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Greenbriar Designs launches new Web site for upscale
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 — Greenbriar Designs in Troy, an upscale collection of custom upholstered furniture for children scaled for ages 1 through 10, announced the availability of its upholstered furniture, headboards and fabric online via its new Web site, greenbriardesignsnc.com.
A strong supporter of North Carolina craftsmen, Greenbriar Designs strives to provide heirloom-quality products at a lower cost than alternative children’s furniture purveyors.
After getting his doctorate in English, Ken Walker served as a school superintendent in Virginia before retiring and later reprising his role as a Methodist minister in a small North Carolina town.
Classically trained in fine art and art history, Sheena Walker spent years as a freelance graphic artist and high school art teacher before starting her own interior design business and eventually retiring.
At 72 and 67 years old respectively, they do not sound like the typical start-up business owners. However, in true entrepreneurial fashion, this duo recently launched their own niche business, Greenbriar Designs. Their collection of upholstered furniture, headboards and fabric is now available to order online.
While designing a children’s room for a client, Sheena had trouble finding upscale children’s furniture that she felt not only had great design aspects, but was also durable and a piece that could be handed down for years to come.
Looking to offer an alternative to chain store foam children’s furniture, Sheena and her husband, Ken, had the desire to come out of retirement and pursue Sheena’s dream with Greendesign Designs.
Supporting local North Carolina merchants and craftsmen, Greenbriar Designs uses hardwood for the framing, extra foam cushion for comfort, and the best grades of fabrics for upholstering.
“The current economy is not ideal for starting a new business, not to mention during our ‘golden years’ when most travel or relax,” said Sheena Walker, co-founder, Greenbriar Designs.
“It just proves our commitment and dedication to providing an alternative for children’s interior design. We stand behind the products we deliver, and our passion reflects in the attention to detail and level of customer service Greenbriar provides.”
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Locust bank robbery suspect faces charge from Oakboro
The Oakboro Police Department has added to the charges against a Locust bank robbery suspect.
Brett Anthony Hamrick, 50, was charged with common law robbery by the Locust Police Department in connection with the armed robbery that occurred at First Bank in Locust on Feb. 22. -
Stanly County Sheriff’s Office
Stanly County Sheriff’s Office reports the following activity:
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Agriculture grants available to farmers
Fruit and vegetable farmers can now apply for two cost-share grants offered through the N.C. Depart-ment of Agriculture and Consumer Services to assist with the costs of water analysis and independent certification of an operation’s good agricultural practices.
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Spread the Word to End The Word
Monarch is joining the international movement this month to build awareness for people to stop and think about the use of the R-word. Young people across America have started the Spread the Word to End the Word campaign with the help of the Special Olympics and Best Buddies.
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Habitat raises funds to build next project
Stanly County Habitat for Humanity will have a barbecued chicken fundraiser from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. March 11.
The proceeds from the event will be used toward Habitat’s next building. -
3 teens arrested in stolen ATV case
Two 17-year-olds and one 18-year-old were named suspects and subsequently arrested following the thievery of three all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) recently.
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Quilting exhibit, bee scheduled by Oakboro Historical Foundation
Oakboro Historical Foundation is planning a big quilt display and quilting bee at the Historical Museum and Presbyterian Church.
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Misenheimer speed limit a concern for apartment owners
Village of Misenheimer Town Council heard the concerns of property owners regarding the speed limit during Monday night’s meeting.
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Search for golden shoes nears
Stanly County Partners in Health is sponsoring a rather unique activity to get Stanly County citizens up and moving.
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Gas Price Update
North Carolina, NC, March 8- Average retail gasoline prices in North Carolina have risen 3.7 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $2.70/g today. This compares with the national average that has increased 4.7 cents per gallon in the last week to $2.74/g, according to gasoline price website NorthCarolinaGasPrices.com.
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