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July 7, 2013
Shop Local Kick-off Set for Tuesday

Chilton County, AL - Every person that spends money at a business in Chilton County over the next six months will be reinforcing a new "Shop Local" initiative designed to encourage residents to buy locally.The... more »

July 7, 2013
The Painted Home Opens in Washington

Washington, MO - For the past 28 years, Washington resident Angie Pritchard has been working in interior design, remodeling bathrooms and kitchens, creating special finishes, refurbishing and giving new life to furniture and other items.And... more »

July 7, 2013
Shop in Victoria’s Oaklands Neighbourhood a Throwback to Old-Time Merchants

Victoria, BC - Stepping through the door of The Local General Store on Haultain Road, one is greeted with a pleasantly fragrant aroma.Almost sensing the visitor's curiosity about the source of the fragrance, shop co-owner... more »

July 6, 2013
Small Business Spotlight: Alice’s Garden Toy Boutique, Porter

Porter, IN - Batteries aren't necessary for the toys found at Alice's Garden Toy Boutique."We are an eco-friendly sustainable toy store," said Tracy Melcher, who owns the shop along with husband Zach Kinsey. "The toys... more »

July 6, 2013
Tuckerton Emporium Celebrates 20 Years on Main Street

Tuckerton, NJ - When John and Rosemary Kumpel moved to Tuckerton in the early 1980s, they soon made a visit to Gerber's Department Store. It was where townsfolk shopped for various household needs, from baby... more »

July 6, 2013
The Painted Home Opens in Washington

Washington, MO - For the past 28 years, Washington resident Angie Pritchard has been working in interior design, remodeling bathrooms and kitchens, creating special finishes, refurbishing and giving new life to furniture and other items.... more »

July 6, 2013
Shop in Victoria’s Oaklands Neighbourhood a Throwback to Old-Time Merchants

Victoria, BC - Stepping through the door of The Local General Store on Haultain Road, one is greeted with a pleasantly fragrant aroma.Almost sensing the visitor's curiosity about the source of the fragrance, shop co-owner... more »

July 5, 2013
Shop Local Kick-off Set for Tuesday

Chilton County, AL - Every person that spends money at a business in Chilton County over the next six months will be reinforcing a new "Shop Local" initiative designed to encourage residents to buy locally.The... more »

July 4, 2013
Hospital Gift Shop Finally Grows

Saanichton, BC - A project to upgrade the hospital's gift shop that has been talked about by the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Auxiliary (SPHA) for close to 30 years has finally been realized.A grand opening was... more »

July 4, 2013
Collector’s Toy Shop Opens on 2nd Street

Portsmouth, OH - A new toy and game shop called Awesome Town opened at 530 Street Street this week, carrying vintage toys that promise not to break the bank. Shop owner, Heather Book, started her... more »

July 2, 2013
Greeting Card Association Announces Winner of 2nd Annual Consumer’s Choice Facebook Contest

The Greeting Card Association (GCA) is pleased to announce that Madison Park Greetings' "Bliss" card, by artist Katie Daisy, has won this year's Consumer's Choice LOUIE Award. The award is given to the card that... more »

July 2, 2013
AmericasMart’s Outdoor Living Category Thrives at July 2013 Market

Savvy home and gift buyers are sure to seek out the incomparable LIVING. OUTDOOR/INDOOR.® THE GARDENS® collections at The Atlanta International Gift & Home Furnishings Market® July 10 – 17, 2013 (TEMPORARIES July 12 –... more »

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