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Shopping local supports local and it can be affordable, small businesses say

November 25, 2021 Alex Wicks Metro 0

With the holiday season fast approaching, downtown businesses encourage people to shop locally.

Alex Wicks
Kicker

Kim Winsor, owner and operator of Johnny Ruth holds a Christmas card in the store's back end. She says her shop loves to do fun and creative cards for the season. — **Kim Winsor, owner and operator of Johnny Ruth on Water Street in St. John’s, says her shop loves to sell fun and creative cards for the season.** *Alex Wicks/Kicker*

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