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Retired educator, florist Sylvia Richardson dies at 76 - Richmond Free Press

Sylvia D. Richardson loved the color purple. And the bubbly woman who brimmed with enthusiasm infused that color into her dual roles as an educator and a florist. During her tenure as principal of Bellevue Elementary School, Mrs. Richardson turned the historic building in Church Hill into a purple palace. She had the school’s entry door, hallways, classroom walls and building floors painted her favorite color. Purple also was the color of the house on the corner of Brookland Park Boulevard and Edgewood Avenue from which she operated a floral business, Bouquets by Sylvia, for nearly 25 years. “Purple was her chosen color because the color signifies royalty, and that was how Sylvia carried herself and also how she treated everyone with whom she came into contact,” Adeline Clarke, a longtime friend, wrote in a tribute.Mrs. Richardson died Monday, March 18, 2019, of complications from a fall at her residence, her family said. She was 76. Family and friends celebrated her life at Wesley Memorial Unit... http://richmondfreepress.com/news/2019/apr/05/retired-educator-florist-sylvia-richardson-dies-76/

Amanda Margaret Richardson - Stephan Lindall Nipper Jr. - Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Wedding vows were exchanged by Amanda Margaret Richardson and Stephan Lindall Nipper Jr., who goes by Brother, at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 23, at Cane Hill College in Cane Hill. The Rev. Steve Hancock of Second Presbyterian Church, Little Rock, officiated.The bride is the daughter of Mary and retired Col. Robert F. Richardson of Little Rock. Her grandparents are the late JoAnne Wallace Melekian of Santa Monica, Calif.; the late Bernard King Melekian of Pasadena, Calif.; and the late Elizabeth and Dr. Fount Richardson of Fayetteville.Parents of the groom are Catherine and John B. Talpas of Hot Springs and Deborah and Steve Nipper of Magnolia. He is the grandson of the late Miriam and Dr. Alex Tharp Gillespie of Little Rock and the late Mary Jean and Dr. Orris Wilborn Nipper of Magnolia.Vows were exchanged in the auditorium. The altar held a gold urn filled with roses and ranunculus in shades of ivory and coral. Music was by pianist Tom Small. A reading was given by Mary-Lee Smith.The bride, given in marriage by her father, wore a sle... https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2019/mar/31/amanda-margaret-richardson-stephan-lind/

Mobile woman says cemetery moved her mother's gravesite

That's what happened to one Mobile woman, now her and her sisters want answers.Every year for Mother's Day, Maria Richardson visits Gethsemane Cemetery on Mobile St. to leave flowers at her mother's gravesite.This year, her mother's headstone was no where to be found."I couldn't find her headstone. I called my family saying I've been here for an hour, walking. Had other people helping me, good Samaritan helping me walk the place," Richardson said.The following Monday, when Richardson called the cemetery to ask what had happened, she said employees couldn't find the site either. The next day, they told Richardson they found it. So, she went to the cemetery and took pictures of what she saw, a gravesite filled with fresh sand and her mother's headstone plopped on top."Really what I'm feeling is hurt and betrayal here," Richardson said.Richardson and her sister, Irma Everette, said this is not where their mother was buried."I am unsure of who is in this resting place and I don't think we will ever know again. We know she's not there but that's our peace. It's been disturbed," Everette said.The sisters said an employee told t... http://www.fox10tv.com/story/38337803/mobile-woman-says-cemetery-moved-her-mothers-grave-sight

The Rundown: Florist licenses, bulletproof backpacks, animal abuse and more news in Louisiana politics today - The Advocate

Healing Place Church in Baton Rouge.12:30 p.m. American Association of University Women (AAUW) Lobby Day Luncheon at the Capitol.2 p.m. Gov. Edwards, Health Secretary Rebekah Gee and economist Jim Richardson unveil findings of Medicaid expansion economic report.Tweet beatPro- @JohnBelforLA group has a new ad pushing back on anti-Edwards @TruthInPolLA campaign, though not directly by name (note there is a "the truth is" reference in there). #lalege#lagovhttps://t.co/N2ihl753Mx— Elizabeth Crisp (@elizabethcrisp) April 9, 2018Senators say goodbye to @HelenaMorenoLA. Alario: "We're gonna miss you around here." #lalege#lagovpic.twitter.com/iFXSIoQyai— Elizabeth Crisp (@elizabethcrisp) April 9, 2018Proud to call @HelenaMorenoLA a friend. She’s is one of the most respected members of #lalege. It’s been my honor to work with her, and I look forward to working with her in her new role on the New Orleans City Council. Thanks for all your work, Helena. #lagovpic.twitter.com/P5My5SuLnQ— John Bel Edwards (@LouisianaGov) April 9, 2018Rep. @HelenaMorenoLA giving her farewell speech to the House on her final day, before leaving for the New Orleans City Council...they will be better for having her, we will miss her dearly! She is a strong & dedicated leader and a loyal & true friend! #fam@JPMorrellpic.twitter.com/cdMA2xIm9x— Walt Leger (@WaltLeger) April 9, 2018#TheFam is forever! Unfortunately for you, @HelenaMorenoLA is already taken as #Godmother of a hr... http://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/politics/legislature/article_d6c68bce-3c5a-11e8-b130-1f64349659a5.html

Smith's Florist in Gloucester Courthouse area changes ownership - Daily Press

With the help of a business broker, Smith’s Florist found a couple — Michael and Emilie Richardson — who were willing to relocate from Florida because they had family in Newport News.Michael Richardson, with a corporate background in retail, wholesale planning and store management, had been growing flowers as a hobby for about 35 years and designing arrangements for a dozen. Wife Emilie Richardson, a former art teacher, also has a background in specialty retail.“I think it’s super important to us to maintain the relationship they have built with the community,” said Emilie Richardson, who is from Georgia. “It’s a promise of good customer service and high quality arrangements — that’s why people love Smith’s.”The Richardsons will keep the Smith’s Florist and Gift Shoppe name and would like for the employees to stay on, including Field and Soles, the husband said. The business employs four full-time and nine part-time workers, including the new owners.The business has kept employees for decades, including floral designer Katie Dutton for 40 years and floral designer Tracy Shumaker for nearly 20 years. The employees said they called Smith “Mama.”Already, Field said the couple has brought in fresh ideas, particularly with the storefront window displays.“I think Gloucester will welcome them, I do,” Field said.Before buying the business, the Richardsons said they visited secretly and asked nearby residents for recommendations on where to get flowers.“Everyone said Smith’s,” said Michael Richardson, who hails from Kentucky.So far, the couple has been learning from the twins and the staff over the past four weeks and are preparing for Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day.The new owners have been fielding questions from residents, and Michael Richardson said Smith’s will continue to participate in community events like the Daffodil Festival and will continue tr... http://www.dailypress.com/business/dp-tidewaterbiz-smiths-florist-20180125-story.html

Festive plants bring fragrance, color to holiday decorating - Standard-Times

Allison Watkins is the Texas A&M AgriLife extension agent for horticulture in Tom Green County. Email her at aewatkins@ag.tamu.edu. https://www.gosanangelo.com/story/news/2018/12/16/festive-plants-bring-fragrance-color-holiday-decorating/2311380002/

Friendly Flower Shop spreads joy for 75 years and counting - Standard-Times

A: I am a fourth generation florist; this is where I found the love to serve others through flowers. Although I learned lots from my mother and grandmother I also received my Texas Master Florist (certification), then my Texas Master Florist Advanced Advanced (certification). Q: What makes your business stand out? A: Our business stands out because we are the oldest, locally owned and operated, the great love and appreciation we share for our community and wonderful customers; customer service is our No. 1 priority. Q: What’s the best thing in your business?  A: My favorite part of owning a florist (shop) and being a floral designer, is the happiness we give others. Whether for a new baby, celebration of an anniversary or birthday, and especially sympathy flowers; my true passion in serving. Q: What are your hopes for the future? A: We are celebrating 75 years, our diamond anniversary. Also our grand opening of “The Cottage” Studio-Venue. Our hopes for the future are to continue serving the community with beautiful fresh flowers and also providing a great place for our San Angelo family to attend fun classes and have a wonderful place for all their get togethers.   Q: What motivates you to go to work every morning?  A: At our small business we are motivated to continue great and friendly service because our town deserves nothing less. The smiles and comfort we provide are truly what drives us to create life-long relationships within our business; you are a part of the family when you visit us. Are you a small business owner who wants to share your story? Contact Yffy Yossifor at 325-812-7215 or yfat.yossifor@gosanangelo.com ... https://www.gosanangelo.com/story/news/local/2018/10/26/friendly-flower-shop-san-angelo-spreads-joy-75-years-and-counting/1761576002/

Flower Delivery Vancouver: Marketing to the millennials - Augusta Free Press

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Growth in gardening: August birth flowers - San Marcos Daily Record

Gladiolus byzantinus, sometimes known as cornflags, mark many old home sites and cemetery plots in Texas and the south. Their magenta and rarely-white flower spikes are smaller than the hybrids usually available in florists and nurseries.Another interesting gladiolus is Gladiolus natalensis, sometimes known as the parrot gladiolus. Flowers of this species, which is native to Africa, are larger than those of G. byzantinus, and are a brilliant combination of yellowish green and red. Both of these gladioli may be grown as perennials, and usually increase in numbers each year. They are commercially available, however, only from specialty bulb sources.As for the poppy, these comparatively dainty blooms are also available in a wide variety of colors. Red poppies symbolize pleasure, white ones are sent to console the recipient, and yellow poppies send a message of success and wealth. If you don’t want to choose a particular color, you can always plan on having a bouquet by planting a wide range of poppies of many colors in your garden.There is evidence of poppy culture back as far as 5,000 B.C. in the Tigris and Euphrates river region in modern day Iraq. Egyptian tombs contain poppies and the ancient Greeks associated them with Demeter, the goddess of fertility and agriculture. They considered the presence of poppies around a field of grain crops a sign of the goddess’ blessing, which insured a good harvest.Poppies are best planted directly out in the garden as they are not fond of being transplanted. They germinate best at soil temperatures in the 50s or 60s so mid fall is generally a good time to plant them.Select a location with full sun although a little shade is okay as long as they get at least six hours of direct sun. Build up a raised planting bed if the area is not well drained. Most species won’t tolerate soggy soil conditions at all.There are several that I know do very well in our area, I like Breadseed (Papaver somniferum) as their foliage is a grayish blue green and plants reach a height of 2 to 3 feet tall bearing single or double blooms in colors ranging from deep red to pink and lavender.Another nice one is Flanders Poppy (Papaver rhoeas) it has bright red blooms with one or two rows of slightly crinkly petals that somewhat resemble crepe paper. Flanders Poppies were brought to the Georgetown, Texas, area by local resident Henry Compton as he returned from service in France during World War One. These Flanders poppies are still found throughout the area, making Georgetown “The Red Poppy Capital of Texas.”Yet another beauty is the Iceland Poppy (Papaver nudicaule) which sports some of the brightest colors in our Texas gardens. The blooms are rather large single flowers in glowing shades of white, yellow, coral orange, pink or red. The plants are typically 1 to 2 feet tall depending on variety and growing conditions.If you know somebody who is celebrating their birthday during the month of August, it’s always a good idea to consider these flowers as a suitable and meaningful gift. Be sure to let the recipient know that these are special August birth month flowers as most folks don’t even know that birth-flowers exist.--Joe Urbach is the publisher of GardeningAustin.com and the Phytonutrient Blog. He has lived in the Central Texas area for over 30 years. Urbach is a certified Texas Master Gardener from Hays County. For more information on the Master Gardener program contact the Hays County AgiLife Extension Service at 512-393-2120.s... https://www.sanmarcosrecord.com/features/growth-gardening-august-birth-flowers