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Imlay Florist celebrates 180 years as a family owned business in local community - Y-City News
Sunday, February 28, 2021Katie added that Dave often tells fond memories of his childhood when he would go to the greenhouses, which were located where the South Zanesville Walmart is now, and spend time with family members.“This is not just his livelihood, this has been his life,” Katie explained. “I think it carries a lot of weight with him, he is very proud of his lineage, very proud of his hard work, grit and dedication to the trade, but also to the community.”For many years, Dave worked alongside his parents in operating the family business before their eventually late retirement.For the Imlay’s and their employees, their business is unique in that they get to be involved in a wide range of emotional moments for their customers, from being involved in their weddings to comforting them in their bereavements to helping them celebrate a special occasion.“For that, we are most thankful,” said Katie. “Everybody today as consumers have choices and when they select us to be a part in those moments, that’s very special to us.”Katie, like many business owners, spoke about the time and dedication that running a small business requires but also how their employees are the backbone of the operation.“We couldn’t do it without them,” said Katie. “They are just as dedicated to the family name and for that, we couldn’t be more thankful.”Customers are often greeted by Dave himself when they walk in the front door or call to place an order, and on occasion, he will even pick up an order and deliver it himself.For Dave, pride is at the heart of everything he does, not just because it’s the generational family business but because he knows that his flowers and arrangements carry a sentimental aspect to the recipient as well.To order a bouquet for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion call (740) 452-5496 or visit www.imlayflorists.comImlay Florist is located at 54 North Fifth Street in Zanesville. https://ycitynews.com/20606/events/imlay-florist-celebrates-180-years-as-a-family-owned-business-in-local-community/
PlantShed, a cafe inside a flower shop, opens 1st N.J. spot - NJ.com
Sunday, February 28, 2021Other small businesses that have recently opened in New Jersey are Fresh Coast in Metuchen and River Street Sweets: Savannah’s Candy Kitchen in Asbury Park.RELATED STORIES ABOUT RETAIL AND SHOPPING:Walmart reveals top toys for 2020 holiday season: See the full listBurlington store replacing vacant Toys 'R' Us in Somerville Circle to openHalloween candy is on sale even earlier than usual. Here are the best deals.Please subscribe now and support the local journalism YOU rely on and trust.Nicolette Accardi can be reached at naccardi@njadvancemedia.com. Follow her on Twitter: @N_Accardi. Find NJ.com on Facebook. Have a tip? Tell us. nj.com/tips... https://www.nj.com/business/2020/09/plantshed-a-cafe-inside-a-flower-shop-opens-1st-nj-spot.html
El Paso, New Mexico florists create tribute to Walmart mass shooting victims - El Paso Times
Sunday, February 28, 2021The florists want to remain anonymous to focus and promote the unity of El Paso.The project is funded through two big donations totaling $5,000 from Walmart and a United Way of El Paso County private donor. The funds were used to purchase the moss from California, the mannequins and other supplies.There are eight floral shops involved from El Paso and Las Cruces with about 40 people from the borderland and New Mexico participating by working on the silhouettes or making donations to the project.More: Ways to commemorate the first anniversary of the Aug. 3 shooting at WalmartMore: 'Resilience': History museum staff prepares to exhibit El Paso Walmart shooting memorialmedia-image image-set="https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2020/07/31/PTX1/3b2f0873-566f-4e19-b22d-0ecfb3df45bd-116150155_2643064182675202_5543603814563684475_n.jpg bestCrop, https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2020/07/31/PTX1/3b2f0873-566f-4e19-b22d-0ecfb3df45bd-116150155_2643064182675202_5543603814563684475_n.jpg?crop=719,539,x0,y85 4:3, https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2020/07/31/PTX1/3b2f0873-566f-4e19-b22d-0ecfb3df45bd-116150155_2643064182675202_5543603814563684475_n.jpg?crop=719,959,x0,y0 3:4, https://www.gannett-cdn.com/presto/2020/07/31/PTX1/3b2f0873-566f-4e19-b22d-0ecfb3df45bd-116150155_2643064182675202_5543603814563684475_n.jpg?crop=719,404,x0,y96 16:9" image-alt="The silhouettes will be offered to the families of the victims after the anniversary events." credit="By Maria Cortes Gonzalez/El Paso Times" caption="The silhouettes will be offered to the families of the mass shooting victims after the Aug. 2 and 3 anniversary events at the El Paso County Community Healing Garden." orientation="vertic... https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/2020/07/31/el-paso-new-mexico-florists-create-floral-tribute-shooting-victims/5555190002/
Local flower shop shares story of surviving the pandemic on Small Business Saturday - ABC15 Arizona
Wednesday, December 02, 2020CHANDLER, AZ — "Very proud to have this shop, very proud every day," said Lori Williams, owner of Flowers by Renee at the corner of Alma School and Queen Creek roads in Chandler.The shop has been around for 29 years in the East Valley."I've been the owner for five years, but the shop has been at this location for 21."Williams, along with her daughter Mellissa and her grandchildren Olivia and Nathan, has made their flower shop a community gathering. They befriend just about every customer who walks in the door. Williams says the pandemic has made this small business' survival a bit hard."We did have a decline in house accounts we service some of the major hospitals and those were shut down, so that was a little tough," said Williams.Williams adds that surviving the pandemic is all due to the nine employees she has. She proudly states she hasn't laid anyone off even though her business has taken a hit."I think the employees are the backbone of the business. They are the ones that make it happen... So I will do everything in my power to make sure that they are taken care of in return," said Williams.According to the S... https://www.abc15.com/news/region-southeast-valley/chandler/local-flower-shop-shares-story-of-surviving-the-pandemic-on-this-small-business-saturday
From blocking aisles to hiding Christmas decorations, Winnipeg's big retailers stash non-essential goods - CBC.ca
Wednesday, December 02, 2020Retailers had until Saturday to remove them from shelves or rope them off, but many had done so by Friday. Blue containers and tarps block customers at a Winnipeg Walmart from accessing a section of the store. (Ian Froese/CBC) The Safeway in Osborne Village had cleaned up their flowers, stuffed a giant snowman balloon into a bag that looked too small and draped plastic where the Christmas decorations and greeting cards were sold. Blight said the floral arrangements brightened her day. She rushed into the store Thursday to buy a poinsettia, in case it wasn't there by Friday. "It's very sad," she said of the lack of greenery at Safeway. "Flowers make every space look cheery." At a Walmart in Winnipeg's Garden City neighbourhood, some aisles are blocked by boxes of chocolate, cereal and dog food. In some places, they treated plastic or tarp as if it was a wall. About a third of the supermarket was inaccessible, such as the furniture, home decor, bedding, sporting goods and office supply areas. It was rows and rows of goods you can no longer buy. "I didn't think it was for real," Tahnee Flett said. "Only essential things? How can you just buy essential things?" She wanted new Christmas decorations and a television, but she returned to her vehicle with her shopping list intact. Tahnee Flett left Walmart Friday afternoon with $200 'worth of junk' rather than the Christmas decorations and new te... https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/winnipeg-new-shopping-restrictions-non-essential-goods-blocked-off-1.5810683
Guys, Get Your Pre-Game Going for Valentines Day! - Patch.com
Sunday, February 09, 2020Elm Grove, Snapdragon Flowers provides fresh, beautiful flowers and plants for people, events and occasions. Its team of floral professionals includes Lead Designer Jenn Breitbach, the Wisconsin Professional Designer of the Year for 2019. More information is available by calling (262) 782-8380, visiting www.elmgroveflowershop.com, or following Snapdragon Flowers on Facebook. https://patch.com/wisconsin/brookfield-wi/guys-get-your-pre-game-going-valentine-s-day
Upper Dauphin’s Macklin Ayers, Steel-High’s Mehki Flowers selected to Pa. Football Writers’ Class 2A All-Stat - PennLive
Saturday, January 18, 2020Fleming, the nation’s top recruit who signed with Ohio State last week, is one of eight Tigers to be selected, including a trio of linebackers in Michigan State-bound Cal Haladay, Preston Zachman (Wisconsin) and Max Tillett (New Hampshire).Southern Columbia won its third straight PIAA championship earlier this month, defeating Avonworth 74-7 at Hersheypark Stadium.Fleming caught 72 passes for 1,538 yards and 23 touchdowns in his final season to become the state’s all-time leader in yards and receiving touchdowns.Since 2009, sports writers who cover high school football around the Commonwealth have overseen the all-state process. Players are nominated in all six classifications, and then a statewide ballot is issued to afford all writers the opportunity to cast their votes.Upper Dauphin’s record-setting athlete, Macklin Ayers, joined Steel-High’s Mehki Flowers on the team’s defensive side. A tremendous two-way talent, Ayers accounted for 3,230 yards (1,960 rush) and 48 touchdowns at quarterback.The Tri-Valley League player of the year also contributed 107 tackles, five sacks and three interceptions as a linebacker, guiding the Trojans to a District 3 title and state quarterfinal berth against Southern Columbia.Ayers set single-season and career marks for rushing yards and combined yards.Flowers, who starred as a wide receiver and defe... https://www.pennlive.com/highschoolsports/football/2019/12/upper-dauphins-macklin-ayers-steel-highs-mehki-flowers-selected-to-pa-football-writers-class-2a-all-state-team.html
The 5 best florists in Washington - Hoodline
Tuesday, July 23, 2019York FlowersPhoto: York Flowers/YelpYork Flowers, a florist and floral designer spot in Friendship Heights, is another go-to, with four stars out of 56 Yelp reviews. Head over to 5023 Wisconsin Ave. NW (between North Fessenden and North Garrison streets) to see for yourself.5. House of FlowersPhoto: Mary A./YelpFinally, if you're Downtown, check out House of Flowers, which has earned four stars out of 51 reviews on Yelp. You can find it at 710 14th St. NW (between North New York Avenue and North G Street). https://hoodline.com/2019/02/the-5-best-florists-in-washington
Police logs: Flowers stolen from grave - Wisconsin Rapids Tribune
Tuesday, June 25, 2019Karen Madden Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune Published 1:44 PM EDT Jun 18, 2019 Wisconsin Rapids » At 8:33 a.m. Monday, a Wisconsin Rapids woman reported someone tried to use her credit card to purchase shoes. » At 8:53 a.m. Monday, a caller reported someone camping in the woods at Ward Johnson Park, 3100 North Ave. » At 9:46 a.m. Monday, a caller reported a traffic crash near the intersection of Lin... https://www.wisconsinrapidstribune.com/story/news/2019/06/18/wisconsin-rapid-police-logs-flowers-stolen-grave/1485530001/
