Memories of childhood summers at Sand Lake inspire sisters to create themed party experiences

Stephanie Henry and Christi Vanover are bringing the tent camping experience indoors with Stargazers, a theme-based party business they started in April.

Pearls & Patina sells new and vintage items at downtown Adrian store

Pearls & Patina, located at 209 N. Main St. in downtown Adrian, offers new and vintage items in an atmosphere that the owners hope will remind you of being at Grandma’s house.

Family-owned contractor The House Fixers marks its 35th anniversary

David Newland first learned the building trades as a young man by working with different contractors over time and becoming a journeyman ironworker.

Hitching Post Antiques Mall celebrates 40 years in business

The antiques mall was opened in 1984, 40 years ago this year, by John and Marlene Nelson.

Tire Express opens Adrian location

Tire Express, located at 2558 Treat St. in Adrian, celebrated its grand opening on May 1.

Maria’s Sunnyside Cafe marks 50 years of creating community in Adrian

Maria Guerrero wasn’t even born yet when her grandparents, Mike and Mary Guerrero, started Sunnyside Cafe 50 years ago.

Tink and the Frog needlework shop settles into new downtown home

Tink and the Frog, a needlework shop owned by Michelle Beechler, is not new to downtown Adrian. But their current location is.

Little cottage by the road is home to ‘The Cookie Coop’

Baking cookies is Stephanie Bardwell’s passion. After starting out baking commercially in Toledo under the name Big Momma Bakery, she opened The Cookie Coop along U.S. 223 in Palmyra on March 30.

Entrepreneurs invited to apply for Launch Lenawee

Entrepreneurs who would like to learn more about the foundations of running a successful business are invited to apply for Launch Lenawee’s seventh mentoring class. 

Stitched Consignment Shop aims to make clothes shopping fun

Jeri Graf knew what she wanted to do when she was growing up. After “a couple of jobs,” she decided to do it.