Now that spring is in full swing, it’s time to start thinking about doing all those home and garden projects that you’ve neglected during the cold winter months. And for spring cleanup this year, why not shop local and help support your  community at the same time?

Recent studies have shown that independent retailers return three times more to local economies than national chains.  When you buy products and services from locally owned businesses, your money re-circulates through the local economy. That’s because those businesses and their employees are more likely to spend your money locally as well.   If everyone in your community does the same thing, the effect on your local economy can be tremendous.

So as you plan your spring cleanup or you next major remodel, shop at local hardware stores and lumberyards in your community. Because when you spend your money at a local business, you can assure that more of your dollar will be reinvested back into your community.