Kent business owners Nicole Adams of Intimate Pilates and Sandy Newby of Rain and Co. are inviting the community to visit their new downtown location at 109 2nd Ave. S. during an open house on Fri., Aug. 17, 5 - 8 p.m.

First-of-its-kind concept seeks franchisees interested in further pioneering a new niche
in the $40 billion beauty industry

Kim Thomas, owner of the Christopher Amira Salon & Spa in Cleveland, Ohio, was elected Chairman of the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology. Prior to her election, Ms. Thomas had served on the 9-member appointed board for two years. Her term ends in 2012.