When Anthony McLiechey came across the opportunity to open his own barbershop on Lansing’s
Eastside, it was the neighborhood itself that really sold him.
“It’s such a diverse neighborhood, there’s a little bit of everything,” says McLiechey. “I’ve lived on this side of town before, and I always liked it. There are a lot of independent businesses over here.”
McLiechey opened his All Star Barbershop on Michigan Avenue on September 1 and specializes in extending discounts to seniors, students and children under 12.
“Hopefuly it’ll be something that adds to the community,” says McLeichey of his shop. “You have a lot of businesses that just take from the community, and they don’t realy take pride in the people. I want to be someone who helps people.”
The All Star Barbershop currently employs a staff of two, with two additional stations to accommodate future growth.
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