National Play Outside Day: The Benefits of Being Outdoors 

National Play Outside Day: The Benefits of Being Outdoors 

Celebrated on the first Saturday of every month, this day encourages individuals and families to break free from the indoor confines and explore the beauty and adventure that awaits in the great outdoors. But why is playing outside so beneficial for us? Let’s dive into the many reasons now…

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Holmes Family Insurance

Holmes Family Insurance

Holmes Family InsuranceBrandi Holmes left a large corporation to begin her own small independent business, Holmes Family Insurance, in August 2020. It was scary at first, but being able to be out on her own and maintain her own personal values while staying successful...

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The Gilded Nest

The Gilded NestThe Gilded Nest was formed in June 2020 by Mary Schuck and Jamie Cook. Together, they had dreamed of owning a retail shop. They wanted to sell books, but merchandising a full bookstore did not seem the right approach. Brainstorming ideas, they decided...

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onsite caterer & bradley hall events

onsite caterer & bradley hall events

onsite caterer & bradley eventsMaria Dawson and her husband, Jim, opened OnSite Caterer in 2010 and Bradley Hall Events & OnSite Caterer in 2016. Maria calls Jim the entrepreneur, and she was his helper. When Jim passed away unexpectedly in 2019, Maria took...

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borgmann realty

borgmann realty

Borgmann RealtyBorgmann Realty, LLC, was founded by Amy Borgmann’s father in 1976, and Amy took over the business in 2006. Although she has been in the business for a while now, she finds that every closing brings the opportunity to learn something new. She says no...

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downtown cuts

downtown cuts

downtown cutsDowntown Cuts is quickly approaching its 6th year in business. Dana Cottey opened her barber shop in May 2016 because she loves to help people. Dana feels there are many misconceptions about owning your own business, but patience will help the growing...

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