Take Back Thanksgiving

Nov 19

Take Back Thanksgiving

What do big box retailers like Macy’s, Target, Staples, and Toys ‘R Us all have in common? This year they will be open on Thanksgiving Day. Why? Because consumers demand it and holiday sales projections are down, sending retailers to scramble to bring in every consumer and every dollar they can get through their doors before they have spent their cash...

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Honoring Veterans, Past and Present

Nov 11

Honoring Veterans, Past and Present

One of the lingering guilts that haunts me every time I see a soldier in uniform is that I never stood beside these brave men and women to serve our country. My absence wasn’t out of cowardice, just complacency. Growing up in a small town in Central Oregon, we were pretty isolated from the nearest military presence, an Air National Guard station 130 miles away...

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What The $20 Shift Means To Our Community

Oct 30

What The $20 Shift Means To Our Community

Over a hundred miles outside of LA, on the edge of the Mojave Desert, a scenario has played out that is mirrored in communities around the United States. As an exurb (a large community lying well outside of the suburbs of a major city) the High Desert is kind of forgotten by big businesses, not quite rich enough in natural resources (except sun and wind!) for major...

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Top 10 Ways to Go Out of Business

Sep 17

Top 10 Ways to Go Out of Business

Going out of business is all the rage these days! In this economy, many small business owners are going out of business. Here's a few tips to keep up with this growing trend...

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Making An Impact in Racine, WI

Aug 07

Making An Impact in Racine, WI

It’s always great to see our partners getting some much deserved attention for all of their efforts in the local community! It’s even better when they are as passionate and well-spoken as Nick Christensen and Donna Funk who are running one heck of an amazing RelyLocal campaign in Racine and Kenosha, WI. A big thanks to Jessica Tighe and the Racine &...

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