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Business may be picking up in Virginia City
Today is the Fourth of July in Virginia City, one of the biggest events of the year in the historic mining town, and business owners are counting on a good day. Thousands of people come... more »
Norfolk card shops go head to head
Two Norfolk shop owners will be heading to London next week where they will battle it out for the title of the region's best card retailer after being nominated for the prestigious award. Cards 'n'... more »
Willow Creek Salon and Gift now open
Some people can see an old house, the potential it has if given some tender loving care and then remodel it to become exactly the type of place they envisioned. That's exactly what Veronica Anderson... more »
Dallas Market Center Announces June 2008 Best of Show Awards
DALLAS — Dallas Market Center, the world's largest wholesale merchandise resource, announced the winners of the 2008 June Total Home & Gift Market Best Show Awards. Recipients were recognized during the recent market and were... more »
Woolrich Announces Picture Source as New Wall Decor Licensee
Woolrich, PA — Woolrich, Inc., the brand inspired by nature for people who enjoy an outdoor lifestyle, has partnered with Picture Source to launch a comprehensive collection of wall art. A soft launch will be... more »
Enesco acquires Gund business
Itasca, Ill. - - Enesco, LLC, a leader in the gift, and home and garden decor industries, announced the acquisition of the worldwide assets of GUND, the 110-year-old plush manufacturer. GUND is a well-recognized global... more »
Mindy Kaling of NBC’s “The Office” to Officiate “The Office Games”
New York - Mindy Kaling, writer, co-executive producer and the actress known as the chatty Kelly Kapoor on NBC's "The Office," will join fans in Scranton, PA, on Saturday, July 19 as Dunder Mifflin's hometown... more »
Sadek Reports 59 Percent Increase in Wholesale Online Sales
New Rochelle, NY — Andrea by Sadek, a leading wholesale supplier to the gift, tableware and home furnishings industries known for its range of unique products, reports a 59 percent increase in its wholesale online... more »
Nine in 10 expect gas costs to squeeze them
Washington - Four-dollar gasoline has stolen a beach vacation from Julie Jacobs' family, "little small luxuries" like exotic bath washes from Angela Crawford and dinners out from folks all over the country. Phil English has... more »
Parker City beauty salon expands with coffee bar
Parker City has a new business in town, Reflections. Open April 1, the new establishment is located on St. Rd. 32 in the former Thompson Insurance building and consists of several enterprises rolled into one.... more »
Mother, daughter work together at their gift shop
Gary - When Gwen Moore was 8 years old, her mother gave her a choice of activities to fill her leisure time. She had no idea that this choice would have a big impact on... more »
GIFT SHOP Magazine announces winner of 2008 ‘Ultimate Makeover Contest’
HANOVER, Mass. - GIFT SHOP magazine is proud to announce that Mary Haynes, owner of Kountry Nook in Pekin, IL, is the winner of its 2008 'Ultimate Makeover Contest.' The winner was chosen after careful... more »
