A local business is important. It generates economic activity. They also contribute to the tax base in local communities which helps to fund important services as as schools, roads, and public safety. Local businesses are owned by people who live in the community and they are less likely to leave and invest more in the community they love to serve and help. Shopping at local businesses creates more local jobs than shopping at major chains or online companies. Those living in the localities will be inspired for they can save money. They no longer shop in the city.