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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
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Great Reasons to Shop LocalYou 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 |
