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Central Louisiana Shoppers Storm Stores in The Rain
Alexandria, LA - Lizette Smith thought she would spend Monday doing laundry and catching up on some paperwork at her job.The co-owner of Southern Chic, a gift boutique located at 3200 Jackson St., wasn't planning... more »
A Savvy Shopper Resolution: Shop Local
In December 2009 — yes, I had to look through the archives for that date — I publicly promised readers that I would spend more dollars in locally owned stores in the upcoming year.I'm happy... more »
Everything Newtown Opens
Newtown, CT - A shopping adventure awaits anyone who enters Everything Newtown, a gift shop located in the space once occupied by Newtown Drug Center.The store on Church Hill Road offers a wide variety of... more »
Buy Local Campaign Brings Boost to Small Businesses
Orono, ME - Starting with Small Business Saturday, this shopping season brought a boost to small businesses, with some owners reporting a sales increase of 150 percent."We've had a huge increase this year," said Jason... more »
Friends Launch Gift Shop in Brighton
Brighton, MI - Longtime friends Cathy Dedakis and Annette Jacoby enjoy shopping in downtown Brighton and were saddened when His Bible & Book House closed its doors last year.After doing their homework, the two decided... more »
Unique Craft Store Opens in Mt. Holly Springs
Mt. Holly Springs, PA - The time for Christmas decorations has already come and gone, but finding new decor should be easy for anyone who makes a stop at 2B's Country Crafts, Antiques & Collectibles... more »
Helping Local Stores Have a Holly, Jolly Christmas
Colesville, MD - Towns and cities throughout the state are encouraging residents to shop local this holiday season, pointing out that small businesses make up about 98 percent of the state's employers. Plus, if you've... more »
Ho, Ho, Holy Smokes Year Ends on a Positive Note for Merchants in Fredericton
Fredericton, NB - Downtown Fredericton retailers are celebrating the end of a solid Christmas sales season.Retailers started their sales earlier in November, rather than waiting for a December rush and that's paid off as they... more »
Small Businesses in Kalamazoo Report Improved Holiday Sales
Kalamazoo, MI - The Wild Goose Chase is what some would call camera-ready for the holiday season.Fully decorated Christmas trees adorn the front and west portions of the 22-year-old business' sales floor. Bing Crosby and... more »
Bungalow Offers Unique Home Decor
Fergus Falls, MN - The first thing that hits you when you walk into Bungalow is the color. Vibrant green glassware is laid out on the table in front of the door, with dark, vivid... more »
Think Small and Big Dreams Will Come True
Muscatine, IA - Ten years ago, Muscatine developer Tom Meeker and his wife Ann, made a trip to the small town of Blue Grass, some 15 miles away, to make a request. They were hoping... more »
Quality Guaranteed at Karmays Flowers & Gifts
Jackson, MI - Mary Lou Jennings and her cousin, Kay Mykala, started Karmays Flowers & Gifts in 1978. After three years, Mykala left the business and Jennings became the sole owner. When the flower shop... more »
