Local leaders are hoping holiday shoppers will stay in their respective communities as they purchase gifts for this Christmas season.
The Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce is encouraging holiday shoppers to support their local community businesses on starting with Small Business Saturday. Executive Director Marian Brisard explains these businesses operate in DeWitt County have much to offer for great gift ideas.
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Brisard adds the Chamber works to promote local business all year round, not just during the holidays, even if they are not Chamber members.
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Brisard says there will be many great bargains available for Saturday for shoppers.
For more information about any Clinton business, you can call the Chamber at 217-935-3364.