Are you planning to shop local this holiday season?
As you’re checking off your list of gifts, meals, hosting, and more, consider making local businesses your first stop.
5 Reasons to Shop Local
Shopping local isn’t just a trend – it’s a great way to support your community. Here are five reasons to shop local this holiday season and beyond.
- Give our communities a boost – More of your dollars stay right here and get cycled back into our community.
- Fund needed services – Local taxes fund important services in our area.
- Support people you know – Many of our local businesses are owned and operated by people you know and trust. Shopping local can also create more jobs in our communities!
- Experience superior customer service – Local business owners and employees thoroughly understand and care about the wants and needs of their customers.
- Discover unique products – And, because these owners know the area so well, you’re more likely to find quality products that are tailored to those wants and needs.
How to Support Your Local Businesses
There are many ways you can shop local this holiday season.
Small Business Saturday will take place on Saturday, November 29 in 2025. This is a great day to shop local because many small businesses will offer deals and discounts.
Throughout the season, consider:
- Shopping for gifts at unique stores like Warm N Cozy Quilting and Makers on Main.
- Trying out tasty seasonal treats at shops and bakeries like Zera Artisan Bakery and Oh Sugar!.
- Planning your holiday parties at local venues like Main Street Abbey and Sugar Spring Ranch.
- Enjoying a night out or purchasing gift cards at restaurants like Happy Hour, Pie Hard, Graphite Restaurant, and 1860 Public House.
- Booking stays for your out-of-town guests at area bed and breakfasts and hotels like The Principal.
We also encourage you to take a look at all of our Business Spotlights to find a wide range of area businesses, from bridal shops to restaurants and everything in between.
Shop Local with HTC
You can even shop local to find reliable Internet, phone, and television services!
Give HTC a call at 618-939-6112 and speak with a member of our local customer service team.
Harrisonville Telephone Company is a provider of reliable, cost-effective Internet (for streaming, gaming, surfing, viewing, listening, downloading, and more), television (hundreds of channels, free HD, VOD access and more), and phone (unlimited local and long distance, voicemail, caller ID, etc.). Want to learn more about our great home or business bundles? Visit our website, call us at 618-939-6112, or fill out our Contact Us page. We look forward to hearing from you.
