Granola entrepreneur pivots to selling from home in Mount Crawford
After brain surgery, Jeanette Leed from Bridgewater began baking at home and shared granola with friends. She now sells 30 to 40 varieties, including Health Nut and Simply Healthy, with vegan and gluten free options. Maple syrup is sourced from Bruce's in Highland County, and ingredients are often locally sourced.
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Grottoes approves 5 million budget with small fee rises
The Grottoes council passed a 5 million general fund budget on Monday by a 3-2 vote. Water and sewer rates will rise 3 percent due to inflation, while trash charges remain at 39 dollars bi monthly. Council members Justis and Chittum opposed, citing unchanged trash fees and planned use of surplus funds for infrastructure.
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Eddie Chittum
Joshua Bailey
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Kyle O’brien
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Newman Groomin' Grottoes launches first dog grooming business
Amanda Mullins 33 founder of Newman Groomin' Grottoes opened the first full-service dog grooming shop in town during the first week of May with a grand opening slated for June 21. Husband Patrick helped prepare the building that formerly hosted a different business.
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Newman Groomin Dog Salon Opens in Grottoes
Amanda Newman operates Newman Groomin Dog Salon at 402 5th Street Grottoes offering grooming services five days a week with hours from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Appointments available via newmangroomin.com or (540) 584-3021. Patrick, her partner and mascot, supports her venture rooted in local pet care history dating to 1987.
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