Small businesses in Saturday spotlight
Black Friday has long been the kickoff for holiday shoppers. More recently, Cyper Monday got its name for the rush of online buying after Thanksgiving. In between, a new tradition is forming in support of shopping locally.
Posted — UpdatedAll along Salem Street Saturday, shoppers sought unique gifts.
Julie Steele appreciated the inventory at The Rusty Bucket. "A lot of my friends don't have things that are in here," she said. "This shop has really been a place that has been a go-to place for me the past couple of years."
Apex's emphasis on the small and local even comes with an ambassador. J.G. Knowles spreads the message that success breeds success for business owners in town.
"Every store is occupied," she noted. "We have no vacancies. We got one moving out, but we've got 15 more clammering to get in."
Business owners and employees know they offer something not found in the mall.
That personal touch and keeping dollars in the local economy are two main draws of Small Business Saturday.
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