This article in the Cap Times features some of the Dane Buy Local members as they promote the important benefits to local economies and communities when customers "Think Local First" for the holidays.

Plain Talk: 'Think Local First' when shopping for the holidays

Some of us may not know that "the money spent locally turns over as much as six times in the local economy, while money spent at chains goes off to a corporate headquarters".  Local businesses are also more likely to contribute to charities, sports teams, and school groups in the community.  If you're looking to "Think Local First" for the holidays, visit any of our Dane Buy Local members to do your shopping. There are also over 80 local businesses that are participating in our Think Local First promotion where customers can enter to win a prize drawing!