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thought for the day... "We all live with the objective of being happy; our lives are all different and yet the same." ~Anne Frank
As Consumers, We Have the Power to Shape our Towns.
Why shop local?
We're all aware of the challenging economic climate. The news makes
sure of that. Prices risings, jobs being cut and many of us are facing
difficult decisions. How long it lasts is unknown to everyone and
seemingly out of our control. However, each of us has a choice on how
we view and react to the current situation. What we can
control is our own actions and our ways, as a community. You can make a
difference by being aware of the impact of your dollars.
8 (Really Good!) Reasons to Shop Local
8
Great Reasons to Shop Local
You can make a difference by being
aware of the impact of your dollars. A locally owned, independent business
returns approximately 70% of each dollar spent back to the community. Take a
stand and choose to keep your town thriving by supporting the locally owned
businesses in your community.
Start with something easy, like a
cup of coffee, some freshly baked bread, a unique gift or household items, and
go from there.
1.
Community
Well-Being
Locally owned businesses build strong neighborhoods by
sustaining communities, linking neighbors, and by contributing more to local
charities, schools and events. They're owned by people who live in the
community, are less likely to leave, and are more invested in the community's
future.
2.
Dollars
Re-circulate and Stay Local
Your dollars spent in locally-owned businesses have three
times the impact on your community as dollars spent at national chains....read more