Small Business Saturday: Shop Local, Support Community

Shoppers flocked to downtown Homewood for Small Business Saturday, supporting local establishments and boosting the communitys economy. Lele Holland, a Cottage Basket employee, emphasized the joy of shopping small and its direct impact on the community. Alabamas small businesses, which make up 99.4% of the states businesses and employ nearly half of its workforce, offer unique products and services. Shopper Cailyn Mentzer enjoyed the community atmosphere and discovered great deals. Supporting local businesses extends beyond Small Business Saturday, with many shops offering promotions throughout December. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.