When Businesses Close Doors | Jacksonville News

When local businesses hit the wall, real people are making tough calls—some closing doors, others pivoting fast. Carissa Glanton shut down her selfie studio as rent soared and foot traffic faded. Chef Love, Tina Tucker, battled rising food costs and found a new path in catering. Ashley Kendrick, owner of Malachie’s ice cream shop, planned her exit from day one, ready for her next chapter. Meanwhile, Brian Vanderpool and Angel Raws turned their friendship into a thriving partnership, helping others in the beauty industry. These stories aren’t just about profits—they’re about resilience, reinvention, and the courage to start over when the going gets tough. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6423df7f9129033b