Permanent claim record · Glen Arbor, Michigan

Cherry Republic began in 1989 when Glen Arbor native Bob Sutherland sold cherry T-shirts reading 'Life, Liberty, Beaches and Pie' from his car trunk; it is now the world's largest exclusive retailer of cherry products with 150+ items across 7 Michigan locations.

Verified\u00b7 1989-01-01
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SubjectGlen Arbor, Michigan (place)
As of1989-01-01
StatusVerified
SourceMichigan Famous Foods, Iconic Spots & Uniquely Michigan Experiences — Perplexity Deep Research (March 2026) (trust 6.5/10)
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