Open for Business: Showplace Antiques and Treasures

What we offer: Antiques, everything from seasonal items and Americana to vintage books. There's stuff for people who have everything, for avid collectors and for people just looking for used furniture.

Owners: Lonzo and Joanne Gribbons, of Rock Falls, bought the former Sterling Antiques on Aug. 21 and opened Aug. 28.

Lonzo, 59, worked for Goodyear Tire distribution for 30 years as a forklift operator. Joanne, 56, is a bus driver for First Student. They have three grown children.

They started collecting antiques in the early 1990s and occasionally sold merchandise at flea markets.

We're special: Because of our service, quality, and the variety of items offered.

Have stuff to sell? To rent a booth or place items for consignment, call the store.

Address: 307 First Ave., Sterling

Phone: 815-564-9376

Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Terms: Cash and checks.

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