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29 years of love: How one local bridal shop has connected so many lives
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Grant Hochmuth , as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway For those interested in learning more about Bride Smart and its 29 years of operation, additional details are available from KMID/KPEJ.
In the Permian Basin, a local bridal shop has been helping couples prepare for their special day for 29 years. The shop, Bride Smart, is run by Carol Lopez, who has been providing wedding services to the area. Lopez's journey with Bride Smart began with some advice, although details of this are not specified.
Further information about Lopez and her shop can be found through local news sources. For those interested in learning more about Bride Smart and its 29 years of operation, additional details are available from KMID/KPEJ.
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Category: business Published: August 13, 2026 Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In the Permian Basin, a local bridal shop has been helping couples prepare for their special day for 29 years. The shop, Bride Smart, is run by Carol Lopez, who has been providing wedding services to…
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