Tag Archives: Yes! Magazine

Get Happy!

By Marc | Published: February 23, 2011
It’s been a long winter and it’s easy to get down as we stay holed-up inside. It’s time to come out of hibernation (and be a part of a thriving local economy) not just because the days are starting to get longer, but because it may actually make us happier! This interesting article and interview in [...]
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Local Economies Close the Distance Between Us

By Marc | Published: April 16, 2010
YES MAGAZINE: In places with many small, locally owned businesses, people are much more engaged in community life. “To understand how planning policy affects civic life, all you need to do is spend some time watching people in a neighborhood business district or on a high street. What you see is lots of interaction. Business owners [...]
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The Power of Local

By Marc | Published: February 18, 2010
YES MAGAZINE: Local businesses are educating communities, changing economic policies, and even outperforming chain competitors.
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