Nina Escobedo credits her grandmother with sparking the interests of her childhood that eventually led her to become a professional costume designer working in Chicago. “My grandmother taught me to sew when I was four years old,” recalls Escobedo. “It all started with buttons and embroidery. Once my legs wereRead More →
A print-loving young mum hopes that when it comes to running a small business, she literally got the t-shirt, when she decided to quit her family business to pursue the dream of running her own business. Rebecca Newrick’s entrepreneurial ambitions were fueled when she spotted an ad on an onlineRead More →
As America’s leaders grapple with war in Europe and disruption of the world order, MAGA America leaders are in central Florida this week for this annual bacchanal of right-wing pageantry and passion. known as the Conservative Political Action Conference. With all the serious challenges the nation has faced in recentRead More →
Greetings and greetings, Lookout friends! Today is Friday, February 4, and Santa Cruz County has a mostly sunny day ahead, with temperatures heading into the mid-60s — and a warming trend is predicted for the weekend and into the -of the. Santa Cruz residents are joining a national movement today,Read More →
Never underestimate the power of a hobby. For John Emery and Jerry Preston, a bottle cutter bought at a local drugstore turned into a career that still shines after more than 40 years. In 1976, the couple bought a bottle cutter to give gifts to friends. Two years later, theyRead More →
After a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Winter Angel Car Show, hosted by the Hamblen County Car Club, has returned to the Great Smoky Mountains Expo Center in White Pine. The usually annual car show is a fundraiser for Kingswood School. Money raised from the event providesRead More →
Business Zainab Kamara 25 minutes ago Aaisha Martin – Photo courtesy skillpik – It took a “journey of self-discovery” and pursuit of purpose for accountants Aaisha Martin and Nisa Nathu Hari to hang up their 8-4 corporate hats and embark on their entrepreneurial momentum with the launch of their start-up,Read More →
Bob Saget opened up about his love for stand-up comedy on the latest episode of his podcast, which was released posthumously on Monday. The latest episode of “Bob Saget’s Here for You” opened with Bill Burr paying tribute to the actor who died on Jan. 9 at the age ofRead More →
Margaret Kennard, incumbent and candidate for Roswell City Council Ward 2 (Lisa Dunlap Photo) Copyright © 2021 Roswell Daily Record Margaret Kennard said she believes her first two years as an appointed Roswell City Council member prepared her for a four-year term and a focus on infrastructure improvements and budgetRead More →
An artist from London, Ontario has rediscovered her love for art during the COVID-19 pandemic after losing her sight years ago. Courtney Johnson discovered at a very young age that she suffered from a chronic illness. Then at 18, she lost her sight. Read more: New public art inspired byRead More →
Kendal Johnson’s passion for baking began when she was just a little girl. Now the 17-year-old from Dickson City has turned the hobby into a business. “I baked Christmas cookies with my grandma when I was younger and loved it,” she said. She started Kendal’s Cakery Kreations in June 2020.Read More →
Yoska co-founder Deepak Raj found his passion for entrepreneurship while pursuing his other passion of staying in shape. As an obese IT professional who didn’t find much time to hit the gym, Deepak saw running as the optimal way to lose weight. As he progressed through his journey, he developedRead More →
A young apprentice carpenter from Plymouth won a prestigious award after attending a scintillating ceremony in London earlier this month. Henry Powell went straight from Saltash Community School to a Level Two Carpentry and Carpentry apprenticeship with Barratt Homes and has not looked back since. Despite training during the pandemicRead More →
Editor’s Note: The Daily Item will recognize this week the people who made a difference to the Valley in 2021. It’s the latest part of a series that began on Christmas Eve. SELINSGROVE – Kelly Feiler just cares about the valley. Feiler, president of the Regional Engagement Center (REC), isRead More →
Steven Rosenblum, right, and Brecken Rosenblum, left, compete in an arm wrestling tournament. (Courtesy of Steven Rosenblum) For Steven Rosenblum, a Jewish resident of northeast Philadelphia, the standoff isn’t just a sleight of hand. A few years ago it became his main hobby. Then it turned into his side hustle,Read More →
JEDDAH: Government authorities in Saudi Arabia continue to intensify their labor reforms to improve the working environment and strengthen laws to protect workers’ rights and establish an attractive working environment. Last year, the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development launched a labor reform initiative that streamlines labor marketRead More →
The season to eat, drink and party is here – and if you’re looking to shop for local produce and support Singaporean brands, one place to start is FairPrice Finest. The local supermarket chain is a strong champion of local products and initiatives, of which Made With Passion is one.Read More →
– Words by Tess Van Straaten Photography by Lia Crowe Owner and entrepreneur of an Oak Bay jewelry store Geoffrey Beattie is pretty used to people recognizing his voice, thanks to the distinctive New Zealand accent many of us have heard in radio commercials for Barclay’s Fine Jewelers over theRead More →
Akeem Carrington took social media by storm in Barbados when he uploaded himself and his work to the internet in recent months. His humble messages spread like wildfire as people called him inspiring and began to compliment him and ask for his services. He said Company loop, he was “overwhelmed”Read More →
December 8, 2021 Editor’s Note: This story is one in a series of profiles of notable fall 2021 graduates. For almost everyone, the COVID-19 pandemic has come with major life changes, new routines, and perhaps a different outlook on life. Kelly Freter, a student at Arizona State University, is noRead More →
It takes Miriam Weiskind five days of prep and 60 seconds of cooking for the aroma of the dough – cooked to golden, bubbling perfection with sweet tomatoes and salty, hazelnut mozzarella cheese – to fill the air with its sound. Brooklyn apartment. But soon – with the help ofRead More →
ZANESVILLE – For mother-daughter duo Summer Shaver and Cindy Birtcher, entrepreneurship is nothing new. “It’s in our blood,” Shaver said. After selling their Newark bakery, the two decided to start a new business venture involving animals. Both have dogs, and Birtcher also has birds and a pig. It seemed likeRead More →
When Max Alff graduated from high school, he hadn’t initially planned on studying any longer. He enrolled at the North Carolina State Agricultural Institute for Ornamental Plant and Landscape Technology, planning to earn his associate’s degree and enter the workforce. “I love working in the landscape industry and didn’t wantRead More →