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Go-Getting Stylists Open Blended Edge Salon

Go-Getting Stylists Open Blended Edge Salon

Monica Racine and Teresa Racine both graduated from the Montana Academy of Salons in March of 2023. “We went to school together, we graduated together, and we started the business together,” explained Monica. “All of our kids are together. We've lived in the same house for the past

Spotty Dog Treat Co Bakes All Natural Fresh Treats

Spotty Dog Treat Co Bakes All Natural Fresh Treats

Kamryn Berry is a baking enthusiast who loves to bake delicious treats for her family and friends. “A few months ago, I decided I’d bake up some treats for Dottie, our 3-year-old Border Collie/Kelpie mix. She went nuts for them,” she explained. “I homeschool and shared

Alterations by Lori Provides Seamstress Services in Great Falls

Alterations by Lori Provides Seamstress Services in Great Falls

Lori Arps is an experienced clothing alteration specialist with over 25 years of experience. She used to provide alteration services to customers while working at a dry-cleaning business for several years. However, she later decided to switch careers and started her own business called Alterations by Lori six years

Peres Food Basket Closing Brings End of an Era

Peres Food Basket Closing Brings End of an Era

On Wednesday, January 31st, Peres Food Basket on 2nd Avenue North closed its doors for the last time. The store has been owned by Laurie Peres for a little over 25 years. However, due to her deteriorating eyesight over the past year, Peres was forced to step down and make

Let's Play Games and Toys Brings Fun to Downtown Great Falls

Let's Play Games and Toys Brings Fun to Downtown Great Falls

Lee and Nicole Wiegand started their business in 2016 as Downtown Dice and Games. They started by carrying board games, RPG games, and trading card games at 514 Central Avenue. In 2019 they expanded the business to include a variety of toys. At that time, they decided to change the