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Show usiness A6 • WEDNESDAY, JULY 29, 2009 Guardian of Your Community News Rooky's David Miller / The Sentinel SIDEWALK SALE: Shannon, Sydnee and Austin Garrett man the sidewalk sale at Cole's House of Trophies. Cole's House of Trophies honored learn the trade on her own. Cole's father, Paul Trotter, and niece, Shannon GarDavid Miller rett, also work alongside her. One of the many chalCole's House of Trolenges and decision most phies, owned by Lesli Cole, has been selected as the small business owners face Business of the Month by is whether to compete on the Spanish Fork/Salem a local, national or global Chamber of Commerce. level, or to have one store This is an honor for a small versus multiple locations. business that has been in While there are various operation for 23 years. challenges and opportuniCole's House of Trophies ties to each option, many has achieved a level of suc- small business owners want cess that takes many years to maintain a level of rapand much hard work. port with their customers Even with all the chal- and provide specialized serlenges facing the economy, vices that may not be posthere are still individuals sible with larger competiwho dream of having their tors. This was the choice own business. Cole took made by Cole's House of ownership of an existing Trophies. business from a prior ownJewelry and watches er. She had no education or can wear out over time. skills related to the profes- Often they are handed sion of jewelry, watch re- down from one generapair and custom trophies, tion to another and/or they but she had a desire to suc- create sentimental value. ceed and was willing to With additional care and Business Here, Business Now professional service, jewelry and watches can be restored and provide many additional years of beauty and service to the owners. Cole's House of Trophies is a master at providing this service. Additionally, they help businesses and organizations with awards, gifts and trophies. Cole said that her success comes from providing friendly service and receiving support from other business and community members. She appreciates those who patronize local businesses such as hers. Providing genuine care and friendly service are a few of the hallmarks of owning a successful, local business, and Cole's seems to be doing just that. Congratulations to Cole's House of Trophies, Spanish Fork/Salem Chamber of Commerce Business of the Month. Namon Bills / The Sentinel FOR A GOOD CAUSE: Savannah, Sawyer and Saylor Giles man the hot dog stand at Rocky's American Car Care Center, Thursday, July 23. Visitors could get a hot dog and a drink for one dollar. The annual event is to raise funds for Primary Children's Hospital, and has been going on for 10 years. Bank of American Fork Namon Bills / The Sentinel CUSTOMER APPRECIATION: Bank of American Fork held their customer appreciation day Thursday, July 23, with treats and gifts for everyone coming in. Pictured, left to right, are Todd Harrison, Jen Wright, Shaela Mitchell, Jan Connelly, Lorraine Dedrickson, Caitlyn Hightower, Jed Mitchell and Sheri Reel. Barber Brothers Namon Bills / The Sentinel ON AIR: KALL 700 visited Barber Bros. Wednesday, July 22 to broadcast their Real Salt Lake Coach's show. Pictured, left to right, are Spencer Checketts, Barber Bros. General Manager Trent Wride, and Frank Dolce. .T-'>~: '"v""*.*TTt~1*. T.V^A- Chamber Calendar Thursday, July 30 12 p.m. ribbon cutting: Kaye Jones of Exit Homes Showplace Realty, 251 ••£ West Hwy 198 Suite 3, Salem. 1 p.m. ribbon cutting: Magleby's Fresh is under new management. Choco- J late cake and breadsticks for everyone, 310 North Main St., Spanish Fork Friday, July 3 1 -^-xy •/?.'' •- ;*- • ^'r\.'->•- > - ^ ' ; ' .v* -:7V;:'-:-'^;^<&tf~\ Susan Barber is retiring from Western States Insurance, There will be a farewell open house at Western States Insurance, 87 East Center St., Spanish,; i(a.m. August Mixer ,at Pizza Factory; .., 1>:. , , , Thursday, Aug. 6 CALLED TO SERVE: Lesli Cole and Paul Trotter prepare missionary plaques. ; ^ ^ ^ } ^ ; ^ ^ ^ ^ A %w^^^:#?^^^^ Movie Mixer at Spanish' 8 Theater. Free movie for all businesses, employees and families. Show times and listings to be announced. |