NEW OWNER TAKES OVER HELM AT HOUSE OF BRIDES

The House of Brides is under new ownership. Sherry James of Cape Girardeau purchased the bridal shop at 26 N. Pacific.

"We provide complete service for weddings," said James, a Southeast Missouri State University graduate with majors in management and marketing. "We can outfit the bride, mother of the bride, groom, and others in the wedding party."

In addition to wedding gowns, tuxedos and a party and prom line of dresses, the shop has accessories that include jewelry, shoes, ribbons and "everything needed for a wedding," said James.

James purchased the business from Mary Henneman, who founded the shop 10 years ago.

James was previously a loan officer at a Cape Girardeau bank.

The business, which will have three employees, will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays and on Fridays. Thursday's hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m, and Saturday's hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.