Farmers Market sparks hobbyist to open part-time pop-up business

  • Mark Wilson’s Wilson Sharpening Services “pops-up” in front of The Menard Station. Look for the blue and white striped tent. Courtesy Photo.
    Mark Wilson’s Wilson Sharpening Services “pops-up” in front of The Menard Station. Look for the blue and white striped tent. Courtesy Photo.
    By Chrissy Rickard In 2024, Mark Wilson set up a small table at the Menard Farmer's Market, offering to sharpen knives. What began as a lifelong hobby was ready to go public. He invested in professional equipment and introduced his new service to the locals. Word spread quickly that dull scissors, knives and garden tools could be brought back to life -- quickly and affordably -- right here in M...

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