Home of the Bonus Bucket - Serving Medina, Ohio: Mike Biskup, owner and operator of Greenkeepers Lawn Service & Landscaping, Inc., has worked in the lawn care and landscaping industry since his college days in the early 1990s. He founded Greenkeepers in Medina in 1999, and in 2006 opened The Mulch Barn on Lafayette Road as a natural extension of the services he already offered. We visited with Mike recently, and listened as he provided this overview of The Mulch Barn's products and services; - read more...

Setting a New Benchmark in Professional Hair, Skin, and Nail Care Services - Serving Medina, Ohio: In the mid 1980s Sandy Vargo owned a beauty supply store where she sold combs, brushes, and a variety of hair care products. She then opened a service with two assistants to provide hair cutting and perms to shut-ins in the comfort of their own homes. In 1989, Sandy founded V.I.P Beauty Salon Inc. on the north end of Medina, and in 2002 moved her salon to its present location at 120 N. East Street. We met with Sandy and Salon Managers Gina Joyce, Jackie Lucas, and Belinda Senick recently, and listened as they provided this overview of V.I.P Beauty Salon's services; - read more...

Peace of Mind, Each Step of the Way - Serving Medina, Ohio: During her fifteen year career with the FBI, Bridgett Maynard-Dennis learned the importance of having high expectations of herself, being 100% accurate all of the time, and being ready to go anytime, anywhere. Although the work was very rewarding, the demanding lifestyle left Bridgett feeling torn between her dedication to her job and her responsibilities to her two young children. Seeking a career that would provide a better balance between work and family, Bridgett accepted a position with a title and escrow company where she became a licensed Title Agent. In 2007, she coupled her title experience with her people skills and her penchant for accuracy to found Maynard &Dennis Title with her husband, Ken, and her son, Jeff. We met with Bridgett recently, and listened as she provided this overview of Maynard &Dennis Title's services; - read more...

A Big Store Experience with a Mom and Pop Atmosphere - Serving Medina, Ohio: Working as a sales manager for a motorcycle dealership, Kirk Compton got the surprise of his life when a couple customers asked how much it would cost to buy all of the used motorcycles he had on hand. Not your typical customers, these European gentlemen were purchasing container loads of used American and Japanese motorcycles they could ship to Holland, Germany, Belgium, and England for resale at higher prices. Sensing an intriguing business opportunity at hand, Kirk, his brother Paul, and their father, Gar founded Wholecycle, Inc. in 1992 buying used motorcycles and shipping them forty at a time to Europe. - read more...

For All Your Landscaping Needs - Serving Medina, Ohio: Joe Demeter founded Paradise Tree Farm, Inc. in 1988 as an outgrowth of the enjoyment he found in watching plants grow. Purchasing a 100 acre farm, Joe and his father constructed a very efficient irrigation system, added a couple ponds, and the first year purchased and planted 1,500 trees. Throughout the following 21 years Paradise Tree Farm continued to grow, and today Joe plants closer to 8,000 new trees each year. We visited with Joe recently, and listened as he provided this overview of Paradise Tree Farm, Inc. and the products and services they offer; - read more...

Improving Both Your Health and Your Life - Serving Medina, Ohio: As a Registered Nurse and Certified Yoga Instructor, Shirley Weimer has a deep appreciation for health and wellness. She first began to practice yoga in 1973 and quickly realized the vital role this centuries-old science can play not only as a great stress reliever, but in building strength and flexibility of both mind and body. In 1997 Shirley founded Northern Ohio Yoga to help local residents seeking inner peace, a quieted mind, and a more comfortable body. We met with Shirley Weimer recently, and listened as she provided this overview of Northern Ohio Yoga's offerings; - read more...

Convenient, Safe, and Eco-Friendly - Serving Medina, Ohio: As a mother and a wife, Joy Wright frequently visited web sites concerning products typically used in most households. She was shocked and alarmed to discover that many everyday cleaning, laundry, and cosmetic products contain harmful chemicals and even carcinogens. Wanting the best for her family, Joy began her quest to find high quality products that were highly effective while being safer for her family, home, and the environment. In 2005, Joy founded "The Joy of Wellness Co." to provide others with the exceptional products she had found, and to teach them about the many toxins to which their families are exposed every single day. We visited with Joy recently, and listened as she provided this overview of The Joy of Wellness Co.; - read more...

A Unique Learning Experience - Serving Medina, Ohio: An accountant by trade, Debbie Destro has always had a passion for children and education. Realizing that Brunswick needed another alternative, Debbie and Joe founded Kids Town Child Development Center in February 2004. At that time, there were only four other childcare centers in Brunswick, all operating under the same "big room" concept. We met with Debbie recently, and listened as she provided this overview of Kids Town's unique concept and services; - read more...

Top Quality Appliance Repairs Since 1986 - Serving Medina, Ohio: As a small child, Tony DiMassa could frequently be found taking things apart, seeing how they worked, and then putting them back together again. He attended the Cuyahoga County Vocational School during his junior and senior years in high school where he quickly learned the ins and outs of appliance repair. In 1986 Tony founded Total Appliance Service in a small space behind his father's barber shop and his father was often the source of his earliest customers. His father would come back to where Tony had a little desk and one telephone, and say, "I have a customer that needs his washing machine fixed." Tony then got the customer's address, went to his house, and fixed the washer. From these humble beginnings, Total Appliance Service has since grown into being one of the top appliance service companies in the entire northeast Ohio community. We met with Tony recently, and listened as he provided this overview of Total Appliance Service's services and offerings; - read more...

Specializing in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation - Serving Medina, Ohio: While working as a school teacher, Susan M. Arceneaux, M. D. earned her master's degree in Special Education with emphasis on Learning Handicapped and Aphasia. She then completed a second B.A. degree in Biology before graduating from Dartmouth Medical School. She completed a one year internship, and a three year residency at MetroHealth Medical Center/Case Western University in Physiatry. Physiatry is a branch of medicine which aims to enhance and restore functional ability and quality of life to those with cognitive and physical impairments or disabilities. Dr. Arceneaux founded her Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) practice in Medina, Ohio in 2001. We met with Dr. Arceneaux recently, and listened as she providee this overview of her practice's services and offerings; - read more...

Quality Workmanship, Honesty, & Integrity - Serving Medina, Ohio: While in school Jason Chupp took a vocational aptitude test with the results showing that he was particularly suited for a career in the field of horticulture. Jason had already developed a love of plants and working outdoors, so in 2005 he founded Grand View Landscaping and Decks L.L.C. We visited with Jason recently, and listened as he provided this overview of Grand View Landscaping's services; - read more...

If Anything Leaks, Squeaks, Rattles, Thumps, or Bumps - Serving Medina, Ohio: Brad Leyda's career in the automotive repair industry began with a job at a local muffler shop when he was in 9th grade. By the time he graduated from high school, Brad was already on his way to becoming a highly skilled mechanic. Wanting to own his own business, Brad founded Brad's Auto Service in Medina, Ohio in 1993. We met with Brad recently, and listened as he provided this overview of the services he provides; - read more...

As Chemical Free as a Salon Can Be - Serving Medina, Ohio: Phyllis DiSalvo and Nancy Bruening met while working at a local hair salon. Some of Phyllis' clients told her they experienced allergic reactions whenever they came in contact with the typical shampoos, hair coloring, and styling aids found in homes and salons everywhere. Deciding there must be a better way, Phyllis soon began to locate organic styling products that provided all the benefits of their traditional counterparts without the chemicals that can cause a variety of health problems, including asthma and allergies. In March 2007, Phyllis and Nancy founded Botanica Organic Salon where they offer their clients a complete salon experience that is both safe and odor free. We met with Phyllis and Nancy recently, and listened as they provided this overview of Botanica Organic Salon's offerings; - read more...

Come Home to Brookpoint Apartments - Serving Medina, Ohio: Don and Elizebeth Williams met in Tampa, Florida where they embarked on a successful career in apartment ownership and management. They sold their properties in 2002, traveled extensively, and played a bit with antique automobiles. After moving back to Medina, Ohio, Don's hometown, Don and Liz discovered Brookpoint Apartments, built in 1979, was for sale, and they purchased the property in February 2008. We met with Don recently, and listened as he provided this overview of the lifestyle and amenities available at Brookpoint Apartments; - read more...

Next Time You Leave Home Your Pet Won't Have To - Serving Medina, Ohio: At the end of her thirty year career in the international transportation trade, Sandy Winland was wondering what life held in store for her next. She was asked to lend a hand with her step-daughter's pet sitting business, and once she met her first dog she fell in love immediately. In May 2004 Sandy went full time in pet sitting and in April 2005 created Critters Keeper Pet Care Service, LLC where she cares for a multitude of area pets as if they were her own. We visited with Sandy recently, and listened as she provided this overview of the services Critters Keeper offers; - read more...

Your Healthcare Ambassadors - Serving Medina, Ohio: Diplomat Healthcare has been in North Royalton since 1979. In February 2008, the facility was purchased by Saber Healthcare Group which has since embarked on an ambitious renovation project of the physical facility and the services they offer. We met recently with Administrator Victoria Dumbra, LNHA, and listened as she provided this overview of Diplomat Healthcare's services and offerings; - read more...

Medina County's Premier Restoration Technicians - Serving Medina, Ohio: Heather Leyda hired a friend to help her paint her husband's automobile repair shop. When they were done they couldn't believe the dramatic difference between the "before and after" appearance. They decided to start their own company offering similar services to local residents and businesses, but before they got started Heather's friend moved out of the area leaving Heather to start the business on her own. Remembering how impressed they had been with the striking difference in the before and after appearance of her husband's shop, Heather founded Before and After Cleaning Service in January 2008. We visited with Heather recently, and listened as she provided this overview of the many services Before and After Cleaning Service provides; - read more...

Clean, Secure, and Convenient Local Storage Facilities - Serving Medina, Ohio: Searching for a solution to his own storage needs, Russ Green realized that constructing a large enough building would not only satisfy his own requirements but would also provide extra space that could be rented to others. In 1987 Russ founded All Purpose Storage, a two building facility with a total of forty-five individual storage units. Located at 5420 Lake Road in Medina, Ohio, All Purpose Storage has expanded their available storage space with the addition of a second forty-five unit facility located at 7417 Lake Road in Chippewa, Ohio. We visited with Russ and his wife, Joanne, recently, and listened as Russ provided this overview of All Purpose Storage's offerings; - read more...

Quality Workmanship That Is Guaranteed! - Sal and Tom Manera, owners of Sal's Landscaping Co., grew up working along side their father where they learned the landscaping and concrete trades. Using the knowledge handed down from father to sons, Sal and Tom Manera have spent nearly three decades introducing Northeast Ohio residents to outdoor living at its finest. We met with Tom and Sal recently, and listened as they provided this overview of the services Sal's Landscaping Co. has to offer; - read more...

The Seville Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting - The Seville Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting and dinner on February 16, 2009 at the American Heritage Restaurant in Seville. Mayor Larry Landis spoke about the past year and upcoming plans for 2009. January minutes were ratified, and the budget for 2009 was approved with the understanding that Night at the Races is to be reconsidered. - read more...

Your One-Stop Diesel Pick-Up Truck Headquarters - Serving Medina, Ohio: Karl Mireiter began repairing and modifying diesel pick-up trucks and building transmissions in 2001. His hobby continued to grow throughout the years until Karl and his wife, Christina, decided the time had come to turn Karl's dreams into reality. They purchased a property on N. Front Street in Burbank, repaired and remodeled the building, and in 2008 founded RedLine Diesel Power. We visited with Karl and Christina recently, and listened as they provided this overview of RedLine Diesel Power's services and offerings; - read more...

Quality, Service, & 100% Customer Satisfaction - Serving Medina, Ohio: After retiring from his career as a truck driver, Elmer Bechtold began searching for something he could do on a part-time basis to supplement his pension. After founding E & E Interior Painting with his wife, Elaine, on February 1, 2002, Elmer's part-time endeavor grew into a full-time business as word of his top quality workmanship quickly spread. We visited with Elmer and Elaine recently, and listened as Elmer described their company's services and offerings; - read more...

Here's the Real Scoop! - Serving Medina, Ohio: With two loving dogs of her own, Marcy Szucs is very familiar with the challenges day-to-day care of pets can bring. In April 2003, Marcy founded Scoopidy Doo, LLC to assist Northeast Ohio homeowners with cleaning up what their dogs leave behind. We visited with Marcy recently, and listened as she provided this overview of the services Scoopidy Doo provides; - read more...

A Portrait of Style - Serving Medina, Ohio: As a child growing up in Western Pennsylvania, Laurie Musser loved to draw. With six brothers and sisters, she often had difficulty finding a blank sheet of paper so her mother gave her a chalkboard as a medium for her artistic talents. Laurie would sit on the floor drawing on the chalkboard until she was surrounded by mountains of chalk dust, and was thrilled with the joy her friends and family found in her drawings. Following her graduation from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, PA, Laurie moved to Strongsville, OH and embarked on a twenty-five year career as an illustrator for American Greetings. Wanting to broaden her horizons and focus her talents in new directions, Laurie launched her own business and founded Chalkboard Studio in 2003. We met with Laurie recently, and listened as she provided this overview of her studio's offerings; - read more...

Eliminate Your Pain & Enjoy Life Again - Serving Medina, Ohio: In the not-so-distant past, the only treatment available for people suffering from pain would be to visit their physician, receive a few epidurals, and then be on their way to see a surgeon. Sometimes the surgery would bring them the relief they sought, but many times they would be told their pain was caused by irrepairable nerve or disc damage and pain would be a constant companion throughout the rest of their life. Fortunately, times have changed. - read more...

Optimal Energy Efficiency & Enhanced Comfort - Serving Medina, Ohio: Several years ago, Jon Bridge was introduced to a contractor in Buffalo, New York who was helping homeowners save money on their energy costs by insulating their new homes with a revolutionary polyurethane foam product. Jon, impressed with what he saw, attended classroom training in the technique and began working for the company to gain valuable field experience. In 2005, Jon founded Foam Crafters Insulation Co. in Westlake, Ohio to enable property owners in Northeast Ohio to realize the financial benefits of this super-efficient foam insulation. We visited with Jon recently, and listened as he provided this overview of Foam Crafters Insulation's offerings; - read more...

The Permanent Waterproofing Solution - Serving Medina, Ohio: Douglas (Doug) B. Kern has always been interested in the construction industry. After meeting the founder of B-Dry Waterproofing System, Doug was so impressed with B-Dry's unique approach to waterproofing basements he purchased the original B-Dry franchise in 1992. We visited with Doug recently, and listened as he provided this overview of B-Dry's services and their remarkable history as the undisputed leader in the waterproofing industry; - read more...

The Affordable Solution to Keeping Your Vehicle Running Smoothly - Serving Medina, Ohio: After touring the Joint Vocational Center (JVC), now known as the Medina County Career Center, when in his early teens, Sean Presser knew he wanted a career in automotive mechanics. He graduated from Medina High School, then attended Northwestern College where he earned automotive and business degrees. Sean has become an A.S.E. Master Certified Technician, and obtained his Nissan certification while working for local Nissan dealers. - read more...

The Hidden Fire Hazard in Your Home - Serving Medina, Ohio: Most of us would be surprised to learn that lurking inside our homes is a fire hazard so severe it could cost us our home or even the lives of our loved ones. What is the source of this alarming danger? It is nothing less than the vent of your clothes dryer! - read more...

Quality Printing at Advantageous Pricing - Serving Medina, Ohio: Repro Depot Printing was founded in Medina, OH in the mid-1970s. At the time, Diane Korfhage's husband, Kurt, was a paper salesman, and one day while paying a call on Repro Depot Printing he learned that the business was for sale. Upon arriving home, he told Diane about Repro Depot Printing and suggested she consider buying the company. Thirteen months after the business first opened its doors Diane became the new owner and has now been building a reputation for quality printing services for over thirty years. We visited with Diane recently, and listened as she provided this overview of the services her company provides; - read more...

Serving the Healthcare Needs of Horses, Small Animals, & Exotic Pets - Serving Medina, Ohio: In 2004 Drs. Robert Nathan and Stephen Faust purchased Sharon Center Veterinary Hospital which had been originally established by Dr. Dave McDonald. Primarily an equine practice in the beginning, Sharon Center Veterinary Hospital has grown throughout the years to become a practice providing care not only for horses, but for small animals and exotic pets, as well. We met with Drs. Nathan and Faust recently, and listened as they provided this overview of the services available at Sharon Center Veterinary Hospital; - read more...

A Cost-Effective Solution to Mold Remediation - Serving Medina, Ohio: Early in 2001 Douglas (Doug) Kern discovered that many homeowners and building owners were losing the coverage for mold damage that had been provided by their insurance policies. As the insurance companies began refusing to cover damage from mold growth, building owners were suddenly in need of a cost-effective solution to their mold remediation needs. Doug founded Mold Protection Services, Inc. in 2001 to handle those mold related problems, and became a Certified Applicator for Anabec, a leader in the indoor air quality industry known for their non-toxic, environmentally safe microbial products for the treatment of mold and bacteria. We visited with Doug recently, and listened as he provided this overview of Mold Protection Services'; - read more...

Giving You Their Best Every Day - Serving Medina, Ohio: Medina's Hawkins Market, located at 233 Lafayette Road since opening in October 1982, was purchased in 2002 by Geyer's Markets, Inc. Geyer's Markets was founded in 1945 by brothers John and Melvin Geyer, and over the following years has built an enviable reputation built on desire, sacrifice, and plenty of hard work. While not nearly as large as a Giant Eagle or Walmart, Hawkins Geyer's Fresh Foods offers the Medina community friendly and courteous service, quality products, fair value, and an unending dedication to its employees. We met recently with Store Manager Joyce Porter, and listened as she provided this overview of Hawkins Geyer's Fresh Foods' offerings; - read more...

The Distinctive Look of Natural Stone - Serving Medina, Ohio: During World War II Mike Hardy served his country aboard several ocean going vessels including the U.S.S. California which sank after the Japanese raid on Pearl Harbor, the U.S.S. Astoria which went down at Guadalcanal, and the U.S.S. Santa Fe. After his discharge from the Navy, Mike trained as a bricklayer and built 50 masonry houses, many of which featured hand-cut stone fronts. Intrigued by the stone business, Mike founded Medina Cut Stone, Inc. in 1954 where he continues to supply homeowners and contractors with some of the finest stone building products in the local area. We met with Mike recently, and listened as he provided this overview of Medina Cut Stone's products and services; - read more...

Health, Happiness, & Wellness - Serving Medina, Ohio: When Dr. Matthew Hamilton was a child of thirteen years of age, he fell on the small of his back while playing basketball. Although their were no fractured or broken bones, he was placed on medication and advised to get plenty of rest while applying ice to his injuries. Wanting to get back in the game as soon as possible, Dr. Hamilton convinced his family to take him to see a chiropractor who determined that he had two major subluxations which were causing muscle spasms that were pinching a nerve. The chiropractor began to treat Dr. Hamilton's injured back, and within two days Dr. Hamilton was back on the court with his classmates. - read more...

Complete Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Services - Serving Medina, Ohio: Five generations of men in James (Jim) Schneider's family have supported their families by working on vehicles. His great-grandfather was a blacksmith, his father and grandfather were mechanics, and now Jim, his wife of over thirty years, Susan, and his son, Chris, are following the family tradition. Jim was introduced to the trade at twelve years of age, opened his first shop in Litchfield in 1980, and moved his business to Norwalk Road in Medina in 1986. We visited with Jim recently, and listened as he provided this overview of the services available at Jim's Maintenance Services; - read more...

Dedicated to Keeping Pets Happier at Home! - Serving Medina, Ohio: Nichole Kelland began pet sitting in 1999 while studying to become a Registered Veterinary Technician. Even after she accepted a position at a small animal hospital in Medina, her part-time pet sitting clientele continued to grow. In June 2006 Nichole decided to focus her full-time attention on serving the needs of her clients and their pets, and Happier at Home Pet Sitting, LLC became her new career. We visited with Nichole recently, and listened as she provided this overview of her company's services; - read more...

Senior Homecare by Angels® - Serving Medina, Ohio: Lifelong friends since childhood, Gail McEnteer and Kristie Marks have shared many of the same experiences. They showed horses together for many years and socialized with each other as adults. Over the years Gail and Kristie spoke frequently about starting a business together. At the suggestion of a friend they began to investigate the opportunity available as a Visiting Angels® franchisee. Each had been the caregiver for aging parents, recalled the exhaustion that being on call twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week can bring, and realized how helpful living assistance services would be to homebound senior citizens and their families. They contacted Visiting Angels®, passed the company's rigorous selection process, and in 2006 opened their own Visiting Angels® office. We visited with Gail and Kristie recently, and listened as they provided this overview of the services Visiting Angels® offers; - read more...

Medina County's Hub of Aviation - Serving Medina, Ohio: Eric Olson has been around airplanes from the time he was two years old. His father has been a pilot for fifty years, and aviation was a constant topic at the family dinner table. Today Eric is the General Manager of Flight Services of Medina, a division of Olson Products Inc., which began operating the Medina Airport in December 1991. We visited with Eric recently, and listened as he provided this overview of his company's services; - read more...

Getting You Back on the Road Fast! - Serving Medina, Ohio: Jeff Priebe began working on cars with his father while growing up, and his automotive skill led to a career in automotive repair. In 2007 Jeff founded Priebe's Collision Center in Medina, Ohio and has since been setting a new benchmark in the autobody repair industry, both in quality and in customer service. We visited with Jeff recently, and listened as he provide this overview of the services Priebe's Collision Center provides; - read more...

We'll Leave the Light On for You® - Serving Medina, Ohio: Growth near Medina's I-71 and State Route 18 intersection began to rapidly accelerate in the mid to late 1990s. With its very convenient location, this high traffic area was quickly becoming the gateway to the Akron, Cleveland, and Medina marketplaces. To help accommodate the many travelers coming into the area for both business and pleasure, Motel 6 opened its doors on East Pointe Drive on July 27, 2000. The hotel was built as the prototype for all new Motel 6 construction, and contains many newly introduced features and upgrades. We met recently with General Manager Jo Anna Cook and Manager Sam Karim, and listened as they provided this overview of Motel 6's accommodations; - read more...

The Natural Way to Shop - Serving Medina, Ohio: After her daughter was born, Melinda Greenland began making lavender products at home and selling them at craft shows. Melinda met many other local artisans and craftspeople while attending the craft shows who were doing the same thing. After seeing the high quality of the handmade items on display, Melinda founded Natures Lavender Gifts in Valley City in late November 2007 to provide Northeast Ohio residents with a convenient place to shop for natural, handmade, high quality original artwork and crafts. We visited with Melinda recently, and listened as she provided this overview of Natures Lavender Gifts' offerings; - read more...

A Place of Infinite Possibilities - Serving Medina, Ohio: In the spring of 2003 Karen Burke purchased a pregnant, female alpaca named Kellie. Without the land and facilities needed to house and care for Kellie, Karen had her boarded for a couple years at another farm during which time Kellie gave birth to two beautiful little crias (baby alpacas). Karen found, purchased, and began renovating a property in Westfield Township, and in September 2005 her small herd of alpacas moved to their permanent home. Alpacas are known for their remarkable fleece which makes wonderful fiber and yarn, and over the next couple years Karen became very involved in exploring the joys of fiber arts. In November 2007 Karen combined her three passions - alpacas, fiber arts, and natural health and healing - and founded Places in Time Farm to share her interests with others in the local community. We visited with Karen recently, and listened as she provided this overview of Places in Time Farm's products, services, and offerings; - read more...

An Intimate Gift Shop with Style and Personality - Serving Medina, Ohio: In 1845 Creston, OH became home to a farmhouse constructed on a 150 acre plot of ground. The little boy who grew up there, Martin Cole, inherited the homestead and in 1908 encased the original structure in brick. The home became known as the Cole Mansion and gained notoriety as one of the area's leading tobacco farms. Martin's wife passed away in 1924 and in the mid-1930s Martin sold the property which would then become the Shady Rest Nursing Home. Shady Rest continued to serve the local community through the mid 1970s when it was purchased by a minister and his family who converted the nursing home into a chapel. Sometime later the property was sold again, this time being reinvented as a bed and breakfast inn. - read more...

It's a Happy Place - Serving Medina, Ohio: For many years Carol and Ed Pamer raised their own beef and pork on their farm in Seville, OH. After selling their animals, Ed began to fill the barn with antique automobiles. When he mentioned that he was thinking of building another barn to hold even more cars, Carol asked if she might also have a barn to house the herbs and flowers she wanted to grow. After Carol designed a small 20 foot by 20 foot barn, Ed suggested making it a bit bigger so they could use it for other things, too. Well, the "little barn" ended up being 40 feet wide and 60 feet long with a 100 foot wrap-around porch! The barn was completed in October 1999, and a Halloween party for 80 people was scheduled to christen the barn. - read more...

Made With Love! - Serving Medina, Ohio: Knowing that we absorb toxins through our skin, Barbara Downey became interested in making an all-natural soap that would contain only ingredients proven to be beneficial to the human body. She joined the Handcrafted Soap Makers Guild, took some courses, and became a Certified Soapmaker. In 2005 Barbara founded Earth Essentials Natural Soap to share her health concerns with others, and to teach them that choosing a handmade soap is a luxurious way to care for the only body you are given. We visited with Barbara recently, and listened as she provided this overview of the wonderful, handmade soaps available from Earth Essentials Natural Soap; - read more...

Don't Replace Your Septic System! - Serving Medina, Ohio: In 1997 Joe Mollric had a major septic problem at his home in Jackson Township. After having his septic system pumped monthly for three months in a row, he realized it was time for drastic action. His pumper and a well respected septic system installer told him the cost to replace his existing system would be somewhere in the range of $12,000.00, but with three children in college and two more ready to enroll, Joe knew that $12,000.00 was definitely not an option. - read more...

A Focus on Quality - Serving Medina, Ohio: Altercare of Wadsworth Center for Rehabilitation & Nursing Care, Inc. is located in the building that was the original home to WHR Health System. After the hospital was moved to its current location, the building became a nursing home which was purchased by Altercare of Ohio, Inc. in 1988. Altercare, headquartered in North Canton Ohio, owns and operates 16 senior care facilities throughout Ohio and one in Michigan, each focused on meeting the highest standards with a team of highly trained professionals providing attention to every important detail. We met recently with Administrator Aaron Hetrick, LNHA, and listened as he provided this overview of Altercare of Wadsworth's offerings; - read more...

We Bring Your Vision to Life - Serving Medina, Ohio: Brothers Dustan and Ladd Tryon began working in the landscape industry as soon as they graduated from high school. When their brother bought a home in California, he asked Dustan and Ladd to come out and do the landscaping for him. They had such a good time installing their own designs that upon returning home, they founded Edgewater Landscaping the following spring and went into business for themselves. We visited recently with Dustan and Ladd, and listened as they provided this overview of the services Edgewater Landscaping offers; - read more...

Complete Car Care Experts - Serving Medina, Ohio: For Michael (Mike) and Beth Kowalsky's family, automobiles have been a central focus of their lives for decades. Although Mike was employed as a chemist for twenty-three years, he and son Tom were dedicated automobile racing enthusiasts. When Mike's employer decided to move their operations to Nashville, TN, the Kowalsky family chose to remain in Northeast Ohio and open their own business. Researching available opportunities, they quickly discovered that AAMCO Transmissions had been a leader in the automotive repair industry for over forty years. On January 2, 2007, Mike, Beth, and Tom opened the doors to AAMCO of Medina where they stake their reputation on their award-winning customer service. We met with Mike, Beth, and Tom recently, and listened as they provided this overview of the services AAMCO of Medina offers; - read more...

A Pioneer in the Mulch Industry - Serving Medina, Ohio: In the mid-1950s the Smith family moved from Hinckley to Marks Road in Medina where they established their dairy farm. They purchased sawdust and wood shavings for their cattle and sold the excess to local farmers. As their relationship with the saw mills grew, Myron and Glenn began to turn bark into mulch for landscaping projects. - read more...

Stylish Fashions at Budget Prices - Serving Medina, Ohio: As a school teacher working on her Master's Degree, Sarah Roth needed to maintain a professional image. Raising her children as a single mother, although, left little money for clothing for either her or her children. She found the solution by visiting local consignment clothing shops where gently used, top quality clothing could be found at a fraction of its original cost. - read more...

Enjoying the Alpaca Lifestyle - Serving Medina, Ohio: Searching for a viable business opportunity and the benefits available with a rural lifestyle, Adam and Peg Yonkof moved to the country where they began to research various agricultural pursuits. Their goal was to find an avenue that would prove to be profitable, have growth potential, and be able to be handed down to their children at some point in the future. Adam and Peg discovered that breeding and raising alpacas fit their requirements perfectly, and in 2005 founded One Fine Day Alpacas LLC. We met with Peg and Adam recently, and listened as they detailed the ins and outs of alpaca farming; - read more...

Your Professional Electrical Connection - Serving Medina, Ohio: Joseph A. Melinz graduated from college with a Business Administration Degree in Sales and Marketing. He began doing electrical work in the late 1980s, and in 1996 incorporated All-Pro Electric Service, Inc. We visited with Joseph recently, and listened as he provided this overview of All-Pro Electric Service's offerings; - read more...

Making Your Next Construction Project a Success - Serving Medina, Ohio: Brunswick, Ohio resident Michael Cangemi began working in the construction industry shortly after graduating from high school. His experience encompasses all facets of the industry from excavating to building houses. In February 2000, Michael purchased an existing construction business and renamed his new company Around the Clock Trenching/Concrete, Inc. We visited with Michael recently, and listened as he provided this overview of the services Around the Clock Trenching/Concrete provides; - read more...

Your One-Stop-Shop for All Your Landscape Needs - Serving Medina, Ohio: After working for two years helping a gentleman start a landscape supply company in Westlake, Bill Lattner came across a piece of property in Brunswick that needed a new lease on life. After Bill cleaned up the property and made a few improvements, in May 1992 it became the location for what would become Earth Plus, Inc. Bill would take a load of mulch and topsoil on consignment. With little more than a pickup truck and a shovel, he would deliver it to his customers by the yard or half yard, and unload it by hand. As he collected from each customer, he would pay his supplier for the previous load and pick up another. Before long, he was purchasing larger loads in advance and clearing the property of trees to make more room. Today Earth Plus, Inc. has grown to five trucks, four drivers, five office personal, and Bill working in the yard handling the loading. We visited with Bill recently, and listened as he provided this overview of Earth Plus' offerings; - read more...