After 30 years of knowledge and service, Connie Brewer knows her business inside and out. Straight from high school, she made the choice to be successful in the insurance field and has showed that to be true since. Brewer first got a job as a file clerk for Aetna Casualty for two years. While she […]
The name says it all. Brown’s Do-It Center in Goodrich really can do it all, and in one stop. Brown’s has a wide variety of supplies to outfit not just one season’s needs , but all of them. Co-owner Mark Brownrigg and his father Gerald started the business 21 years ago and have been thriving […]
Bueche’s Food World has been the hometown grocery store taking care of community needs since 1914. In a world of fast food, megamalls and grocery worlds, Bueche’s still offers customer consideration and personal, hometown service. ‘What makes this store unique is that for three generations it has maintained carryout service and a friendly environment,? said […]
In today’s fast-paced world of drive-through restaurants and automated answering services, it is difficult to make personal connections in the business world. The Clarkston-Brandon Community Credit Union, however, works hard to make that hometown personal connection their primary focus of business. Established in Clarkston in 1957 and Brandon in 1989, the nonprofit, member-owned cooperative has […]
Curves for Women has a new location and a new owner, but her face is not unknown to the community of Ortonville. Rita Skelly was born and raised in Ortonville and is very happy to be back in the community. ‘I really wanted to be back in my hometown,? said Skelly. Having purchased the Ortonville […]
When it comes to a smooth running, family-owned business, Richard and Alleshia Walker, owners of the Cracker Barrel IGA in Brandon Township have what it takes. ‘I’ve grown up here,? said son Rich Walker. ‘The people are the best part of this business.? According to Richard Walker, his son, Rich, and wife Alleshia basically run […]
The first impression is a lasting one and First Impressions Hair Salon is no exception to that rule. For more than 20 years, the radiant warmth of the salon, its owner Marie Kuehl, and her team of stylists keep customers coming back for more. Kuehl, however, is first to thank her staff for making First […]
‘I bought a pony for my daughter and three years later I found myself with 10 horses,? said Kim Palazzola, owner of Fox Lake Hunt Club. Palazzola started the business almost two years ago. ‘My daughter was taking riding lessons and I joined her shortly after. Soon after we got her a pony, I bought […]
What started as a father’s love of gymnastics, dance and children has now become a valuable part of Brandon and its surrounding communities. GOB Gymnastics, Dance and Cheerleading is not just celebrating another successful year in 2003, they are celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the Brandon Township-based gym. ‘I was in gymnastics and dance until […]
Summer is coming, so it’s time to check out summer activities at Gordonwood Camp and Retreat Center. While the camp is open year-round, summer is the time for outdoor fun at the American Camping Association-endorsed camp for youths. Nestled on acres of natural woodlands, Gordonwood Camp provides a safe, family-oriented day camp program. Owned and […]