We Reached A Milestone on March 22nd, 2020......Thank You

We're honored to have reached a milestone....hoping we have touched our readers and perhaps helped in a small way to shift perceptions or opened minds. Sharing a couple of images from back at the beginning and this was one of our earliest images from January 2nd, 2013 ~ thanks so much for following us 💗 #LiveLocalUSA #5000followers

Spend Smart This March By Supporting Your Independent Retailers

Make this month a time for focus on your favorite local businesses - not just saying words or sharing images, but really following through with the actions! Help keep the lights on in your tiny shops, fabulous retailers and charming restaurants which make your community a better place to live.

Share The Love of Independent Retailers for Valentine's Day

It's the month of February and to us, nothing says "love" quite like family-owned, independently-operated establishments. What you may think is just a small purchase can really add up to BIG SUPPORT for the beloved businesses where you live. Being lucky enough to live in a city with a wide variety of choices sure is a lot more fun!

Small Business Love | News & Notes (Hello 2020!)

I'm passionate about our independent retailers; dedicated to speaking out and perhaps playing a small role in putting the focus back on locally-owned and operated companies; a fan of businesses with flavor and history. Articles which highlight the success of the people who pour their heart and soul into a dream, along with sometimes, the struggles and sadness, come across news sites and social media with increasing frequency and I feel almost a responsibility to share and pass them along.

Choices Shape The Future: How The Decisions We Make Affect Our Communities

I recently heard about a small town where the majority of independent businesses have closed as the residents are moving away due to lack of jobs. Included on the list of challenges facing this community is declining tax revenue, lack of events or activities, few dining or shopping options and dwindling membership in civic and local organizations. There are even now so few full-time residents in the town that for the first time in decades, the fire department may be forced to close down.