10/09/2026
Small businesses are the heart of our community. 💛
When you shop local, more of your dollars stay close to home, supporting neighbors, local jobs, and places that make our city special. In fact, according to the economic analysis firm Civic Economics, out of every $100 spent at independent local retailers, $68 remains in the local economy through employee wages, local services, and taxes vs. $43 at larger chain stores. In addition, studies tracked by the American Independent Business Alliance (AMIBA) found that independent retailers recirculate around 53% of their revenue locally compared to roughly 14% at chain stores. This goes for locally owned restaurants too! Independent eateries circulate up to 79% of their revenue locally, compared to about 30% for national chain restaurants.
Small businesses tend to buy goods and services from local service providers. Graphic designers, bookkeepers, accountants, printers, website developers, and nearby farms. They live locally and spend their income in the community, whereas big box stores and national chains funnel their profits into out of state corporate headquarters.
This spooky season, please don't ghost small businesses. Stop in, say hello, and help keep your community thriving. 👻💛
