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BUY LOCAL FURNITURE

here is no substitute for highquality materials, natural wood foundations or assistance from a local expert when it comes to furniture.

Green Shoot Media Sure, you can visit a big box retail store and purchase a new table while you stock up on groceries, but the actual experience of customizing your living room is working one-on-one with a local vendor.

With their expertise, you have

access to special order furniture, numerous color options and the personalized touch that is nonexistent through other outlets.

Your local furniture stores need your support more than ever.

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Our family serving your family “We believe that every life is worth celebrating” A funeral is a time to celebrate life while providing a unique occasion for family and friends to share expressions of love and appreciation.

At Short’s Funeral Chapel, we believe that a funeral is a meaningful event and one that, when properly planned, can help ease the pain of separation that naturally accompanies death.

We look forward to talking with you about our services and would be honored to assist you in any way possible. Please feel free to stop by and visit us at any time.

Shorts Funeral Chapel Traditional Services | Cremation Services | Pre-Arrangement Short’s Funeral Chapel Locally owned and operated 1225 E. 6th Street, Moscow (208) 882-4534 www.shortsfuneralchapel.com

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BUILDING CONNECTIONS

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hen you’re in the doors of a locally owned business, you can ensure that you’ll be treated to top-tier customer service.

Especially if you’re new to the area, the local knowledge can The experts in charge of the shop must be well-versed in their be a significant contributor to finding your way around. As product to remain competitive against other retailers, and their you shop, start a conversation about your recent move and ask professionalism shows. If you want to feel respected and have about the community.

Someone excited about your all your questions answered, shopping locally is a safe bet.

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LOCAL BUSINESSES DRIVE TOURISM

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CREATES MORE JOBS

As businesses welcome a surge of customers and attention into their shops, an increased need for employees is created.

Many entry-level positions open the door for teenage employees seeking hile sometimes you may wish that your favorite local restaurant or shop remains a hidden gem in your town, tourism dollars can create their first job without previous experience.

According to the World Travel Tourism significant benefits for the business owner and community.

Council, around half of all employees in Green Shoot Media hood to check out the services. This is When an area is flush with tourism the hotel, catering and hospitality sector one of the best ways businesses can spending, it becomes an enticing locaare under 25 years of age.

Thanks to the internet, out-of-towners organically grow their loyal customer tion for additional entrepreneurs to set up Here are some other interesting statiscan seamlessly research locally owned base. shop and give the community more chartics regarding the tourism industry from outlets with review sites and decide to You can do your part to increase your acter.

Take a look at the positive benefits IBISWorld. stop by while they’re in the area. As local business’s reputation by sharing created when non-locals visit the area to • In terms of employment, the tourism word spreads about the available your experiences online and recomget a taste of the neighborhood’s flair. sector ranks first in accommodation and unique products, don’t be surprised to mending the shop to family and friends. food services, the third-largest overall in see people traveling into the neighbor-

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Neill's Flowers and Gifts is a locally owned business that has been providing the Pullman and surrounding communities with their floral, gift-ware and home decor needs for over 100 years!

Neill’s Flowers

Whether you want to send flowers somewhere local or halfway around the world; Neill's Flowers and Gifts can make it happen. We offer custom designs to fit any occasion or sentiment.

Palouse

234 E. Main Street, Pullman Local: (509) 334-3545 Toll Free: (800) 752-5287 www.neillsflowers.com

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Lumber • Cabinets • Plumbing Electrical • Appliances • Furniture Antiques • Home Decor Palouse Habitat for Humanity Wednesday-Friday 1pm-5pm | Saturday 10am-5pm 304 N. Main Street, Moscow | (208) 882-5246 | store@palousehabitat.org

Call to arrange pick up. All proceeds help build Habitat homes.

Palouse HFH is a 501 C 3 non profit, and we provide donation receipts for your tax records.

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the United States.

• There are 5,459,152 people employed in the industry as of 2021.

• The average tourism business in the U.S. employs 12.1 employees.

Between 2016 and 2021, the field increases at a rate of 0.4% each year.

TAXES STAY LOCAL

In addition to gaining revenue from cash spent by out-of-town visitors, tourist taxes also maintain the community’s funds.

Many states and municipalities enact a lodging tax that property owners and managers must pay when renting a room or property.

The costs are often levied to the person staying and retained by the state for distribution.

A trip to Moscow isn’t complete without a visit to Tye Dye Everything!

Located in the way back, behind Mikey’s Gyros in the iconic old Purple Mall, you enter a world of color and a trip to the way back and the good old days when you smell the incense and are absorbed by the mellow vibe.

Established in Moscow since 1999 and tie dying since 1989, Arlene Falcon is the “real deal”. Inspired by the Grateful Dead, she started the business on her kitchen table in the log house she helped build in the mountains near Pokey Creek, Santa Idaho. In 1992 her family moved to St. Maries and started a screen printing business along with tie dying everything.

Fast forward 30 years, Tye Dye Everything is a successful downtown store and production facility. Spreading the joy of color all over the world, www.tyedye-everything.com showcases over 200 different tie dye items that are created on site. In addition, Falcon travels to many arts and crafts festivals throughout the year representing Moscow, Idaho through the

vibrant clothing and accessories she offers.

In April 2018 the UK edition of Vogue Magazine contacted Falcon for some samples for their fall fashion issue. Incredibly, our overalls were chosen to be featured as a full page picture in Vogue’s Fall Fashion magazine! Quite the accomplishment after 30 years!

During normal times, Falcon travels to a dozen different arts and crafts shows during the year. With the pandemic, it was different and Falcon pivoted to on line sales and made face masks all year. Falcon is looking forward to resuming her show schedule with two shows already scheduled for July in the Tri Cities and Pig Out in the Park, Labor day weekend in Spokane.

Stop by and take a trip to the way back at Tye Dye Everything, the colorful retail store and production facility.

Located at 527 S. Main St, in the way back, Monday - Saturday 11:00 - 5:30, your senses will explode!

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hen it comes to iconic Moscow businesses, there are few who can match Hodgins Drug and Hobbies for uniqueness and staying power. A landmark near the corner of Third Street and Main, Hodgins has been making kids smile and the community healthier since 1890.

The pharmacy is staffed by experienced and knowledgeable folks who pride themselves on the best customer service. They offer testing, tting and repairs on hearing aids of all makes and models. Use the convenient drive thru to pick up your prescription! We also offer COVID-19 vaccines. Call us today to make an appointment to get yours.

On the toy side, there are few equals in the region for classic, unique and educational toys.

They have the region’s largest selection of Lego, Playmobil and Melissa and Doug toys.

In the “basement of dreams” nd the area’s most complete selection of wargaming miniatures and expanded hobby and game selections.

Hodgins employees can be reached at (208) 882-5536. Our hours are 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on Saturday and noon - 4 p.m. on Sunday.

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307 S. MAIN, MOSCOW | (208) 882-5536 WWW.HODGINSDRUGANDHOBBY.COM FIND US ON FACEBOOK!

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LOCAL EVENTS

ou’re never truly finished finding unique things about the town you live in. To see a side of your local community that you may not have experienced, keep an eye out for local events like fairs, festivals and craft shows.

Green Shoot Media Participation will introduce you to new passions, hobbies and create incredible networking opportunities. Events offer a chance to bring the community together and celebrate what makes its residents unique.

An excellent way to discover upcoming gatherings is by joining community pages on social networking channels. You can find concerts performed by local musicians, events hosted by various restaurants or food trucks, and showcases for artists to sell their creations. Celebrate the distinctive traits of your town and the extraordinary people who help the economy tick.

FIND A FESTIVAL

When a music festival comes to town, local vendors and business owners unite to show off their goods to attendees. An intown event offers a great chance to catch a well-known live band or indulge in your favorite local acts. Indulge in festive foods, reconnect with old friends and revisit your childhood in a fun and engaging atmosphere. Being a part of the magic also helps build a sense of bond throughout the community and celebrate dishes and traditions that make the location special.

nization, communities with arts and culture strategies are seen safer by their residents. They Show your appreciation for also report more positive relacreativity by contributing to tionships between citizens and causes like museum exhibitions, police as the arts are thought to orchestras and art shows. Events bridge the two parties together. that celebrate your area’s creativity can produce significant growth in terms of revenue and tax concessions. According to As exciting events take form the Americans for the Arts orga- around your community, support

CELEBRATE THE ARTS

BOOST THE ECONOMY

its potential success by inviting family and friends from out of town. Spread the word to help draw more people to spend their money on unique goods and homegrown services in your local area. The additional funds can cause a substantial increase throughout the local economy.

MEET YOUR AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE EXPERTS! Maintenance | Diagnostics | Repairs

Mountain View Automotive JUSTIN | JOE | GEORGE | WAYNE |

Longtime local mechanics George Hiatt, Roger Gilliland and Wayne Collins are the owners of the new Mountain View Automotive in Moscow. The automotive shop specializes in repair services for Subaru, Honda, Nissan, Toyota and Mazda as well as Lexus, Acura and Infinity vehicles.

Located on Mountain View Road, the shop is open 7:30 to 5:30 weekdays. Follow them on Facebook and see their helpful Car Care tips for ROGER maintenance and travel.

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BUSINESS AND THE COMMUNITY

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hrough hiring employees to giving back to their communities, local business owners play a formative role in shaping the region around them.

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ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY

Green Shoot Media Many local small businesses are operated by people who grew up in the community and decided to open their shop or service in their hometown.

This instantly gives residents a personal connection with the owner and employees and creates a trusting relationship when offering knowledge about their product.

When you spend your money within their doors, think of it as neighbors helping neighbors.

Small businesses are often considered the backbones of their communities. According to the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, when $100 is spent locally, $58 remains in the area to boost the economy.

In contrast, if the same amount of money is paid at a chain store, the local area typically only keeps about $33. Find out other ways that local business owners help the region in which they operate.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Since many small business owners live and work in the community, they are likely to volunteer during local events, sponsor youth’s sports teams and mentor other entrepreneurs. A recent report from Small Business Trends also shows that about 52% of operation owners donate to charity, with 90% of their contributions benefiting local causes.

In many areas, locally owned businesses set up shop in the downtown area of their community.

Owners cause less impact on the environment by revitalizing historic landscapes, updating to energy efficient appliances and upgrading lighting systems rather than building new structures.

The Environmental Protection Agency suggests that clusters of small businesses in a walkable area can reduce car usage while encouraging green transportation modes like walking or bicycling. Buying local also cuts down on demand for industrial production, which is responsible for about 50% of pollution in the United States.

CREATES LOCAL COMPETITION

When businesses strive to compete with other companies and solve problems with innovative solutions, the entire community wins. Prices must remain competitive to stay relevant to consumers, and owner-operators will continue to reinvent their current products or services and push the envelope to create a more enjoyable experience.

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HIRE A LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHER

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ith wedding season, graduations and warm-weather gatherings around the corner, you may find yourself in need of a professional photographer you can trust.

specific experience with them to help While modern smartphones and cam- your event stand apart.

When hiring an expert, be diligent eras can take amazing pictures, a talentwith researching their previous clients, ed, trained local professional can capportfolio and area of expertise. During ture your most precious memories so you busy seasons, make sure to reach out in can cherish them forever.

Their knowledge of the area’s venues, advance, as most reputable photogralittle-known backdrops and intricate edit- phers will be difficult to book on short notice. Once you have chosen the expert ing techniques can’t be replaced by and set a date for your event, follow their snapping shots and developing the film advice and guidance to take timeless at a big-box store with a photography department. Local photographers bring photos with those you love.

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Check out a few significant reasons why hiring a local is always the most valuable avenue.

PERSONAL CONNECTIONS

If a photographer is practicing in your

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WHERE YOUR TAXES GO

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hen you make a purchase at a store, do you ever stop to think about where your money goes?

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One of the most significant contributions from collecting sales taxes is programs that benefit community members who struggle financially. With the sup-

are positively impacted include counties, When you look at the receipt, are you cities and special districts. According to the Tax County Policy, sales taxes ever curious to find out where and how account for about 10% of all gained revyour tax dollars are spent, or do you chalk it up to the government using your enue.

Most of the expendable income is funds on agendas you have no control used toward improving roadways by over? repairing potholes or other defects.

While it’s easy to become frustrated when seeing a portion of your money go Citizens also gain safety and recreationinto taxes, shopping locally ensures that al benefits due to the development of your contribution stays in the community. bicycle paths and public park mainteThat’s why it’s so important to show your nance. support to local business by being a consistent customer for them.

Rather than buying online and having Many of your local institutions rely on items delivered, get some fresh air by personally visiting the store and making your dollars being spent in the area. your money work toward your neighbor- Collected taxes are often used to fund state education for grades K-12 and hood’s growth. Check out how your higher education. The revenue collects area’s tax flow is positively enhanced supplies for classes, making building simply by buying from locally owned upgrades and training programs to businesses. increase teacher awareness.

Some emergency services also benefit from local sales tax collections like police In most cases, areas that charge sales and fire departments. They receive funding to purchase new safety equipment, taxes divide the earnings between the state and local communities. Regions that K-9 units and updated vehicles.

port of the federal government, states often fund health insurance for families.

According to the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, tax-driven programs aid about 74 million low-income children, parents, older adults and those with disabilities every month.

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BENEFIT INSTITUTIONS

Culligan Water

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320 N Jackson Moscow ID 83843

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your like-minded views. Try to be open to new experiences and rubbing shoulders from Page 3 visit will be more willing to make personal with others who frequent the businesses.

Having a vast network of unique charactime and share hidden gems around the ters in your life can open the door to neighborhood that are also locally unexpected opportunities. owned.

Here are some other excellent ways to familiarize yourself with small business owners and contribute to their operation by committing to shop locally.

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As you navigate a locally owned store or restaurant, you will begin trusting the owners and employees with their expertise. You may also notice that a relationship with other regulars will build over

groceries you use to feed your family are harvested. Local vendors are more likely to purchase their meats and vegetables from hometown farmers who run their operation without harsh treatment to animals and limit pesticides.

KNOW WHERE YOUR ITEMS COME FROM

ORDER CUSTOM GOODS

When you can’t find what you’re looking for locally, ask an employee if they It’s a good idea to understand precisely can special order the item. Many vendors where your products are coming from and how they are acquired. For instance, can pull inventory from partners across the country or custom create the product when purchasing items that aren’t built that fits your needs. If you’re not in a hurry, with quality, you risk buying something avoid ordering from a big-box e-comthat won’t last or crafted with unethical merce website to keep your money at materials or practices. home and support your local businesses.

You should also understand how the

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someone in your circle of friends.

You can find out about first-hand experiences from trusted peers and judge if the expert’s style is suitable for your event.

You also have the chance to sit down with a photographer in person rather than communicating through text or phone calls. During these conversations, be honest about your expectations and what you hope to capture. Together you can create a strategy and schedule for the pictures that they will take.

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• You will love our delicious burgers made out of locally sourced beef from 4Frendz Meats.

• Treat yourself to locally roasted high quality Landgrove coffee.

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• Enjoy freshly cooked food made with real whole food ingredients.

• Enjoy our selection of beers with 9 rotating taps flowing.

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MORE BUDGET FRIENDLY

Working with a freelance expert rather than a commercial studio also opens flexibility for your budget.

Ask for an accurate quote during the interview phase and determine if the professional is willing to offer a payment plan or make other arrangements.

GET A PERSONAL TOUCH

Someone who primarily practices in your local area is knowledgeable about hotspots around the community that make unique picture backdrops. They can often suggest locations with elements like lake scenery, blooming flower fields and engaging mountainside views.

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lets, the furniture sector was hit harder than most. According to a study by UBS Securities, LLC, the industry closed about 820 permanent stores throughout the nation.

The future continues to look grim as the same report estimates the country will lose another 11,280 home furnishing stores by 2025.If you’re in the market for a new sectional or piece of furniture, consider keeping your hardearned dollars within the local economy and pay it forward to those who support the community.

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when constructed incorrectly.

The local service provider may even be willing to pick up your old When browsing a local furniture inventory and dispose of it, saving store, don’t limit your search to what is you from the inconvenience. available in the showroom. In most cases, a salesperson can listen to your wants and needs and advise you to special order the right set.

The financing department at a While you may have to wait for the locally owned store likely has solid model to be custom-built, you can relationships with in-town lenders. In ensure that it is made with quality and many cases, they work with consumhardy craftsmanship. If you fall for ers who need help boosting their something in stock, ask about getting credit score while receiving a low- or it delivered and set up in your home. no-interest loan by buying furniture.

Sometimes building furniture like sec- Check for deals that include terms that tionals and bed frames can be chal- avoid interest when the model is paid lenging and lead to premature failure off before a designated time frame.

UNIQUE OPTIONS

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