Business brief

Pea Ridge Family Florist has a new face behind the counter.

Chris DuFrene, owner, has been a floral designer for 20 years and an Arkansas Master Florist three times. He said: "I do it all -- weddings, proms, corsages, birthdays, anniversaries."

There is a large selection of silks as well as fresh flowers and plants available. The are open from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays.

Pea Ridge Family Florist is located at 104 McCulloch St. The phone number is 451-0575.