Ready for some sweet business are Karen Kinney and Kay Bessey, cutting the ribbon for Edna Bell’s Confectionery. Holding the ribbon are Pat Nelson, Gratiot Area Chamber of Commerce director and Aeric Ripley, Alma Downtown Development director. Pictured in back are Mark Hahn, Becky McDonald, Tammy Halfman, Jean McNab, Corey Bailey, Phil Moore, Alma city manager and Donna Kohler. Not pictured is employee Josie Benkert. (Herald photo – McCrossin)