Find Your Custom Sign and More at The GroundUP Stores!

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Posted On: April 28, 2022

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The GroundUP Stores

(815) 316-0893

9624 North Second Street, Machesney Park

http://theground-up.com/

The GroundUP Stores started as a side gig and quickly turned into a passion project. You can find anything you need for your parking lot 🚗🛑, from striping, speed bumps, signs, and more.

Check them out during their Grand Opening on Friday, April 29th from 10am-4pm. (We heard there would be donuts! 🍩)

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