Shop owner concerned bike race will hinder businessCheryl Hackett, owner of Simply Southern Quilts, on Liberty Square, addressed Sparta Board of Mayor and Aldermen, on Thursday, about an upcoming bike race that would potentially affect her customers’ access to the store. | Bike shop to open in Takoma Park this AprilThe Green Commuter bike shop plans to open its doors at 7320 Carroll Ave. — in the heart of the Takoma Junction business district — in April. | Loyola-Chicago - Team NotesOn March 2, the Horizon League officially named Loyola-Chicago's student section as the best in the conference following a two-month evaluation of all 10 schools. |