small business

Farm Fresh = Difference you can taste at Billie’s Diner

By Huckleberry Press / October 29, 2022 /
billies diner

by Patricia Elwing Have you ever come out of a diner after having breakfast or lunch and felt the heaviness of the greasy processed food and sub-par meat you just…

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From Barnyard Chick to Spokane Businesswoman: Tammy Merrill

By Huckleberry Press / October 16, 2022 /

When Sandy Tarbox, owner of Greencastle Soap and Supply, started thinking about retirement she knew her perfect replacement: Reardan farmgirl, loyal customer, and soap making instructor Tammy Merrill.

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Johnston Engineering—Bringing ideas to life

By Huckleberry Press / September 4, 2022 /
Andy Johnston

Helping businesses and individuals bring new ideas to reality and onto the market is what Johnston Engineering specializes in, and they help design and develop new products in various industries across the market.

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Baker Construction and Development: Supporting the Community that Helps Them Build Dreams from the Ground Up

By Huckleberry Press / September 2, 2022 /
Barry Baker

by Amy McGarry During my travels in Canada, I’ve been struck by the kindness and helpfulness of the Canadians I encountered. Barry Baker, originally from Swift Current, Sesketchewan, Canada, is…

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Making a Difference: Ted Schmidt and ActionCOACH Northwest

By Huckleberry Press / July 21, 2022 /
Ted Schmidt

At some point in life everyone needs to be coached and advised through certain situations. In a very active world, businesses sometimes need insight on how to grow in the surrounding environment and find continued success moving forward.

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Rick Welliver: Making a Difference in the Boxing Ring of Life

By Huckleberry Press / July 9, 2022 /
Rick Welliver, owner, Spokane Boxing Gym

Every successful boxer has a good corner. In the boxing ring, this is the fighter’s trainer. But everyone needs a good “corner” in life–someone who will encourage us, give us guidance. Someone who will help us grow.

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Katz Realty: “It’s About Helping People”

By Huckleberry Press / February 23, 2022 /
Patrick Katz

ainly know that the housing market of today makes it an incredibly good time to sell a house. What you might not know is the best way to go about it. For example, you might think that choosing a big real estate company will give you the greatest exposure, increasing your chances of the best deal. Not the case. Just ask Patrick Katz, owner of Katz Realty based in Davenport.

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Seafood, Tires, and Almost Anything Else You Might Need: Blue Creek Mercantile

By Huckleberry Press / January 9, 2022 /

I thought I must have misheard Dave Olson, owner of Blue Creek Mercantile. I had asked him what the biggest sellers were at his store near Chewelah. While I had not yet visited Blue Creek Mercantile, I had an image in my mind of a small town mercantile in Eastern Washington. I imagined fabric, animal feed, canning supplies, sugar, flour, and coffee in bulk, and candy. My conception was probably misinformed by all the hours I spent watching Little House on the Prairie as a child. In fact, the Walnut Grove Mercantile from “Little House” was owned by another friendly and kind Mr. Olson. (Remember his awful daughter Nellie Olson who tormented the Ingalls girls?)

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Living Herbal: Dedicated to Medicinal Herbs and Teas

By Huckleberry Press / November 8, 2021 /

Nestled in the scenic town of Deer Park, you’ll find Living Herbal, a shop dedicated to medicinal herbs and teas. You’ll also find the owner, Eric Sims, who is dedicated to providing the highest quality herbs and teas to his customers. And

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Engaging, Connecting, and Growing: West Plains Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Executive Director Mark Losh

By Huckleberry Press / September 30, 2021 /

“Engage, Connect, Grow” is Mark Losh’s mantra and his driving framework. Mark became the Executive Director of the West Plains Chambers of Commerce on August 23rd of this year. He hit the ground running and attended 55 meetings in his first three weeks. He managed to carve some time out of his busy schedule to connect with me about his new role and his goals for the West Plains Chamber. Hold on to your hats, West Plains folks, and get ready for some exciting times! In fact, Mark doesn’t sleep well because he is so excited about his work with the West Plains business community, the growth of the area, and the changes coming to the chamber.

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