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Missy Glascock

Downtown Emporium Nurtures Small Businesses

May 5, 2023 Tagged With: Cocina Plantosaurus, In Print May 2023, Missy Glascock, Needful Things Emporium

Needful Things Emporium storefront

The evolution of the Needful Things Emporium is a tale of savvy merchants with a penchant for regeneration and grit. Melissa Glascock (or Missy as she’s locally known) is the current owner of this longtime family enterprise. From the warm greetings from literally every customer who passed by during our interview, it’s obvious she’s an integral part of downtown Charles Town Read the Full Story >>

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