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What once started as four walls with no roof has turned into one of the newest places to grab a beer in St. Joseph, Missouri, and hang out with friends both old and new. River Bluff Brewing now occupies the long vacant building at 1224 Frederick Ave., opening in September of 2018. They offer a […]
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Trendy boutiques come and go. They fluctuate between online sales and ever-changing counter “must-haves.” But the thing about Merle Norman Cosmetics, says Jennifer Hall Milbourne, local owner, is that “it has always been there and will always be there.” Milbourne says Merle Norman cosmetics represent the spirit and values of its founder, almost 90 years […]
We recently had the pleasure of working on a new website for a neighbor of ours at our Kansas City office — Twilight Entertainment. When we first met with Jacob and Danny, we loved their energy, their passion and their vision for the company. Twilight Entertainment was born out of some natural occurrences that happened […]
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It’s not a secret that social media can carry tremendous importance as a part of your marketing strategy. It allows you to reach millions (and on some platforms, billions) of people daily. With this in mind, you may be wondering which social media platforms will be the best place for you to showcase your brand. […]
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The circus has just pulled into town, and while the big striped tents are going up and the smell of popcorn and cotton candy is beginning to waft through the streets, you might be surprised what you can learn about marketing from the circus. Have you ever thought about how a circus attracts its crowds? […]
Elaborate floats, queens waving and children scurrying to pick up all the candy thrown, everyone loves a parade! The annual Apple Blossom Parade and Festival is a tradition in St. Joseph, Missouri, that has been around since 1924. Occurring every spring, this local event is the third oldest Apple Blossom parade in the nation and […]
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Today, we suggest you tip your morning mug and look up. And look all around. And prepare to be inspired. St. Joseph has long been revered for its intricate and lavish architecture, including stunning mansions and commercial structures constructed during the late 1800s and early 1900s. Any review of historical St. Joseph photos or postcards […]
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When it comes to managing your brand on social media, it’s a lot of fun until someone calls out your brand with a complaint. In what has become a global audience, you might be faced with a sneer or a knock on your brand that feels a bit unfair. While you should always address a […]
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If you haven’t stopped by a Longboards, get ready to say “Aloha” to some of the most delicious food you’ve ever had! Longboards Wraps and Bowls started about 15 years ago with locations in Gladstone, Missouri, and Liberty, Missouri, but have now expanded to other areas including Lee’s Summit, Missouri, and St. Joseph, Missouri. They […]
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Remember writing that high school term paper, when you found that your pencil needed sharpening no less than four times before beginning (never mind that you were typing the paper) and you were sure your mom’s stash of Little Debbie snacks could help you get to the ten-page minimum much faster? SJC writers have their […]
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