Local Business News

The Shoppers Mall will have new hours of operation starting tomorrow. An announcement was made on their Facebook back on December the 13th stating that "changes are based on feedback from our visitors and retail tenants." The biggest change comes on Saturdays where the mall will now close at 6pm. The new hours as of… January 1, 2020

The theory in business is that if you can make it 2 to 3 years financially you should be OK. After a successful run of over 30 years, Brandon Avenue Electric owner Vern Snyder has sold his business and will retire in one year. Paul Johnston has purchased the company which includes the assets, contracts, clientele,… December 30, 2019

Prairie204 Home & Gift Boutique, a new retail store specializing in local handmade items will be opening in Brandon on Saturday, January 4. The store, located at 728 10th Street, will showcase merchandise from 40 vendors including Iron Age Welding, Young Living Essential Oils, Wazi Wears, Lil Métis Shop in The Prairies, and more. According to owner Natasha Lamb, the… December 29, 2019

The Roost Barbershop opened their doors in Brandon (717 Rosser Avenue) on November 1, 2019. The barbershop is owned by Tyson Gormley who has five years experience in the industry including four in Brandon and one in Minnedosa. For Gormley, there's a variety of reasons that he decided to open his own barbershop including the opportunity… December 27, 2019

Katie McMillan has been employed at Vionell Holdings Partnership since March of 2016. She is currently the VP of Operations and lives in Brandon with her husband (Steve) and two children. Best Christmas movie: Christmas Vacation, obviously! If you could choose a super power, what would it be: The ability to read minds. A TV show… December 23, 2019