Red Letter News

Ownership

The Chicago-based parent company, Capitol News Agency, is rebranding its 21 stores under one brand. Lawrence and her husband, Roy May, own Capitol News Agency and several other businesses, operating 42 adult bookstores around the country.

Local Sourcing

No information found about local sourcing practices. As a chain retail store operated by a Chicago-based corporate parent, products are likely sourced through national corporate supply chains.

Community Involvement

Local Ald. Larry Palm is not a fan of the shop, stating "I would simply prefer that it wasn't there". No evidence of community sponsorships, nonprofit partnerships, or community investment initiatives.

Local Workforce

Current estimates show this company has an annual revenue of 159674 and employs a staff of approximately 3. No reviews or information about wages, labor practices, or employee tenure available.

Revenue Retention

Corporate chain ownership with headquarters in Chicago means revenue flows to parent company Capitol News Agency rather than staying in Madison. The building's owner is listed as Paula Lawrence of 4508 W. Montrose in Chicago.

Local Presence

Extensive multi-state location selector with 10+ locations across 5 states and corporate boilerplate language dominate the text. The Madison location has permanently closed, making this a corporate chain rather than a local business, with no owner names, personality-driven copy, or local supplier references present.