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She only had fabric scissors. Now, she runs one of the Mission’s most beloved beauty salons

by Pablo Unzueta February 27, 2025February 28, 2025

Mary’s Beauty Salon has been a cornerstone of San Francisco’s Mission District — surviving gentrification, economic downturns, and personal struggles. But for owner Maria Garcia, the journey began with a childhood dream.

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He never went to college. Now, this Salvadoran immigrant father sends his daughter to Yale

by Veronica Brehmer August 19, 2024August 19, 2024
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