Online shopping can still be local
15 Dec 2020
Small Business
For some, the phrase "online shopping" elicits thoughts of Amazon or Wayfair or Overstock. But there are many local small businesses that offer online ordering, and some have expanded their web presence this year in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
COVID-19 has expanded online shopping from a matter of convenience to a matter of safety for some, and for those who aren't comfortable going into stores but want to keep their money in the local economy, there are plenty of options.
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