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Written by Register Staff
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Friday, 24 April 2009 |
I am certain you have heard many adjectives to describe our economy.
There are as many versions as there are experts about how long the recession will last, if government bailouts will work, what will happen with housing, building, banking, auto makers and the rest.
But if you kick all that to the curb, it becomes clear that to buy locally is a realistic way to help where we can have immediate impact.
In other words, Dearborn Countians can help Dearborn Countians and those who create jobs here.
The Dearborn County Chamber of Commerce has launched the “Buy Dearborn” Campaign. The Chamber is using Register Publications, radio and television advertising, as well as its Web site, to spread the word.
The campaign stresses value, convenience, buying from someone you know and trust, and the impact of buying locally on Dearborn County jobs!
Chamber President Mike Rozow recently stressed that the word “commerce” is part of the organization’s name and mission.
“I can’t think of a more appropriate role for the chamber to play than connecting buyers and sellers in our community at this particular time,” he said in the Chamber’s monthly newsletter.
“This isn’t about charity. It’s about the whole value process ... buying from a neighbor you can trust who offers convenience, good service, and price ... someone who is providing jobs to local residents, contributing to the local tax base, and stimulating the local economy. When that happens, everyone wins.”
Chamber members have the opportunity to participate in the co-op newspaper and radio advertising at discounts.
The campaign also encourages residents to check the chamber’s Web site, www.DearbornCountyChamber.Org., for info about member companies.
Meanwhile, chamber members will receive instructions on how to update their profiles on the site.
And we invite you to participate in the ad campaign that will be published in The Journal-Press and The Dearborn County Register the week of May 11. Call Donna Metzger at 1-812-537-0063. Her e-mail is
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The chamber is right on the mark with this campaign, and Dearborn Countians can do much to help our community businesses during these challenging times. |
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Last Updated ( Friday, 24 April 2009 )
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