Business owners in Midway say the influx of new shops and restaurants in recent years have increased foot traffic. Some say the small town known as Little Switzerland has reached a tipping point, creating a lively Main Street.

Sitting at a desk in the consultation area of her interior design store, Spruce Personalized Decor, Jennifer Mangum-Whaley explained why she chose to start her interior design company in Midway.

“When I moved here, I decided I wanted to have a store. I thought Midway was a great little sleepy town that could do that,” Mangum-Whaley said.

Her job is to meet with clients to help them design their perfect spaces at home. Her consultation area is packed with samples of fabric for curtains and upholstery. There’s a selection of tile options on the walls and a large mai

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