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Money spent in local businesses is more likely to stay in the community, to pay local workers and suppliers, earn interest in local banks, pay for local advertising, be counted by local accountants, and support local charities. This “local premium” pays significant dividends not paid by chain businesses.
Survey shows historic downtowns are thriving. Retail sales, ground-floor occupancy rates and special event attendance continue to grow in historic downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts
