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4 weeks ago | 
journalrecord.com | Brooke Strickland
Angela Muin is a creative entrepreneur with no shortage of unique work experience under her belt. She designed and made custom wedding gowns, started a lifestyle and food blog, launched a shaved ice business in Missouri, and designed an eco-friendly accessories line – just to name a few.
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1 month ago | 
idahobusinessreview.com | Brooke Strickland |Marc Lutz
Key HighlightsIdaho Youth Ranch served 785 young people in the past yearServices include therapy, adoption support, and job trainingNew Residential Center for Healing & Resilience opened in 2023Partnerships and thrift stores help fund expanded programming Founded in 1953 by a group of visionary Idahoans led by Rev. James Crowe and his wife Ruby Carey Crowe, Idaho Youth Ranch sought to provide a working ranch for struggling young people who needed a safe, supportive environment.
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1 month ago | 
idahobusinessreview.com | Brooke Strickland |Marc Lutz
Key HighlightsRediscovered Books has served Boise readers since 2006Ownership expanded to include four new local leadersStore hosts events like book clubs, author nights, and workshopsCommunity support during COVID helped business thrive There’s something magical about used bookstores. The smell of old books, the feel of a worn paperback in your hand, and the adventure of perusing the shelves to find something new – there is a charm that is unlike any other.
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2 months ago | 
idahobusinessreview.com | Brooke Strickland |Marc Lutz
Idaho Air Gun, formerly Shooter’s Bench, specializes in PCP air guns. The company operates the only indoor air gun range in the Pacific Northwest. Idaho Air Gun was named Small Business of the Month by Sen. Jim Risch. Idaho Air Gun began as Shooter’s Bench in 2013 on Fairview Avenue in Boise as a firearm and reloading pro-shop.
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2 months ago | 
idahobusinessreview.com | Brooke Strickland |Marc Lutz
Idaho sees a rise in tiny homes and ADUs as affordable housing solutions. Boise is piloting a program allowing tiny homes on wheels (THOW). ADUs and THOWs help reduce housing costs and promote sustainability. Zoning laws and construction costs remain barriers to wider adoption. The trend in the last few years for simpler living has spawned an entire industry around tiny homes or alternative dwelling units (ADU).
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2 months ago | 
idahobusinessreview.com | Brooke Strickland |Marc Lutz
The Arthur is a new 26-floor, 298-unit luxury apartment tower in downtown Boise. Amenities include a rooftop pool, concierge service, coworking space, and a boutique gym. Inspired by Boise’s mountain ranges, the design features a sculpted top and serrated crown. The project partners include Oppenheimer Development Corp., Ponsky Capital Partners, and White Oak Realty. Boise has seen dramatic growth in recent years and will soon welcome its newest upscale 26-floor apartment building.
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2 months ago | 
idahobusinessreview.com | Brooke Strickland |Marc Lutz
Idaho’s rapid population growth increases demand for affordable housing. LEAP Housing & NeighborWorks Boise invest in new housing projects. Boise needs 2,000+ new affordable housing units annually The Gem State is growing and doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. As more people move into Idaho and families keep growing, the demand for housing will continue to increase.
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2 months ago | 
vbjusa.com | Brooke Strickland
Founded in 2011, Whimsy Chocolates is a family-owned business based in Battle Ground. The business began when Pamela Wanous’ daughter was just three months old, and today – alongside her mother-in-law Ann, Whimsy Chocolates creates gourmet, fresh-made chocolates in a variety of flavors. The business sells its products online via its website and out of its storefront located in the Mountain Timber Market in Kalama.
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2 months ago | 
journalrecord.com | Brooke Strickland
Phenix Salon Suites recently announced its newest signed agreement in Norman, which will be located at 2200 24th Ave NW. The company is a salon suite rental concept that offers lifestyle professionals the opportunity to run their own business in a private salon suite within a larger, well-located salon. Founded in 2007, the company began franchising in 2012 and now has 400 locations across 33 states and five international locations. CJ See will be the new owner of Phenix Salon Suites Norman.
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Feb 13, 2025 | 
bizjournals.com | Brooke Strickland
Startup founders and NASA engineer are among those featured in an eye-catching tribute to Wichita's Black STEM pioneers. In partnership with The Kansas African American Museum, Exploration Place is recognizing Black History Month by spotlighting Wichitans of color who have made contributions to the STEM field. Each night throughout the month, an outdoor display projects large portraits and text on the side of the children's science museum viewable from the promenade along the Arkansas River.
