May 2017 – Crossroads Business Journal

Wal-Mart plans late-summer opening for new store on Md. 65, other investments

May 29, 2017Mike Lewis

Wal-Mart reports that its new store on Md. 65 south of Interstate 70 is one of several investments the company is making in Maryland this year. The new Washington County store — the only one Wal-Mart will open in the state this year — will create more than 300 jobs, according to a news release from the company. “The new Wal-Mart Supercenter, located south of Hagerstown off of Arnett Drive, is expected to open late August to mid-September of this year. The exact date has not yet been finalized, and the time frame for this opening is always subject to […]

Former Macy’s space sold at Valley Mall

May 28, 2017Mike Lewis

The former Macy’s Department Store space at the Valley Mall in Halfway has been sold for $2.5 million, according to Washington County deed transfer records. According to a warranty deed on file with Washington County Circuit Court online records, Macy’s Retail Holdings Inc. sold the property to PR Valley Anchor-M LP. The address for PR Valley is the same as PREIT Services LLC of Philadelphia, the mall owner. The deed was transferred April 6. Real estate records indicate the department store was built in 1999 on 9.58 acres. Julie Rohm, mall general manager, said PRIET intends to lease the space. […]

Business calendar

May 28, 2017

Today’s customer webinar Tuesday, May 30 — With social and mobile technologies changing, businesses and customers interact differently, too. Customers are more sophisticated and knowledgeable than ever, but, many small businesses don’t know how to adapt and keep up. Join Laurie McCabe, six-time Small Business Influencer Award winner and co-founder of SMB Group, to learn how and why customer expectations are changing; implications and challenges for small businesses; and ways to assess and tune up sales, marketing and services to keep pace with customers. 1 to 2 p.m. SCORE webinar. Free. Call 301-766-2043. Wills, estate planning seminar Tuesday, May 30 […]

News Briefs – May 28

May 28, 2017

Technical Innovation Center at HCC The Technical Innovation Center at Hagerstown Community College will host the Spring Entrepreneur Extravaganza 2017 on Thursday, June 8, from 7:30 a.m. to noon, on the HCC campus. Attendees will hear from Herbert Jordan, deputy secretary of the Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs; Robert Moreno of the Baltimore Business Center, an expert on U.S. trade and export; and Rick Rando, a national public speaker and owner of one of the largest open-space martial arts studios in the country. The program will include tips for growing and expanding a business and a discussion on the sales […]

African cuisine coming to Hagerstown

May 25, 2017Mike Lewis

A new Hagerstown restaurant can trace its roots to a family venture in Texas and its influence to the cultures of Africa.

Dyllis Minang is planning to open Christopher’s on Friday at 204 E. Franklin St. It’s named for her brother, Christopher Bujung, who will be the chef. She said the restaurant will offer American and African cuisine, including items like plantains and pepper soup (with goat meat) and African takes on dishes like tilapia.

“We cook it whole, grilled with herbs,” she said of the fish. “That makes it really nice and flavorful.” […]

Jeweler reflects on 30 years in business

May 21, 2017Mike Lewis

Elegance Jewelers has been in business for more than three decades in and near Hagerstown, but Suzie Vance’s venture hasn’t sat still. “I’m basically a personal-touch jeweler. … I love what I do,” she said. “I carry everything — loose diamonds, pearls, gemstones, pretty much everything.” Vance recently moved her business from Pennsylvania Avenue to 19776 Longmeadow Road in the Village Green Shops. What hasn’t changed, she said, is her commitment to offering a wide range of jewelry — from inexpensive gift items to custom pieces — and maintaining relationships with her customers. In addition to jewelry, Elegance Jewelers offers […]

Brechbill & Helman selected for Photo This project

May 21, 2017

CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Brechbill & Helman Construction Co. Inc. has announced its selection as the design-build firm for the additions and renovations to Photo This off U.S. 30 in Chambersburg. Photo This is owned by District Photo Inc. of Beltsville, Md., one of the largest direct-to-consumer customer product and photo fulfillment operators in the world with facilities in England and Australia. SGS Architects, Engineers Inc. and CS Davidson Inc. are partners of the design-build team. Construction is scheduled to begin in June. Brechbill & Helman is based in Chambersburg. […]

Business calendar

May 21, 2017

Mock interviews Wednesday, May 24 — This is an opportunity to practice for an interview and receive feedback. To participate you must have attended the Interviewing Tips workshop. By appointment only. Washington County One-Stop Job Center, 14 N. Potomac St., Suite 100, Hagerstown. Call 301-393-8200; email dlwdalhagerstown-dllr@maryland.gov or go to www.dllr.state.md.us/county/west/. Small business, veterans information session Wednesday, May 24 — Programs and services that can help with the development and growth of your small business will be showcased. This event will feature representatives from federal, state, and local government agencies who will provide you with timely information and assistance. Find […]

News Briefs – May 21

May 21, 2017

Allegiant Air Hagerstown Regional Airport and Allegiant Air celebrated five years of the airline’s service at the airport north of Hagerstown on May 12. HGR and Allegiant Air staff commemorated the milestone with festivities for travelers flying from HGR to Orlando-Sanford International Airport. Giant/Martin’s CARLISLE, Pa. — Giant Food Stores and Martin’s Food Markets announced 2016 charitable donations totaling more than $25 million in cash and product contributions. In 2016, donations to regional food banks and local pantries totaled nearly $12 million. Of the total hunger- related donations, items such as frozen meat and bakery items were donated. With its […]

Business licenses for April

May 21, 2017

The following business licenses were issued in April in Washington County: • Complete Plumbing Services LLC, 433 Strattford Ave., Hagerstown, construction firm • Spectrum Financial Inc., Post Browning, 163 McKenzie Road, Mooresville, N.C., out-of-state contractor • Torrid LLC, 17301 Valley Mall Road, Suite 472, Hagers-town, trader’s license • Quality Production Construction Inc., 547 Prospect Hill Road, Knoxville, construction firm • A Plus Laser Grading Service LLC, 14631 St. Paul Road, Clear Spring, construction firm • Smith & Son Automotive LLC, 11626 Greencastle Pike, Hagerstown, trader’s license • A and K Hand Crafted Soaps LLC, 12305 Richwood Drive, Hagerstown, trader’s license […]