Bath & Body Works opened at La Verne Towne Center last Friday. The store is about 2,877 square feet and features elements from the brand’s latest store design, Gingham+. As of Nov. 1, 2025, Bath & Body Works has 1,934 total stores across the U.S. and Canada, according to a Bath & Body Works spokesperson. Photo by Staci Baird/La Verne Daily News
The City of La Verne issued 60 new business permits in 2025, according to City data. But behind the numbers, we're wondering what this growth really means for residents, neighborhoods and the local economy. Here are five key takeaways.