You created more choice
We pick the items we sell based on what we know you like and want. Local businesses carry a wider array of unique products because we buy for our own individual market.
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You invested in entrepreneurship
Creativity and entrepreneurship are what the American economy is founded upon. Nurturing local business ensures a strong community.
You took advantage of our expertise
You are our friends and neighbors, and we have a vested interest in knowing how to serve you. We’re passionate about what we do. Why not take advantage of it?
You made us a destination!
The more interesting and unique we are as a community, the more we will attract new neighbors, visitors and guests. This benefits everyone!
You conserved your tax dollars
Shopping in a local business district means less infrastructure, less maintenance, and more money available to beautify our community. Also, spending locally instead of online ensures that your sales taxes are reinvested where they belong—right here in your community!
You nurtured community
We know you, and you know us. Studies have shown that local businesses donate to community causes at more than twice the rate of chains.
You helped the environment
Buying from a local business conserves energy and resources in the form of less fuel for transportation, less packaging, and products that you know are safe and well made, because we stand behind them.
You created local jobs
Local businesses are better at creating higher-paying jobs for our neighbors.
You embraced what makes us unique
You wouldn’t want your house to look like everyone else’s in the U.S. So why would you want your community to look that way?
You keep your local dollars in our local economy
For every $100 you spend at one of our local businesses, $68 will stay in the community. When you spend that same amount at a national chain, only $43 stays in the community.
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