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29 years of love: How one local bridal shop has connected so many lives
Summary by The Odessa Editorial Desk Grant Hochmuth , as published by Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar)
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Lopez's journey with Bride Smart began with some advice, although details of this are not specified.
A local bridal shop has been serving the Permian Basin for 29 years. Carol Lopez is the owner of Bride Smart, a business that has helped many people prepare for their wedding day. The shop has been a part of many special days in the area, providing services for gatherings of loved ones.
Lopez's journey with Bride Smart began with some advice, although details of this are not specified. Further information about Carol Lopez and Bride Smart can be found through local news sources, including KMID/KPEJ.
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Category: business Published: August 13, 2026 Source: Yourbasin / Big 2 KMID + Fox 24 KPEJ (Nexstar) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A local bridal shop has been serving the Permian Basin for 29 years. Carol Lopez is the owner of Bride Smart, a business that has helped many people prepare for their wedding day. The shop has been a…
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