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A longtime dream is becoming something real in Rock Island, where a new locally owned shop is bringing together personality, variety and a strong sense of community under one roof. With plenty to browse and a story rooted in family, RuthieJune’s Antiques and Boutique is ready to give shoppers
For Ella Roberts, crochet is more than a creative hobby. Since starting No Catchy Name Crochet in 2017, Roberts has turned her love of handmade crafts into a home-based business offering everything from colorful plushies and keychains to hats, bags, sweaters, and holiday decorations.
At TaDa Small Shop, shoppers can find a little bit of everything, from unique gifts and homemade baked goods to farm-fresh eggs, produce and custom items. At 2695 Monterey Hwy. in Sparta, the family-owned business was opened by Tabitha Darnell in spring 2026 with a goal of serving
by Jayde Bumbalough
At TaDa Small Shop, shoppers can find a little bit of everything, from unique gifts and homemade baked goods to farm-fresh eggs, produce and custom items. At 2695 Monterey Hwy. in Sparta, the family-owned business was opened by Tabitha Darnell in spring 2026 with a goal of serving
by Jayde Bumbalough
A longtime dream is becoming something real in Rock Island, where a new locally owned shop is bringing together personality, variety and a strong sense of community under one roof. With plenty to browse and a story rooted in family, RuthieJune’s Antiques and Boutique is ready to give shoppers
by Dani Auberger
For Ella Roberts, crochet is more than a creative hobby. Since starting No Catchy Name Crochet in 2017, Roberts has turned her love of handmade crafts into a home-based business offering everything from colorful plushies and keychains to hats, bags, sweaters, and holiday decorations.
by Jayde Bumbalough
Sparta drivers have a new reason to skip the trip out of town when their vehicle needs a wash. Warrior Wash has opened on North Spring Street, bringing a new automatic car wash experience to White County with multiple wash options, memberships and several extras designed to help customers leave
by Dani Auberger