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Pierson's Flower Shop and Greenhouses in Cedar Rapids is ringing in its 90th holiday shopping season - The Gazette

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Florist Case Reopens Before Washington Supreme Court - National Catholic Register

Barronelle, not just in her capacity as a business owner, but also in her personal capacity,” said Kristen Waggoner, senior vice president of Alliance Defending Freedom, the group defending both Phillips and Stutzman.“In its Masterpiece Cakeshop ruling, the Supreme Court condemned that sort of one-sided, discriminatory application of the law against people of faith,” Waggoner said.“Also, in the legal briefs that the attorney general has filed in Barronelle’s case, he has repeatedly and overtly demeaned her faith. He has compared her religious beliefs about marriage — which the Supreme Court said are ‘decent and honorable’ — to racial discrimination,” Waggoner continued.“This conflicts with the Supreme Court’s recognition in Masterpiece Cakeshop, that it was ‘inappropriate’ for the government to draw parallels between those religious beliefs and ‘defenses of slavery.’”The Washington case centers around 73-year-old Stutzman, owner of Arlene’s Flowers in Richland, Washington.In 2013, Rob Ingersoll, a longtime friend and customer of Stutzman, asked her to arrange flowers for his same-sex wedding ceremony.Stutzman knew that Ingersoll was gay and had always been happy to create flower arrangements for birthdays and other special occasions.However, because she believes marriage to be a sign of the relationship between Christ and his Church, she told Ingersoll that she could not make a flower arrangement for a same-sex wedding.Ingersoll initially said that he understood and asked her to recommend another florist. Later, however, his partner posted a message on social media about Stutzman declining to take part in the wedding, and it went viral. Soon afterward, she was informed that she was being sued by the Washington state attorney general and the American Civil Liberties Union.Stutzman, who is Southern Baptist, has said that she views weddings as more than just a job. She spends months or even years getting to know the bride and groom, to understand their vision and what they want to convey.Because her wedding arrangements are such a deeply personal labor of love, she said that she felt that she could not in good conscience design flower arrangements for a same-sex wedding.In February 2017, the Washington Supreme Court upheld a lower court ruling against Stutzman. She then appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court.While the actual damages being sought by the gay couple are only around $7 — the mile... http://www.ncregister.com/daily-news/florist-case-reopens-before-washington-supreme-court

Big changes are happening in Baton Rouge fastest growing neighborhood—and developers arent finished yet

When Samuel Sanders joined the Mid City Redevelopment Alliance in 2003, he wasn’t working to represent the Government Street we know today.Back then, people weren’t clinking their glasses at The Radio Bar or buying local wares at Mid City Makers Market. They weren’t chowing down on burgers and enjoying live music at Curbside.The groundwork for the neighborhood we know today was there, though. The streets were quieter, but there was a handful of vibrant, longstanding restaurants and quirky shops in the area. Garden District residents could get their groceries at Calandro’s. They could buy flowers at Heroman’s, or send their kids to school at Baton Rouge High, St. Joseph’s Academy or Baton Rouge Community College.There were problems, sure—Government Street was saddled with a reputation for crime, for one. But there was also promise.“When I first got here, it felt like I was beating a drum and no one was listening,” Sanders recalls of his early efforts to promote the area. “Today, t... https://www.225batonrouge.com/our-city/big-changes-happening-baton-rouges-fastest-growing-neighborhood-developers-arent-finished-yet

US Supreme Court sends Richland florist case back to state

In a Monday telephonic news briefing with Alliance Defending Freedom, Stutzman said she is very thankful and grateful that the country's high court has allowed her case to continue. "The state of Washington has targeted me for over five years, and I find that I am here today because my state Attorney General is hostile to my religious beliefs," said Stutzman. "I serve every customer that comes into my shop, but the government is trying to force me to create artistic expression that violates my beliefs," she continued. "My faith guides me to treat everyone with respect and love, and I've done my best to live out those beliefs in my business. I have never turned anyone away no matter who they were or what they believed," she said. Stutzman said she served Ingersoll for nearly a decade, and in that time created dozens of unique custom arrangements for him. It did not bother her then or now that he is gay, she said, and the owner would gladly welcome Ingersoll back into her shop as a customer. https://www.tri-cityherald.com/news/local/article213787909.html

Supreme Court Ruling for Colorado Baker May Help Grandma Florist Win Her Case, Attorney Says

Christian beliefs on marriage, is waiting for the high court to determine if they will hear her appeal.Kristen Waggoner, an attorney with Alliance Defending Freedom who represented Phillips and also represents Stutzman, that the two cases have strong parallels.“In Masterpiece Cakeshop, the U.S. Supreme Court denounced government hostility toward the religious beliefs about marriage held by creative professionals like Jack Phillips and Barronelle Stutzman,” said Waggoner.“Such hostility exists when the government treats those people of faith worse than other business owners. The state of Washington, acting through its attorney general, has done just that.”Waggoner also said that Washington‘s attorney general has displayed anti-religious sentiment toward Stutzman that mirrors the experiences of Phillips at the hands of the Colorado Civil Rights Commission.Expand Collapse (Photo: The Christian Post)Supporters of Colorado baker Jack Phillips hold signs in front of the United States Supreme Court as arguments in Masterpiece Cakeshop v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission on December 5, 2017.“Barronelle, like Jack, serves all customers but declines to create custom art that expresses messages or celebrates events in conflict with her deeply held religious beliefs,”Free sign up cp newsletter!Sign upRelated“The attorney general‘s efforts to punish her because he dislikes her beliefs about marriage are as impermissible as Colorado‘s attempt to punish Jack.”Rob Ingersoll and Curt Freed, who in past years had bought flowers from Stutzman for different occasions, requested that the Christian florist provide the fl... https://bedfordnewsjournal.com/supreme-court-ruling-for-colorado-baker-may-help-grandma-florist-win-her-case-attorney-says/

Schaefer Wholesale Florist Launches New & Improved Website For Better Customer Experience

Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. “SWF is continually seeking ways to fulfill our client’s needs with the highest-quality fresh-cut flowers, special event supplies, and more, and the new website does just that. With the new website, we not only expanded our customer reach with a clean, modern look, but deliver easy to access direct buying options that improve customer selection and offer expanding buying power with outstanding costs savings. In addition, we are excited about the new informational video tutorials on the new site.”- Sherry Schaefer, Buyer/Owner, Schaefer Wholesale Florist. The new website allows Schaefer Wholesale Florist to better serve their clients and continue the tradition of delivering the highest quality products with competitive prices. At Schaefer Wholesale Florist, the new site promises a fresh, up-to-date look that is easily navigated, to make selecting and purchasing the finest, freshest florals and accessories with value packed pricing, cost saving shipping solutions, and excellent service. Visit Schaefer Wholesale Florist (https://www.SWFlorist.com) today, experience the ease of the new client-centric website and find your favorite fresh florals and supplies! Bio: In 1958, Schaefer Wholesale Florist began providing stunning fresh cut flowers to florists, wedding and floral designers, retail and wholesale merchants, and special events planners. Their business has grown successfully due to guaranteed on-time delivery of premium fresh flowers and foliage to customers throughout the Mid-Atlantic. Today their longstanding tradition of quality, service, and value continues with the South American Direct Program, the Holland Fresh Cut Direct Program, Quick Buy online ordering, and Dutch-Direct Online/Ecommerce Auction. As always, Schaefer Wholesale Florist continues to meet their longstanding goal of delivering the freshest fresh cut flowers anywhere along with foliage, plants, supplies, and accessories. Source: Schaefer Wholesale Florist ... http://www.perishablenews.com/index.php?article=0070771

Former Robben Florist and Garden Center business owner dies at 90

DELHI TOWNSHIP, Ohio -- George Robben Junior, who owned Robben Florist and Garden Center on Pedretti Road in Delhi Township and served in the Army during the Korean War, died Saturday morning around 3 a.m.He was 90 years old.Robben was the second-generation owner of the garden center after his father, George Robben Sr., built a greenhouse near the corner of Pedretti Road and Delhi Pike in 1931.  He and his wife Carroll, who is also very sick, shared a hospital room so they could be spend more time together.Jeff Lefler, secretary of the Delhi Township Veteran's Association, asks that you keep Robben's friends and family in your prayers.Visitation for Robben will be Sunday, August 19, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Vitt, Stermer and Anderson Funeral Home at 4619 Delhi Pike. Mass and burial will be Monday, August 20, at 10 a.m. at St. Dominic Church at 4551 Delhi Ave. ... https://www.wcpo.com/news/local-news/hamilton-county/delhi/former-robben-florist-and-garden-center-business-owner-dies-at-90

Four Floral Businesses To Receive The Century Award In Palm Springs

Century Award recipients are: Johnston's Quality Flowers in Fort Smith, Arkansas Mitchell's Flowers and Events in Orland Park, Illinois Wistinghausen Florist & Greenhouse in Oak Harbor, Ohio Read about the history of their businesses here. Any industry company that has served the floral industry for 100 years or longer qualifies for the Century Award. The award was first presented in 1982. For information about the Century Award or to apply for recognition, visit safnow.org/awards or contact awards@safnow.org.  ### About SAF   The Society of American Florists is the leading organization representing all segments of the floral indust... http://www.perishablenews.com/index.php?article=0069973

Damascus Garden Club hears from international flower judge

The Damascus Garden Club, a member of the Garden Club of Ohio Inc., recently toured the beautiful grounds of Kathy and Dave Gano in Salem. Pictured are the 19 members and guests who enjoyed the day, from left, Dave Peterson, Marilyn Wingett, Christine Brown, Rhonda Mitchell, Cindy Battershell, Sandy Kilmer, Ginny Huffman, Bonnie McDermott, Marcia Spack, Janie Morckel, June Wallace, Lori Brodzinski, Val Knoedler, Judy Wheeler, Irene Morckel, Marcia Clark, Lynn Coblentz, Kathy Martin and Lynn Cameron. (Submitted photo) SHOW ARTICLE -- DAMASCUS — The Damascus Garden Club, a member of the Garden Club of Ohio Inc., met on July 12 at the home of Ginny Huffman. Serving as co-host was Second Vice President Dave Peterson. President Marilyn Wingett welcomed the eight members present and introduced Diana Mullins, an international flower shower. She spoke about her experiences as an international flower judge and the responsibilities she has managing the floral displays at the Canfield Fair.The minutes for the June mee... http://www.salemnews.net/news/neighborhood-news/2018/08/damascus-garden-club-hears-from-international-flower-judge/