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Tip Toes shop brings kids’ stuff to Holland retail
Holland — Business owners Jennifer and Matthew Holmes have opened the one store they believed downtown Holland was lacking. "The one thing that seemed to be missing from downtown was a store for babies and... more »
Small businesses battle big problems
Pittsburgh — Small business is risky business these days. Costs are rising, profits are shrinking and the ability of the big guys to keep prices relatively lower is drawing away customers. Things are so bad... more »
Stimulus checks effective, government says
Washington - The stimulus checks are working. A big increase in retail sales signaled that people are spending their rebate payments, helping to ward off a serious economic slump, at least for now. The Commerce... more »
Shanksville shop owner likes being close to family
Shanksville — September 2005 was a special month for Shanksville resident Robin Duppstadt. After years as an independent consultant for the Longaberger Basket Factory in Ohio, the Gaithersburg, Md., native took a leap of faith... more »
Gen Y Fears Wrinkles: Cosmeceutical Sales To Hit $21 Billion
Americans are hooked on multitasking lotions: A new report from Packaged Facts reports that sales of cosmeceuticals—cosmetic products that offer some additional benefits—are expected to reach $16 billion in 2007, and $21 billion by 2012.... more »
High IntenCity says i CARE with a new collection!
FAIR LAWN, NJ — High IntenCity launches a new i CARE collection and continues to support Girls Incorporated, the non-profit youth organization devoted to the mission of inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and... more »
Deb & Co. Commemorates Baby’s Milestones and Special Memories
Buena Vista, Calif. — Who can forget the arrival of a baby, their first steps, first words or first Christmas? In celebration of those precious moments, Deb & Co. offers an assorted collection of handmade... more »
Alabama retail sales climb 9 percent
Recent numbers indicate that retail sales are on the upswing in Alabama and across the country. The Alabama Department of Revenue reported Thursday that sales tax collections in the state rose by more than 9... more »
Retail sales jump by largest amount in 6 months
Washington—Retail sales jumped by the largest amount in six months in May as 57 million economic stimulus payments helped offset the headwinds buffeting consumers.The Commerce Department reported Thursday that retail sales soared 1 percent last... more »
Artisan House Metal Art Sculptures Spark Excitement at LVM
Burbank, CA — In answer to ongoing speculation about the product introductions that Artisan House, Inc. - designers and crafters of unique, fine-quality metal sculptures for wall, floor, tabletop and now table - will reveal... more »
Romanian glass artists to make SFIGF debut
WHITE PLAINS, NY — Twelve handcrafted glass companies from Romania, under the auspices of the Romanian Ministry of Trade, will make their San Francisco International Gift Fair debut this summer. Exhibiting within the Fair's Handmade... more »
One stop shopping at Health Emporium
Norwalk Hospital's new Health Emporium goes beyond the usual hospital gift shop fare like greeting cards, candy and magazines. The 1,800-square-foot facility stocks products such as compression stockings, spine supports, canes and walkers and chemotherapy... more »
