Three-generation family-run Rowe Collision celebrates 50 years

In 1973, Ken Rowe Sr. began repairing and painting cars in his Chestnut Drive home garage after working a full day for the Jim White auto dealership. Little did he know that a half-century later, his business, Rowe Collision, would still be going strong. Best of all, he is surrounded by his family working with him in the business. Daughters Cheryl and Kim and sons Ron and Kenny Jr., along with grandson DJ, are currently part of the 10-person team operating from the 7709 West Central Ave. headquarters. Continue reading Three-generation family-run Rowe Collision celebrates 50 years

Make dad’s day with a grilling gift from Durocher’s

by Jennifer Alexander Ruple Father’s Day is around the corner. Why not treat dad to a grilling gift from Durocher’s Appliances? Located at 5555 Monroe St., Durocher’s carries top brands and accessories to help create fabulous outdoor cooking experiences for that special guy, or gal, in your life. “Any of our outdoor appliances make great gifts for dads. Along with appliances, we have accessories for … Continue reading Make dad’s day with a grilling gift from Durocher’s

SACIC loan helps with J&G expansion

Sylvania Area Community Improvement Corporation representatives Steve Leamy of Signature Bank, left, and Bill Sanford, City of Sylvania, right, present the check for $50,000 to Mark Dallas and his son Nick Dallas of J & G Pizza for their renovation project. The funds are part of the SACIC’s five-year, two-percent economic development loan. Continue reading SACIC loan helps with J&G expansion

Insurance agency relocates

Earlier this year, Rob Griffey relocated his Allstate Insurance Agency to 6049 Renaissance Place, Suite A.
“This is a great building and the location is very convenient for our clients,” Griffey reported. “We are just off Holland-Sylvania Road near Sylvania Avenue in an office park setting,” he said. According to Griffey, the new location offers a professional environment that is also good for his business. Continue reading Insurance agency relocates

Ribbon cut to open Shay’s Carpet’s third location

“We don’t want all the business, just yours,”  is the philosophy made familiar by Shay’s Carpet owner, Joe Shay. That motto is shared by his wife and business partner Robin, and his two sons Joe, IV, manager of the Mayberry store, and Bob, manager of the new Sylvania store. The Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce team and its Welcoming Committee cut a celebratory ribbon to officially open the newest Shay’s Carpet store at 5434 Monroe St. on April 25. Continue reading Ribbon cut to open Shay’s Carpet’s third location

Change Makers Recognized by SACIC

On April 12 the Sylvania Area Community Improvement Corporation hosted their annual awards luncheon, recognizing a multitude of organizations that inspired growth and change in the Sylvania area. Each award winner was presented with a plaque honoring the recipient for either opening or moving their business in Sylvania, investing in improvements to their Sylvania business, or for their dedication as a non-profit in supporting impactful projects in the community. Continue reading Change Makers Recognized by SACIC

Sylvania Ace Neighborhood Hardware staff form small business alliances

Sylvania Ace Neighborhood Hardware Manager Brian Yeager, his assistant manager Laura Hieber and other staff members take great pride in their Sylvania roots. As the winner of the 2021 Sylvania AdVantage and GenoaBank Small Business of the Year, they value other small locally owned businesses and their owners and work diligently to support them. Continue reading Sylvania Ace Neighborhood Hardware staff form small business alliances

Businesses, friendship reunited as Revé and Attitudes salons merge

Janice Edinger and Carmen Wigmans met while students in the Northview Cosmetology program.
Each pursued her individual dream, establishing two successful enterprises. Edinger and her husband Phil opened Attitudes, a Salon while Wigmans opened Revé Salon and Spa. They maintained their relationship through the years even as friendly competitors. Now they are merging their businesses, further strengthening their friendship. Continue reading Businesses, friendship reunited as Revé and Attitudes salons merge