, professional development at its very best, and events that bring the entire industry together will highlight the 65th annual National Stationery Show® (NSS),... more »

Bella Sara™ Signs Agreement With Kelley and Company

SEATTLE, WASH.– Today, Hidden City Entertainment, Inc., the rights holder of Bella Sara, announces a licensing agreement with Kelley and Company. Scheduled to arrive in stores this spring, Kelley and Company will be manufacturing Bella... more »

Fashion Jewelry Line Designer Expands Distribution From Mile High to Nationwide

Denver Colorado—After 12 years of designing contemporary fashion jewelry for a limited number of boutiques, galleries and specialty gift shops, Jill Pfefer, a Denver Colorado jewelry designer, is expanding the reach of her unique Jillbeads... more »

Manufacturing Growing At Fastest Pace In 7 Years

WASHINGTON — U.S. manufacturers expanded at the fastest pace in nearly seven years last month, but a sudden rise in the price of raw materials could threaten their profits.The Institute for Supply Management said Tuesday... more »

Loans Launch Dreams For Small Businesses

Rhonda Groh is about to see her dream come true. She soon will open her own bakery — called The Bakery — at 1314 Washington St., Davenport, inside Johnny's General Store. But Groh says she... more »

Birmingham Business Kicks Off Strong In 2011

Last year brought signs of hope as Birmingham enjoyed a year of solid business growth for retailers and new business activity. Existing businesses reported sales gains in 2010, many reporting 10 percent or higher. Retail... more »

Savvy Shopper: Bargains, Unique Items At Tin Roof

Take a peek inside the Tin Roof and you'll find items such as an antique Bavarian sleigh table and a caribou trophy head."It is the thrill of the hunt," said store manager Brooke Harwood. "People... more »