When you shop locally, you:

You kept dollars in our economy.
Local business strengthens the economic base of every community. A good deal of the dollars spent with local businesses is used to make purchases from other local entities - creating a domino effect that can preserve a neighborhood even in an economic slowdown.

You embraced what makes us unique.
You wouldn't want your house to look like everyone else's in the U.S., so why would you want your community to look that way?

You created local jobs.
Local businesses provide jobs for residents and are one of the largest employers nationwide.

You helped the environment.
Buying from a local business conserves energy and resources in the form of less fuel for transportation and products that you know are safe and well-made, because we personally answer to you.

You nurtured community.
We know you, you know us. Local business generously supports community events and causes.

You conserved your tax dollars.
Local business anchors the neighborhood infrastructure and supports the city and county tax base. Because they don’t outsource, dollars are recycled back into the community. This adds value to the neighborhood by increasing its income. Petersburg sales taxes are less than surrounding communities.

You created more choice.
Local businesses pick the items they sell based on what they know you like and want!  

You took advantage of our expertise.
You are our friends and neighbors and we have a vested interest in knowing how to serve you. We're passionate about what we do. Why not take advantage of it?

You invested in entrepreneurship.
Creativity and entrepreneurship are what the American economy is founded upon. Nurturing local business ensures a strong community.

You made us a destination.
The more interesting and unique we are as a community, the more we will attract new neighbors, visitors and guests. This benefits everyone!