Shopping spree initiative looks to boost businesses for the summer in Enterprise [Video]

ENTERPRISE, Ala. (WTVY) – While summer can be relaxing for families, it’s not always pleasant for business owners.

“Sometimes the month of august can be slower,” said Debbie Gaydos. “People are coming back from vacation, kids are going back to school. Their focus changes a little bit.”

Gaydos has been the owner of Shopaholic in Enterprise for 10-and-a-half years and is very familiar with the summer slowdown.

“We have to work doubly hard to get them into town and into our stores,” said Gaydos.

It’s a time of uncertainty, especially with the competition of online storefronts.

“Places like Amazon and other online shopping can take away from local entrepreneurs who have invested into this city,” said Main Street Enterprise Executive Director Mariah Montgomery.

Supporting these businesses during this time can help the city continue to thrive.

That’s why Enterprise’s ‘Shop Local First’ campaign is aiming to combat this summer slowdown.

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