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Jeweler completes annual certification Larry Hall has successfully completed the annual American Gem Society re-certification exam, announced Baker & Baker Jewelers, a member of AGS. The mandatory examinations were developed to maintain professional credentials and uphold educational and ethical standards for membership in the prestigious gemological society. Every year, Hall is required to stay current on the information required to provide customers with accurate and knowledgeable service. Jeweler attends diamond seminar Charla Hall, of Baker and Baker Jewelers at 105 Putnam St., Marietta, recently attended a series of seminars, workshops and training courses at the Hearts on Fire University in Las Vegas, Nev. Hall also previewed the new for fall Hearts on Fire jewelry designs that are available exclusively to Hearts on Fire jewelers, which includes Baker and Baker Jewelers.
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I was on the road a lot last week. Thursday was Pittsburgh, Friday found me in Columbus, and Saturday I drove to Cleveland State University and back. The Cleveland trip was to honor the 2009 graduating class of Leadership Ohio.
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Woman first certified in West Virginia
Debra J. “Debbie” Cunningham of Williamstown has become the first in West Virginia to become certified as a money, marketing and soul consultant. She is also one of only 35 globally to be certified.
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Sporting goods business expands
Dixie Sporting Goods, at 100 Front Street, fifth floor in the Riverview Building in Marietta, has expanded its sales force once again.
Talking Turkey
With the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching and the economy in a slump, an annual survey that takes an informal look at food prices says the traditional holiday dinner should be a little easier on wallets this year.
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Four-year-old Lydia Hall was one of many area children who got a special surprise along with music, food and shopping Friday during the holiday Merchants and Artists Walk: An early visit from Santa.
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