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In Her Own Words: thistle’s Deidre Weller

deirdre weller

Deidre Weller’s love for fashion took a backseat as she worked as a public accountant and then in healthcare finance for 30 years. However, during her shopping trips, she could see there were opportunities to improve customer service in some of the boutiques she frequented.

Westlund’s Apple Market Recognized as a Michigan Centennial Retailer

In April, MRA President and CEO Bill Hallan recognized Westlund’s Apple Market as a Michigan Centennial Retailer. Under the ownership of two families, the store has managed to ride out a century of ups and downs,

In their own words: Wilda and Ken Hopper of Bird’s Eye Outfitters

Ken and Wilda Hopper

Wilda and Ken Hopper opened Bird’s Eye Outfitters in 2016 to inspire others to get active, eat healthy, and have a good time doing it.

Wilda Hopper grew up in Fort Myers,