family business

Local Ben Franklin Store Discovers Its Specialty

No flashing lights, no trendy awnings, no gentrification. A simple, familiar sign is all that marks Stark County's sole Ben Franklin store, a bulwark against the constant changes in retailing.Larry Donohue and his wife, Debbie,... more »

Cliff’s Variety Store – 75 And Going Strong

Last weekend marked the 75th anniversary of Cliff's Variety Store, the Castro's favorite spot for anything and everything. Current owners Ernie and Martha Asten planned a day of celebration that included raising money for community... more »

Hitched To The Train

Before the Last Chance Tour Train passes the front of the store on Wednesday, driver Liz Bangerter rings a bell atop the engine — an old Jeep converted into a classic steamer. Inside, employees of... more »

Garden Lovers Paradise At Little Tree Nursery

Colorful blooms, unusual trees, quirky garden statues and quaint cottages help make Little Tree Nursery a great destination spot. Little Tree is a 47-acre property home to multiple greenhouses, growing fields, a gift store and... more »

At Valhalla, You’ll Think You’re In Viking Heaven

There's a little piece of Denmark right in the heart of downtown Visalia.Valhalla Restaurant has served breakfast and lunch, including a variety of wonderful homemade pies and ice cream, for nearly three decades.During that time... more »

Sister Store Owners Celebrate Shop Beautiful’s 75th Anniversary

JOB DESCRIPTION:The sisters co-own both locations of Shop Beautiful, a gift, home accessories and jewelry store in Brookside, 320 W. 63rd St., 816-444-3322, and Hawthorne Plaza, 5001 W. 119th St., Overland Park, 913-345-8887, www.shopbeautiful.comThe store... more »

Marco Island Farmers Market: Fresh From The Grove

The South Naples Citrus Grove's vendor booth at Marco Island Farmers Market is the place Islanders and visitors alike flock to on Wednesday for their weekly supply of locally grown citrus picked fresh from groves... more »

The Butler Group, Inc. Evolves and Expands; Maintains Family Roots

Atlanta, GA - Some patriarchs wring their hands, fretting over what will become of the family-owned business in future years, as many grown children have little or no interest in joining the family business. However,... more »