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| Reason #9: Reduced environmental impact |
Locally owned businesses can make more local purchases requiring less transportation and generally set up shop in town or city centers as opposed to developing on the fringe. This generally means contributing less to sprawl, congestion, habitat loss and pollution. |
| We're going to be here for the people' |
| We're going to be here for the people' Published: April 26, 2010 By Damian Mann of the Mail Tribune Nora LaBrocca showed off a little sweat equity Sunday as she prepares to open a neighborhood grocery store in downtown Medford in May that will highlight local and organic products. Read more... |
| Tue Sep 7th Ashland Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters Market |
| Wed Sep 8th Talent Evening Market |
| Thu Sep 9th Medford Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters Market |
| Fri Sep 10th Rogue Valley Local Foods |
| Fri Sep 10th Brian's Green Thumb Farm Tour & Samplings |