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Lisa and Ryan Visher
Sleepy Eye, MN - On Jan. 1, 2012, Sleepy Eye Floral and Design became Hope and Faith Floral and Gifts. Ownership changed hands to Ryan and Lisa Visher. Ryan and Lisa also own Hope and... more »
Why Not Make a Dream Come True?
Scranton, PA - Angela Dawn Sheehan served as a nurse for more than 22 years in the U.S. Air Force. In 1993, the Arkansas native moved to Northeast Pennsylvania where she continued to practice nursing.But... more »
SnapRetail Launches SnapFinds Nationwide
SnapRetail, a technology company that provides the only integrated marketing and sales solution to drive increased sales for local retailers, has launched an innovative deal program that is the first to combine exclusive offer deals... more »
LI Network Makes Rival Shop Owners Friends
Long Island, NY - Trusted business advice is hard to come by, but much to gift shop owner Kerry Punzi's surprise, she has found a wealth of it from an unlikely source: potential competitors. "I... more »
Virginia Florist Readies for Valentine’s Day
Hybla Valley, VA - Mother's Day is a close second, but at The Virginia Florist, Valentine's Day earns the status of the shop's busiest single-day holiday.Flowers are arriving at the combination florist and gift shop,... more »
Downtown Shop Offers Delightful Mix of Old and New
Lufkin, TX - Walk into downtown home décor shop, Mama Tried, and you can expect to be greeted by a mixture of old and new, classic and eclectic. You can also expect to be greeted... more »
Sweet Shop’s Sweeter Spot in Cayucos
Cayucos, CA - In July 2009, The Tribune's By the Bay column highlighted the jelly beans, chocolate turtles and taffy at the Cayucos Candy Counter. Founded in 1985, this old-fashioned sweet shop was purchased in... more »
The Gift Wrap Company Adds NoJo Designs to Its Extensive Baby-Themed Licensed Product Collection
The Gift Wrap Company, a major resource for designer packaging and stationery gifts, has added another star to its galaxy of licensed products with NoJo, a charming new baby-themed collection from industry leader Crown Crafts... more »
Robin’s Village Barn Will Fit The Bill
Fairhaven, MA - Whether primitive and country décor are your passion or you're simply looking for a unique gift, Robin's Village Barn fits the bill perfectly."A lot of people are shocked when they come in... more »
Shelling it out For The Ones We Love
Valentine's Day gift-giving is projected to hit a record-setting pace this year, whether the means of expression is clothing, jewelry or a more novel approach to saying "I love you." Flowers – roses especially –... more »
Microloan Helps Iron Range Couple Buy Store, Return Home
Iron Range, VA - Catherine Branville always knew she wanted to own a store. But she wasn't sure what sort it would be. She'd moved with her husband, Gary, from Virginia on the Iron Range,... more »
Retailers Prepare for Valentine’s Day Rush
Augusta, GA - As Valentine's Day approaches, many shoppers will make a last-minute dash to the store for gifts.Jewelry stores, florists and other retailers are accustomed to consumers' last-minute shopping habits for Valentine's Day. According... more »
