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The statistics from Black Friday weekend have started coming in and they offer both good and bad news for retailers.
There were more shoppers reported this year than last year, but they were spending on average less money.
Locally, there are no statistics just for EJC, but anyone who was out over the weekend saw busy stores, long lines and lots of traffic. And that’s a good thing.
As much as we should focus on the true meaning and spirit of the holiday season, there is no denying that this time of year is a vital one for many businesses who depend on higher sales.
For that reason, Eastern Jackson County shoppers do their best to keep their hard-earned money in Eastern Jackson County. While online shopping has become more popular in recent years, spending your holiday money at EJC establishments benefits you in more ways than one. By selecting local businesses, you are not only helping them succeed, but you are creating and maintaining more jobs in our area.You are also keeping your sales tax dollars in our area cities, which in turn helps keep our roads, parks and public safety resources.
The Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce has adopted a buy local campaign this fall and even has a catchy slogan – “Buy Blue Springs. Because Next Door Means More.”
The Blue Springs Chamber has it right, and all of EJC shoppers should remember each time they buy a gift this holiday season they are really giving two – one to gift’s recipient, and one for the business in which they select to spend their money.
The statistics from Black Friday weekend have started coming in and they offer both good and bad news for retailers.
There were more shoppers reported this year than last year, but they were spending on average less money.
Locally, there are no statistics just for EJC, but anyone who was out over the weekend saw busy stores, long lines and lots of traffic. And that’s a good thing.
As much as we should focus on the true meaning and spirit of the holiday season, there is no denying that this time of year is a vital one for many businesses who depend on higher sales.
For that reason, Eastern Jackson County shoppers do their best to keep their hard-earned money in Eastern Jackson County. While online shopping has become more popular in recent years, spending your holiday money at EJC establishments benefits you in more ways than one. By selecting local businesses, you are not only helping them succeed, but you are creating and maintaining more jobs in our area.You are also keeping your sales tax dollars in our area cities, which in turn helps keep our roads, parks and public safety resources.
The Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce has adopted a buy local campaign this fall and even has a catchy slogan – “Buy Blue Springs. Because Next Door Means More.”
The Blue Springs Chamber has it right, and all of EJC shoppers should remember each time they buy a gift this holiday season they are really giving two – one to gift’s recipient, and one for the business in which they select to spend their money.
