Like many Southern Idahoans, I often complain that there’s nothing to do. Perhaps this is because I approach the subject with too narrow of a focus. There might not be big concerts rolling through town or fancy festivals in parks, but most of us have chosen small town living for a reason. Instead of spending [...]
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As the frosty tendrils of Old Man Winter curl around the Magic Valley bestowing intricately crystallized designs upon windshields and requiring an extra layer be donned before stepping into the awaiting crisp breeze, Zulu Bagels and Java Jungle in Twin Falls provides the perfect escape. Frost chilled fingers are rejuvenated when wrapped around steaming coffee [...]
Editors note: Story corrected Feb. 13, 2012 – More than one person looked at the 20 years worth of debris stacked inside the old Hill City Store and Saloon and said it wasn’t worth fixing up. It would cost more than it was worth in time, talent, hassle…. Ione Kaylor heard it all. She didn’t [...]
Welcome to the New Year! Once the holiday decorations are taken down, the champagne glasses put away and life returns to business as usual, the new year (for many) signifies new beginnings and a clean slate. For several business owners, the recession which accompanied the past few years has spurred uncertainty and a somewhat dismal [...]
The cupcake trend has hit Southern Idaho. Recently, shop owner Jeannie Fields opened The Cup Cake, which offers affordable indulgent gourmet cupcakes. Recognizing the need for this niche market, Jeannie stated her goal was to create a “hip, fun and trendy, but not overwhelming cupcakerie for Twin Falls.” Two years ago Jeannie sold her businesses [...]
Stroll over to Tubbs’ Berry Farm, and you may be surprised that it’s not just the smell of berries in the air getting your attention, but the homegrown honeybees that are busy at work to tantalize your tastes. Tubbs’ Berry Farm is a homegrown operation that began growing “you pick” strawberries and raspberries. As their [...]
This time of year, I receive dozens of calls from people with questions regarding whether or not to change their business into a corporation or limited liability company. These calls usually come after years of pestering by their accountants as a result of the tax benefits of such entities. However, many small business owners do [...]
“True. Pure. Renew. Authentic. Fresh. Real. Timeless. Simple.” When Jennifer Garcia, 31, of Rupert, Idaho saw a designer fabric with these words printed on it, she knew she had to have it – at least enough to make an apron for her booth at the 2010 Mini-Cassia Craft Fair. To Jennifer, these words perfectly describe [...]
