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“Buy local” campaigns normally encourage consumers to shop at small downtown stores—the funky café, indie bookseller, or boutique grocer. Getting big institutions to switch to local suppliers has rarely been part of the equation.

But small business groups and economic developers are beginning to push big buyers like governments, universities, and hospitals to see what goods and services they can purchase locally. Advocates say a small shift in spending by these organizations can yield a profound benefit for small businesses in their communities.

In Cleveland, some of the city’s largest institutions have committed to buying more of their goods and services from local suppliers. Th

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FOODday showed us Tuesday how to feed a family well on a limited income. A weekly food stamp benefit for a family of four is about $96 a week. Writer Leslie Cole learns strategy from Ellen Damaschino, an instructor with Share Our Strength, a national organization that works to prevent childhood hunger.

Also from FOODday, Going Vegan at WinCo.

Social media has always been with us.

Who hasn’t recommended a product to a neighbor, received a tip from a colleague, or asked for a referral from a friend? From grocery store aisles to cocktail party asides, the “social media” we’ve commonly called word-of-mouth or relationship marketing have always been the most trusted form of outreach.

In the last few years, however, a dramatic transformation has taken place in this oldest and most effective form of media. It’s been a cause for celebration for many, confusion for others, and consternation for a few. What it should not be to anyone, however, is surprising.

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Happy Groundhog Day, Queercents readers! It is I, your friendly neighborhood vlogger, back from hiatus with a new blog post on holiday credit card debt.

I know the holidays are long gone, but if you’re young and just went through your first holiday season without school as an excuse, you probably racked up the charges on your card. It’s okay. I wouldn’t recommend doing it again, but it’s understandable. You’re not alone! Millions of others do the same thing. The only thing is, millions of others are in credit card debt and don’t save any money. Don’t be like that! Nurture the sugar daddy within. And please, f

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Mexican Insurance Store:Mexican Auto Insurance Blog Review Current Mexico Travel Tips andCompare Best Quality Mexico Insurance Quotes Online in minutes!

Before you drive to Mexico, take some time and see what the U.S. Department of State has to say about your intended travel destination in Mexico (online at Travel.State.Gov, which also gives numbers you can call). You can find out many essential details about entry and exit requirements, hotspots to avoid, what sorts of rules and regulations will be encountered, much more. The general advise and experience is heading south to the border enter during the day.

Before the adventure begins you must purchase Mexican Auto Insurance, as your US and Canadian car insurance policies are not valid.

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