Business

BY KAREN GERHARDINGER | MIRROR REPORTER — As soon as Gov. Mike DeWine issued a “stay at home” order, the parking lots of area grocery stores began filling up – again. Since March 12, when the governor announced schools would close, area grocers have been in overdrive. With subsequent announcements about the closures …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — When Quilt Foundry owner Lisa Spalding heard that hospitals and other health care facilities were in dire need of hand-sewn medical face masks, she knew she could help. With an e-mail contact list of 1,500 sewing enthusiasts, Spalding reached out with a plea for donations, …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — Maumee Sweeper Center has been a fixture in the community for nearly two decades by helping people keep their work and living spaces clean, and during this health crisis, the company remains more committed than ever to maintaining that promise. John Gulbronson purchased the business …

BY KAREN GERHARDINGER | MIRROR REPORTER — Chowders ’N Moor owners Tom and Tina Kuron have weathered plenty of challenges since opening their downtown Waterville restaurant: A 2011 kitchen fire closed the doors for seven months and the 2014 algae bloom necessitated a switch to paper products in the nautical-themed dining area. On …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — Dr. Elia Acuna believes that a properly aligned spine, coupled with proper nutrition, is the key to optimal health. She is a chiropractor who specializes in nutrition and is certified by the American Clinical Board of Nutrition, making it her mission to help others reach …

BY KAREN GERHARDINGER | MIRROR REPORTER — Whether coming to town for a sporting event, work assignment or family gathering, visitors to Northwest Ohio often find a place to stay – overnight or for weeks at a time – in Maumee-area hotels. With WoodSpring Suites’ opening on Indian Wood Circle last month, Maumee …

For over a decade, Ultra Car Wash has been making vehicles sparkle and shine. On Tuesday, January 28, the Perrysburg car wash will celebrate a 15-year anniversary, marking a long commitment to providing excellent service at affordable prices. Each car is thoroughly prepped by hand before the wash cycle begins …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — Maumee Assembly Stamping (MAS) is making a significant investment into green technology with the addition of a solar panel system. Owner Stan Chlebowski, who purchased the 800,000-square-foot plant in 2009, said that the solar panel system will reduce the company’s carbon footprint and save money. …

BY NANCY GAGNET | MIRROR REPORTER — High-end clothing and accessories don’t have to cost a fortune when you shop at Bella River Boutique, the area’s newest retail consignment shop. Created with the look and feel of an elegant boutique, but without the expensive price, owner Katherine Stark opened the shop to …

BY KAREN GERHARDINGER | MIRROR REPORTER — The Maumee Design Review Board has approved design plans for a new Monnette’s Market, putting the local grocer one step closer to building a new market in uptown Maumee. At the October 2 meeting, the Maumee Design Review Board voted 5-0 to approve the plans.  The …