Monroe Small Business Spotlight: Grandma Josie's

Every local business has a story worth sharing with the community. And that’s the belief behind this exciting series — to shine the spotlight on all our favorite local businesses, and to learn a little about the ones we may not know that well.

• Business: Grandma Josie’s
• Owners: Donelle Toner
• Website: grandmajosiescandies@gmail.com
• Address: 477 Main St. at Clocktower Square

How did you come up with the name?

In honor of my grandmother, Josephine.

Why start a business in this town?

It’s a quaint countryside location. I grew up here.

What business are you in?

Chocolates, fudge, candies, events, parties, small cafe environment.

What’s the most difficult challenge you’ve faced as a business owner?

Maintaining a steady flow of business despite the surrounding businesses moving out of the plaza.

What’s been your proudest achievement since opening?

Serving every demographic of our surrounding communities..senior citizens, children, parents, friends and offering them something of interest to each and every one!

How does your business give back to the community?

Donations, gift baskets, displaying posters of community events, networking with other business members through the chamber of commerce events, offering our space for fund raisers.

Would you like to see your small business showcased in this series? Email wendy.mitchell@patch.com.