When was the last time a small gesture of kindness left you smiling through the rest of your day? What was it? Did a stranger smile while they held the door open? Did a little kid point to your silly t-shirt in delight? Did someone wave you through an intersection even though it was their […]

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It’s estimated that in the U.S., we throw away about 120 billion disposable cups each year. From styrofoam to plastic to paper, there are many types of disposable cups—not to mention lids and straws—that end up in landfills throughout the world every single day.  Now more than ever, many businesses and consumers strive to make […]


Have you heard one of the inspiring stories about someone going through a drive thru and when they pull up to the window the employee tells them, “The car in front of you paid for your order”? Oftentimes, the person who received the free meal or beverage decides to continue to pay it forward and pay for the order of the car behind them.

Those random acts of kindness are at the heart of our annual Take Time, Be Kind Campaign at The Store. The communities in which we are located are our homes and neighborhoods. It’s where we see our friends and neighbors every day. Our goal for the Take Time, Be Kind campaign is simple: to encourage you to spread kindness towards everyone you see. 

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New Eco-Friendly Coffee Cups at The Store

Happy Earth Day! At The Store, we understand the importance of making sustainable choices to lessen our impact on the environment. Speaking of which, you might have noticed the new coffee cups at all 26 of our The Store locations. Not only do they have a fresh look, but our new cups are eco-friendlyso you can enjoy your morning coffee or cappuccino while being kind to Mother Earth.  

So, what makes our new cups so great? Read on! 

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The Store 6 Spring Activities

There’s nothing like stepping outside to a warm spring day after months of snow and ice. With another midwestern winter behind us, sunshine and above-freezing temperatures are more than welcome! Read on for 6 great ways to spring into the season and make the most of March. 

P.S. – #6 is our favorite! 

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Happy February! At The Store, love is in the air…and by that, we mean the smell of fresh muffins and gourmet coffee.  Sure it’s cold outside, but we’ve got a sweet deal to melt away the winter blues: MUFFIN MANIA!

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Pumpkin Spice Coffee and Cappuccino at The Store

Fall is in the air! The weather is crisp, leaves are beginning to change, and you can finally wear your favorite sweater againThere are so many great things happening this time of year, but we think the most exciting part of autumn is warm, cozy, and comes in a Styrofoam cup…Pumpkin Spice Coffee and Cappuccino! 

That’s right, the wait is over. You can enjoy Pumpkin Spice Coffee and Cappuccino all season long at The Store! To make your sipping experience even better, we’ve gathered a list of fun autumn activities to get you in that spooky season mood. Read on! 

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