Shop local

The guest column on this page explains the many reasons to support our local small businesses.

The column states “Small businesses are the backbone of our democracy, and the solution to our most challenging economic problems.”

We suggest you support our local businesses this holiday season, as well as year around.

The Merry Christmas Market gives you another reason to shop local - $500 in Chamber Bucks can be won over the next two weeks.

It is really easy. All you have to do is shop local at a participating business and turn in your receipt. On December 11 and 18, a lucky winner will be drawn and receive $250 in Chamber Bucks.

See the ad on page 2 for information about where and how to turn in your receipts.

We suggest you support our local businesses this holiday season, as well as year around, to do your part to help our community.