1. Local businesses create jobs when they have more customers.

2. Local businesses give more to local causes.

3. When you spend $100 with a local business $68 of that money stays in DeSoto. Shopping online or driving out of town supports the community you are shopping in, not DeSoto County.

4. Businesses are owned or operated by my neighbors.

5. Save gas by shopping local merchants.

6. Local businesses are more flexible to stock items that our residents need and want.

7. Celebrate our uniqueness. We have unique artisans, cafes, restaurants, shops, service providers and retailers.

8. When you shop local you strengthen DeSoto County’s economy and maintain our character.

9. Local businesses tend to give better customer service because people you know and love work there.

10. Shopping local reduces your carbon footprint and helps the environment.