retailer profiles

The Chair Man Of The Board

"I don't sell chairs any more," said Jack Russo, the friendly, soft-spoken proprietor of Chair Man, the gift store on Fifth Avenue between Lincoln and Degraw. "I used to, though."Russo got his start working in... more »

Branson Keeps Providing New Places To Shop

Officially, friends Debbie Shrewsberry and Michelle Nickerson of Illinois, Gay Williams of Colorado and Sheryl French of Mississippi were in Branson for a conference.Unofficially, they were there to "Shop, shop, shop, shop," each woman said... more »

Lakeshore Lighthouse Has Grand Opening

Fred and Sherry Brusda purchased a grocery store on Kewaunee's west side in 1993 and converted it into a mini-mall.Eighteen years later, the popular concept lives on with new ownership.The Brusdas sold the former Center... more »

Disneyland Set To Reopen ‘Star Wars’-Themed Store

Disneyland plans Friday (today) to reopen a gift shop with an expanded "Star Wars" section in time for the debut of the upgraded Star Tours ride. Star Trader in Tomorrowland is set to return after... more »

The Bee Hive creates a real buzz

Fenwick Island -- There's a new gift shop in town offering home décor, jams, jellies and souvenirs.The Bee Hive, located in the Village of Fenwick on Route 1, opened in February and has been well-received... more »

New Gift Shop Opens In Dunbar Township

When Lillian Ronzio bought the house next to her business she wasn't sure what she would do with it.But since it shared a driveway with The Natural Way, located on Route 119, which she owns,... more »

Former Joss Employees Revive Eclectic Rehoboth Beach Shop

REHOBOTH BEACH -- Whether it's a wedding, birthday or just because, Joss II has a wide variety of gifts for every occasion.The store -- which opened April 1 -- is owned by Dina Deakyne, former... more »

Manager Works And Lives In Country Store

Vann Kent is truly at home in his store.Kent, 61, and his 12-year-old cat, T.Ger spend their days inside the Persnickety II, a country gift store that doubles as their residence."I actually love living here,"... more »