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CityViewNC.com | 13 they move. Like R. Riveter, Pressed has made employing military spouses the rule rather than the exception. Passionate about traveling, Ashley grabs every local bite she can to experience the new. She sells the locally brewed and small-batch kombucha, Tribucha, which hails from right up the road in Raleigh. On a trip to Las Vegas, Ashley discovered the unique and tasty treat of paletas, or as Americans call them popsicles. Paletas are creamier and a more flavorful version of the summer treat. Like a true localísta Ashley wanted to bring her new favorite dessert back to Fayetteville but in a local way. Locopops in Durham fit the bill, being locally made and with artisan flavors like Mexican Hot Chocolate, Cherry Lime, Strawberry Lemonade and Cookies and Cream. Children, parents and those who like to wander and stroll through downtown flock to Pressed for the delicious snack. Loving Local Ashley teaches all of us how to take pride in Fayetteville and to love local. With her love of creating, she pressed vinyl Fayetteville, North Carolina, onto buttery-so tees and Drink Local sweatshirts with beer cozies built in. Her most favorite thing about Fayetteville? e strong sense of community. In a city full of people from all over the world, "everyone is more open, quick to embrace each other." Helping the community is a part of Ashley's DNA. Her joy for the upcoming Arts & Entertainment district Downtown can be seen in her volunteer hours on the Promotions Committee. "I am excited about Downtown having a unique culture, a whole experience in itself." is April, Ashley and fellow milspo-entrepreneurs Brittany Campbell and Candita Choffy are competing as a 90's girl squad in Dancing with the Fayetteville Stars competition. e fundraiser hosted by CEED funds rapid-rehousing and homeless prevention programs. Inspiration + Workshops Pressed: A Creative Space offers brand new experiences each time a customer visits. e store is ever-changing and shiing as Ashley says, "It's my creative outlet, my way of doing art." When Pressed: A Creative Space opened its doors in 2015, Ashley met her tribe of creatives. en the DIY workshops began with calligraphy by Rika King and macramé plant hangers by MossHound Designs. Brush Lettering 101 and Instagram for Business are two new opportunities in 2017. "A lot of people have become friends meeting in our workshops," Ashley said. "It is a store but also our own little community." To learn more about upcoming workshops or more ways to get involved, check out Pressed's website at www.pressednc.com or follow them on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. CV

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