Annual Valentine's Day Mattress Winner! We delivered Bailey's brand-new Immunity Queen Size Mattress Set valued at $2,999. She was the lucky winner of our annual Valentine's Day giveaway. "I'm very grateful that they can do this yearly," said Bailey. "It gives people a chance to do something for themselves. Like most parents, I put things on the back-burner if it doesn't involve my kids." Winning the mattress was just what she needed. The past few years have been challenging. "In late 2022, I left a really bad relationship. The majority of my belongings were tossed out or destroyed." Due to a work-related injury, Bailey's been out of work for over a year. After three surgeries, the doctors are unsure if she can return to her position as a medical assistant. "When I saw 16 Cents' Facebook post about the contest, I thought it could be an amazing opportunity to get a new bed," said Bailey. "I needed one but didn't have the funds for it. All our extra money goes straight to the kids." Bailey has been sleeping on an old mattress purchased several years ago and is looking forward to sleeping on the new one. "It was hard to believe we won until 16 Cents messaged me," said Bailey. "I'm looking forward to having a new mattress, let alone a whole new set. It's really special. I feel like this is going to be our year."
Mikel Therien has been working at 16 Cents, 3 Shoes, & 5 Socks since 2019. In a short period, he went from working in our warehouse to being a sales associate and then a store manager at our North Spokane and Airway Heights stores.
"I love the family environment at 16 Cents. They took me in from day one and made me feel like a family member. It's been an honor to work for a local business that is always helping others in the community," said Mikel.
This is Mikel's last week at 16 Cents, 3 Shoes, & 5 Socks. He was given a new opportunity at another company in Spokane.
"Mikel is one of my favorite employees that we have had at 16 Cents because of his commitment and hard work. He has earned everything he obtained while being a vital cog in our operation. From where Mikel was when he started to where he is now is incredible. I loved watching him grow. We are so proud of Mikel and his choices. We will miss him at the stores," said Jason McSteen, owner of 16 Cents, 3 Shoes, & 5 Socks.
Thank you, Mikel. We'll miss you, but we wish you the best in everything you do. ❤️
