It is doubtful that many people stop to think about where they are spending their money, but they should.
Whether it is going out to eat on a Friday night, grocery shopping on the weekend or buying gas during the week, residents should consider the fact that spending locally helps to financially support the town in which they live.
A portion of the sales tax from items sold goes to local municipalities.
In other words, when buying locally, residents are investing back into their community.
The opposite is true as well. If shopping in another community, residents are investing in that community.
That community may be the one to receive more businesses, more jobs and better infrastructure instead of Chillicothe.
This extends beyond gas stations and box stores. It includes all businesses in Chillicothe, including those locally owned and operated, such as coffee shops, car repair shops, chiropractors and many more.
So, the next time you get in the car and plan to go outside of town for entertainment or shopping, ask yourself if you can find what you are looking for locally.
Chillicothe does not offer everything that residents may need, but it does offer plenty.
In fact, many times residents simply need to ask if a local store or business can get something they want.
Some say the prices are higher in town than someplace else. Everyone likes a deal, but consider the gas you will spend also.
Shopping locally benefits many, including yourself.
