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Buying Local for Earth

Buying Local for Earth

As we celebrate the beauty and bounty of our planet today, it’s important to reflect on the ways in which our daily choices impact the health and sustainability of our environment.

Why Bank Local?

Why Bank Local?

Community banks are often overlooked in favor of larger national banks, but there are many reasons why people should consider supporting their local community banks. Community banks are financial institutions that are locally owned and operated, and they are typically smaller than national banks. Here are some reasons why supporting community banks can be beneficial: Personalized service: Community banks often pride themselves on their personalized service. Because they are smaller…read more →

Show Some Love to Local Florist This Valentine's Day

Show Some Love to Local Florist This Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day is a special occasion that calls for special gifts, and supporting local florists is a great way to show your loved ones how much you care. One of the main reasons to support local florists for Valentine’s Day is that it helps to strengthen the local economy. When you buy flowers from a local florist, more of the money you spend stays in the community and helps to…read more →

Marshall Carpet One: A Small Business’ Dedication to Top-Tier Customer Service

Marshall Carpet One: A Small Business’ Dedication to Top-Tier Customer Service

Local carpeting and flooring business Marshall Carpet One has been serving the Mayfield Heights, Ohio area since 1966. Started by Grandpa Marshall, and supported by his two sons Marc and Chuck, the business started in a 700-square-foot retail space on what was then the second floor of the Richmond Mall in Ohio. In their store, they had a section dedicated to carpet with some limited samples. They were unsure of…read more →

Buy Local to Avoid a Valentine’s Day Meltdown

Buy Local to Avoid a Valentine’s Day Meltdown

Valentine’s Day is for all things sweet, from sweet-smelling flowers to sugar-filled chocolates. However, if you’re not buying local for the big day, things may quickly turn sour thanks to costly scams and disappointed valentines.

H&H Home and Hardware: From Commercial Business to Marion Staple

H&H Home and Hardware: From Commercial Business to Marion Staple

Founded in 2000 in Marion, KY, H&H Home and Hardware originated as a business serving contractors and industrial commercial crews but in the last 3 years has developed into a staple hardware store supporting local artisans and the Marion, Kentucky community. Originally started by her parents and another couple, current co-Owner Shanna West’s earliest memory of the business is her father sitting at their kitchen table and calling everyone he…read more →

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