Memphis celebrates Small Business Saturday [Video]

As the holiday shopping season continues, Memphians are reminded that every purchase at a local business contributes to the vibrancy and growth of their community.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Small Business Saturday took center stage in Memphis this weekend as residents participated in a nationwide initiative to shop locally.

The event, which encourages consumers to shop small during the busy holiday season, has gained traction over the years as a way to promote economic recovery and local commerce.

Cassandra Fawn, a local resident, spent the day visiting small businesses across the city, emphasizing the importance of supporting local establishments. “Today we’ve hit up this part of town. We hit up Broad earlier, and we stopped by RP Tracks to get something to eat,” Fawn said. “It’s all part of celebrating Small Business Saturday.”

The U.S. Small Business Administration reports that Small Business Saturday was founded by American Express in 2010. Over …

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