It’s never too late to dream again. At 63, Ms. Janet Marsh, a retired U.S. Postal Service supervisor, has transformed her retirement years into an inspiring second act as the proud owner of Snow Cone City — the only Black-owned, year-round storefront snow cone shop in Mesquite, Texas. She launched the company to honor her late husband’s lasting encouragement.
The idea was born on an ordinary drive through her city, when Ms. Marsh noticed something missing: no Black-owned snow cone businesses in Mesquite. She carried the idea home, where her late husband, Mr. Clarence, and their family quickly embraced the vision. Together, they launched their first small trailer, which eventually grew into today’s storefront — now a beloved community landmark open all year.
